43 Van Kirk Rd

A Timeless Princeton Colonial of Rare Distinction. Designed by the renowned Princeton residential Architect and Ecologist,William Magill Thompson. The addition, years later, off the great room, new primary bedroom, mudroom, expanded garageaddition, was also carefully designed by the same great Architect whom often created under the name Composing frozenmusic. This beautiful home sits on over 1.3 acres and is surrounded by preserved farmland and Mercer County Park whichincludes the extensive Lawrenceville Hopewell Trail system. An apple-picking orchard on one end of the street and MercerMeadows on the other with a vinyard farm/in between. This quiet, non suburban, farm like vibe is unique as it offers a raresense of seclusion yet remains centrally located with easy access to the vibrant shops, dining, and culture of downtownPrinceton, as well as major commuter routes. The formal entryway sets a refined tone, whereas the sunfilled side entrywayoffers spacious closets, tiled flooring, powder room, just off the 1,000 square foot, 3 car garage. Just off the formal entry isthe stately living room/study, offering beautifully crafted built-in cabinetry w glass doors, wood-burning fireplace, frenchdoors to the lush yard. Don't miss the chefs kitchen with luxurious Neff cabinets and moldings, lovely peninsula island, highendappliances (Five Star, Miele, Dacor), appliance garage, plenty of pantry space & storage. This beautiful home is ready for it's new love.