8 BENSON LN Skillman, NJ 08558
5 Beds
6 Baths
6,411 SqFt
Open House
Sat Oct 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sun Oct 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,411 sqft
Price per Sqft $335
Subdivision None Available
MLS Listing ID NJME2083900
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 6,411
Year Built 2005
Annual Tax Amount $45,256
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 3.290 Acres
Acres 3.29
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
Set on 3.29 beautifully landscaped acres, 8 Benson Lane is a classic center-hall Colonial reimagined as an executive-style estate. Offering approximately 6,400 square feet of refined living space, five bedrooms, five full baths, one half bath, a three-car garage, and the rare convenience of an elevator servicing all levels—including the basement—this home is designed to live as beautifully as it presents.
A sweeping circular drive sets the stage, leading to a stately brick-accented exterior and an impressive two-story foyer. Inside, timeless architecture meets a fresh, coastal-chic aesthetic, creating interiors that feel sophisticated yet relaxed. Soft, refined finishes, beautiful natural light, hardwood floors, extensive millwork, and generously proportioned rooms give the home an understated elegance, while a thoughtfully designed floor plan transitions effortlessly from formal entertaining to comfortable everyday living.
At the heart of the home is an expansive chef's kitchen designed for gathering and entertaining. Timeless custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a substantial center island, Sub-Zero refrigerator, a six-burner range, double ovens, and a Miele dishwasher are complemented by an oversized pantry offering exceptional storage. The kitchen flows naturally into the sun-filled breakfast area and great room, where a fireplace, walls of windows, and sweeping views across the rear grounds create an inviting centerpiece for the home.
Formal living and dining rooms provide elegant spaces for entertaining, while a granite-topped wet bar makes hosting effortless. A private first-floor study with its own fireplace, full bath, and generous closets offers remarkable flexibility—equally suited as an executive home office, library, gym, or private first-floor guest suite.
Upstairs, the primary suite unfolds as a private retreat within the home. A vaulted ceiling and fireplace create an immediate sense of warmth and scale, while a spacious attached office provides a quiet place to work or unwind. Generous his-and-hers closets and an expansive en-suite bath complete a suite designed with both comfort and privacy in mind.
Four additional bedrooms offer exceptional accommodations for family and guests, including two en-suite bedrooms and two bedrooms connected by a shared full bath. The oversized fifth bedroom, privately positioned above the garage, is impressive in its own right. With its remarkable scale, it could easily function as an additional primary-style suite, luxurious guest quarters, or an expansive private retreat.
Beyond the interiors, the home opens to a tiered bluestone terrace overlooking the expansive grounds. Mature landscaping, established trees, and the sheer scale of the property create a setting that feels peaceful, private, and distinctly estate-like. Whether hosting an intimate dinner outside, entertaining on a larger scale, or simply enjoying the serenity of the grounds, the property offers an increasingly rare sense of space and seclusion.
An elevator connecting every level, a substantial full basement offering tremendous additional potential, and a three-car side-entry garage further distinguish a residence where scale, functionality, and timeless design have been thoughtfully brought together.
Just minutes from downtown Princeton and Hopewell, highly regarded schools, shopping, dining, major commuter routes, and train service to New York and Philadelphia, 8 Benson Lane offers something increasingly difficult to find in the Greater Princeton area: the privacy and presence of a true estate, paired with exceptional space, sophisticated living, and convenient access to everything the area has to offer.
Location
State NJ
County Mercer
Area Hopewell Twp (21106)
Zoning VRC
Rooms
Basement Unfinished, Windows
Main Level Bedrooms 5
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane
Inclusions As per the MLS and Seller's Disclosure. Ask Listing agent for more details.
Furnishings No
Fireplace Y
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Main Floor
Exterior
Parking Features Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Garage Spaces 3.0
Amenities Available None
Water Access N
Accessibility None
Road Frontage Boro/Township, City/County
Attached Garage 3
Total Parking Spaces 3
Garage Y
Private Pool No
Building
Story 2
Foundation Block
Above Ground Finished SqFt 6411
Sewer Private Septic Tank, Private Sewer
Water Well
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 2
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type 2 Story Ceilings,9'+ Ceilings,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
High Schools Hopewell
School District Hopewell Valley Regional Schools
Others
Pets Allowed Y
HOA Fee Include None
Senior Community No
Tax ID 06-00015-00002 12
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 6411
Security Features Security System,Surveillance Sys
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Horse Property N
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
Financing Cash,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Standard
Pets Allowed No Pet Restrictions
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