Welcome to 28 Audubon Lane, a stunning showcase of French-inspired architecture & luxurious living, nestled in the desirable Western Section of Princeton. This quiet Princeton neighborhood, nearby to trails & the Stony Brook,is just minutes from the university & vibrant downtown. A Belgian block-lined driveway leads to the sophisticated stone & stucco facade, adorned with a mahogany front door& arched windows. Stepping inside, the two-story custom curved staircase with mahogany railing & iron balusters immediately captures your attention, setting the stage for the exquisite details that define this home. Designed by Denise Vokolos & built by Palomar Builders, every inch of this home speaks of unparalleled quality & style. 10' ceilings throughout the first floor, curved and barrel arch doorways, coffered ceilings, custom oversized crown mouldings, decorative columns and mahogany wood inlays are just some of the special features you'll find in this one-of-a-kind home. The heart of the home is its elaborate custom kitchen, featuring a coffered ceiling, handcrafted cabinets by Superior Woodcraft, two kitchen islands, marble countertops and mother of pearl backsplash. A culinary dream, it is equipped with a 60" Wolf double oven gas range, custom RangeCraft stainless steel hood, twin 36" Subzero refrigerator and freezer and walk-in pantry. The adjoining morning room is bathed in light and leads to the patios and pool beyond. The great room entry is flanked by decorative columns that welcome you to an inviting gathering space highlighted by the stone facade of the woodburning fireplace. Connecting the kitchen and dining room is the butler's pantry which is both functional and well-equipped for entertaining; a prep sink, Miele built-in coffee maker and a 166 bottle wine refrigerator, dishwasher & Dacor warming drawer makes entertaining in the formal dining room an effortless experience. The main level also includes a first floor office/in-law/guest suite with a full bath with marble floor, vanity top and shower, a den with built-in cabinetry, herringbone patterned hardwood floor and wood inlay and French door leading to the outside. A formal powder room with custom burl wood vanity and marble floor are located off the central foyer. Two sets of pocket doors open from the kitchen to the spacious mud room where built-in benches, a half bath and pet feeding stations create a convenient landing zone when leaving or entering the heated garages, which include a one-car garage with additional storage and a separate two-car garage. A back staircase from the mud room leads to the upper level which hosts the primary bedroom suite, four (4) additional en suite bedrooms, and a Jack-and-Jill suite. The primary bedroom is an expansive, multi-room retreat that includes a private sitting room with double door entry; the bedroom with floor-to-ceiling stacked stone gas fireplace surround & cathedral ceiling with decorative wood beams; two custom walk-in closets, with hers updated in 2019 & offering built-in organisers, ironing station plus shoe & handbag displays, a marble-tiled en-suite bath with heated floors, dual vanities, freestanding soaking tub & a multi-jet shower with bench seat. The 2nd floor laundry room has granite counters, storage cabinets, deep sink, subway tile backsplash & a convenient wrapping station. The backyard is a true paradise, featuring a saltwater swimming pool with a built-in spa, surrounded by professionally landscaped gardens & a quartzite stone patio. An outdoor kitchen, covered porch, Walpole pergola, Sonos sound system & an outdoor fireplace creating the perfect outdoor living space. The partially finished basement, with walkout staircase, provides additional space for recreation, an exercise room, or work from home space,. Being offered for the first time since it was built, 28 Audubon provides a lifestyle of comfort & where every detail is a reflection of meticulous craftsmanship & timeless design.
