Deidre Woollard served as the lead editor on Luxist.com for…
Sleigh Run Farm is a handcrafted custom-designed log home and equestrian facility located in the beautiful Sussex County hamlet of Stillwater Township. Luxury living and rustic refinement meet in this spacious 5,400 square-foot large-diameter log home carved by Legendary Log Homes of Ontario, Canada. Far enough away from the hustle and bustle of metropolitan life yet just an hour from New York City, this grand estate truly is a one-of-a-kind offering.
The home features Scandinavian saddle-notched logs combinde with Adirondack style. The dramatic open floor plan is filled with generous gathering spaces. In the soaring great room, a stone-faced fireplace detailed with a limestone mantel and granite hearth is a gracious focal point, while floor-to-ceiling windows accentuate breathtaking pastoral panoramas. Enjoy views of the great room from the second story loft and bonus room.
The main floor also features soaring ceilings and a keeping room-style kitchen. The kitchen includes a brushed steel and copper La Cornue dual fuel range, copper hood, Liebherr 60-inch wide refrigerator/freezer accented with authentic antler handles, and bespoke cabinetry. Wood artist-created seating and stained glass chandeliers add a finishing touch.
Pure rustic elegance defines the indulgent master suite. Volume ceilings reveal space to display art work and large treasures. French doors open to the deck overlooking bucolic scenery. The master bath’s radiant-heat floors, travertine marble soaking tub and luxury shower will warm your soul and renew your spirit.
A lower level flows contains two additional bedrooms, a full bath, media room and an inviting family room. The staff/guest suite on this level enables caretakers to maintain this estate as either a full-time residence or sublime weekend retreat.
State-of-the-art stables are enhanced by an outdoor covered round pen arena. The equestrian facilities also include a heated tack room, hot water wash stall, attached matted run-in sheds, and automatic waterers. The farmland assessed acreage is currently maintained by a local farmer to keep taxes low and foster a carefree lifestyle.
This home is listed for $1.699 million with Turpin Realtors and is showcased by Luxury Portfolio.
Deidre Woollard served as the lead editor on Luxist.com for six years writing about real estate, auctions, jewelry and luxury goods. Her love for luxury real estate led her to work at realtor.com and two of the top real estate brokerages in Los Angeles as well as doing publicity for properties around the world.