Rare Historic Seacroft Estate For Sale in Rumson

Rarely offered for sale, one of the original Rumson estate homes built in 1881 known as Seacroft at 1 Allencrest Road is now on the market. Restored with great care in 2008 with careful attention given to its architectural heritage, the 10,000-square-foot home originally designed by noted architect Bruce Price combines a dramatic sense of history with all the comforts of modern living. The estate is listed by Gloria Nilson & Co. Real Estate.

This three-story Colonial is located in a cul-de-sac fronted by a grand stone circular driveway that stretches much of the property’s 3.6 acres to reach the porte-cochere entrance.

Entering the foyer, one is immediately greeted by butternut paneling, carved balusters and leaded glass windows that accent the main stairway. Refined woodwork can be found throughout the home, along with several coffered ceilings, six fireplaces, and other exceptional architectural details. A banquet-sized dining room, great room and adjoining sunroom provide ample space for entertaining on a grand scale. An elegant kitchen was designed with the modern gourmet in mind and includes top-of-the-line appliances, a double oven, a vegetable sink, bay window and three islands. Additionally, there is a circular breakfast room surrounded by windows that provides a view of the property from nearly every angle. In addition to eight bedrooms and seven-and-a-half baths, the home also boasts a full basement, office, den and exercise room.

Outside is a two-story columned veranda ideal for outdoor entertaining. The sunroom opens through French doors to the bluestone patio, lush gardens and pool with diving board.

This home is close to beaches, private beach clubs and a ferry service to New York City.

“This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of history in Rumson,” said Geralyn Behring, sales associate at Gloria Nilson & Co. “The historic architecture and decorative features are unmatched in the area, and the home has been lovingly renovated with the modern family in mind.”

For more information or listing price inquiries about the property, contact Geralyn Behring at [email protected] or 732-859-4761. Gloria Nilson & Co., Rumson Office, 732-530-2800.