78 Orton Rd , West Caldwell Twp., Essex 07006-8018

Charming 1942 custom Cape Cod offering approximately 2,614 sq. ft. (original 1,500 sq. ft. plus 1980s addition), set on a beautiful, open, fairly level lot w/ a detached 2 car garage & a serene wooded backdrop featuring a peaceful brook. 3BR, 3 full BA home is rich in character & offers an excellent opportunity for renovation & restoration.The foyer opens to flexible living spaces. To the right, a room currently used as a dining area features custom built-ins & a wood-burning fireplace. To the left, a second versatile space also w/ built-ins can serve as a formal living room or sitting room. Hand-crafted moldings & original hardwood floors add warmth and detail throughout much of the home.The original Cape section showcases curved archways leading upstairs to two bedrooms w/ original hardwood floors & a full bath with tile finishes and tub insert. The left-side bedroom includes access to a walk-in attic, providing additional storage. The first-floor primary BR is bright & generously sized, w/ carpeting & an en-suite full bath w/ tub insert. The EIK offers a generous footprint & is ready for renovation. Off the kitchen, an enclosed sun porch sits on one side, while a spacious great room on the other features a second wood-burning fireplace, skylight, natural light, & sliding doors to the rear deck. A third full bath w/ stall shower completes the main level. Additional features include radiator heat, baseboard hot water heat, CAC, public water, and public sewer.