The Walter I. McDougal House is a beautiful 4 level ''Shingle style'' residence set high up in desirable Monmouth Hills with spectacular year-round ocean and bay views. This spacious 6 BR, 4.5 bath four level home maintains its old world charm w/ wrap around porches, period moldings, original fireplace mantles, exposed beams and high ceilings. It has been lovingly restored and updated with a new gourmet kitchen, a new finished walkout lower level, new 3 zone high efficiency HVAC, updated baths, a wine cellar a 3 car heated detached garage with unfinished loft and so much more! The Flexible floor plan is well suited for work from home! Only 1 mile to the ferry to NYC, 2 miles to the beach and adjacent to 800 acre Hartshorne Wood park.
Monmouth Hills, once called Water Witch Park, was developed as Summer cottages in 1895 for NYC residents. Presently, a total of 22 of the original cottages still exist. Most have been altered for year-round living, but the area still retains it essential historic and natural character and a wonderful sense of community that make it one of Monmouth County's best kept secrets. Its residents have personal use of the a beautifully restored circa 1897 club house, a community playground and tennis courts. They can also enjoy multiple neighborhood events including holiday parties, 4th of July picnic, and annual Halloween hayride. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the surrounding area that offers all kinds of options including Sandy Hook National Park, Sea Bright beaches, boating, fishing, windsurfing, excellent biking and hiking at adjacent Hartshorne Woods County Park, numerous public and private golf courses and great local restaurants. Whether you are searching for the perfect weekend retreat from the city or a very special place to call home, this charming and captivating property is one you must see!