46 POOR FARM ROAD, PENNINGTON, NJ 08534

$995,000

Driving along a winding country road in Hopewell Township, where farms, fields, and woodlands shape the landscape, a gazebo and romantic pond glint through the trees before revealing this stately 1840s historic home with a charming guest cottage. Brick patios and walkways weave through the gardens, connecting the house and… Read More cottage in a series of inviting outdoor spaces. The scene is quintessential Hopewell Valley: historic, peaceful, and surrounded by bucolic countryside. Inside, the main house retains the craftsmanship and character of the 19th century. Random-width wood floors glow with age and patina, while generously proportioned rooms are detailed with original doors and hardware, and window sills nearly a foot deep. A wide foyer welcomes visitors from the front entrance. The kitchen, anchored by a fireplace, sits opposite the dining room, creating a natural gathering hub. Down the hall, a study with built-in bookcases offers a quiet retreat, while the living room features its own fireplace flanked by built-in shelving. Two deep storage closets and a half bath sit conveniently near the kitchen. Upstairs, three bedrooms share a hall bath, while a fourth bedroom has its own private bath. Closets, both in the bedrooms and along the hallway, provide storage uncommon in homes of this vintage. A walk-up attic offers additional potential, and the walk-out basement houses a laundry room, a gym, and a half bath. The guest cottage adds flexibility to the property. With its own kitchen and bath, it makes an ideal space for long-term visitors or even a creative studio. This offering carries a remarkable piece of local history. In the 19th century, it served as the Pennington area's poor farm, part of a municipal system that provided housing and work for residents who had fallen on hard times. Established in 1843, it operated for more than a century, reflecting an early form of community social support long before modern public assistance programs. Today, the property's peaceful setting tells an entirely different story. Located in the highly regarded Hopewell Valley School District and roughly midway between New York City and Philadelphia, it offers easy access to vibrant dining, shopping, culture, and mass transit. With its layered history, classic architecture, and idyllic surroundings, this home stands as both a reminder of Hopewell's past and a serene country retreat for modern life! Read Less

Courtesy of Linda S Twining, Callaway Henderson Sotheby's Int'l-Princeton, 609-921-1050

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Mar 13, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,074

Lot Size

2.44 Acres

Year Built

1843

MLS Number

NJME2073178

Additional Details

Basement

Daylight, Partial, Partially Finished, Walkout Level

Building

Built in 1843, Living area: 4074, Levels: 2, Construction Materials: Frame

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Accessibility Features

None

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Patio(s)

Fence

Fully

Fireplaces

1 fireplace

Foundation

Permanent

Heating

Baseboard - Hot Water

Lot

2.44 acres, Dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00

Parking

Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Dirt Driveway

Property

Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Garden/Lawn, Panoramic, Pond, Scenic Vista

Sewer

On Site Septic

Taxes

Annual Amount: $16,904, Lot: 00084, Year: 2025, Zoning: MRC

Utilities

Water Source: Well

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