179 Runnymede Rd

The Bond House at 179 Runnymede Rd in West Caldwell, NJ, was built around 1820 by Samuel Bond, a teacher from Connecticut. Many original features still evident. Original stone well still on property. Large rooms thruout awaiting fresh new ideas to combine the 1800's features with new updated appointments that are yours to design. Extra Long driveway fits multiple cars with room for turn around and leads to an enormous yard with room for pool, outside entertainment area and much more. The house expanded over the years, with the addition of a north portion in the 1830s and a four-room addition on the west side. It features discrete Georgian features typical of local landowners' homes. The original structure consisted of one room with a fireplace hearth and sleeping loft, while the north portion added eyebrow windows and a center hall with a staircase. The house showcases hand-split wooden lathes, hewn beams, and pegged construction. The clapboards are Connecticut-style rabbeted weatherboards. Best buy in West Caldwell! Deed restriction will not allow Subdivision/knocking down.