MLS# NJBL2077274 – 282 Hopewell Road, Medford, NJ 08055

Are you looking for a home with enough space and land for your whole family, including an optional 1st floor bedroom and bathroom? Do you want to be surrounded by nature with access to a private community lake? Do you want to live in a town with exceptional schools, a rich history, and a lively downtown? And do you want all of this, plus a home that has new windows, new roof and new paint so you can move right in? Then 282 Hopewell Rd is the home you’ve been searching for! This 2 story colonial sits on half an acre among the pines of Medford in the quaint community of Blue Lake. This home has been lovingly maintained and tastefully updated by its original owners. It’s time for a new family to move in and make cherished memories in this wonderful space. As you walk inside, you are greeted by the natural light coming through the large windows in the Living Room, which highlight the solid wood floors, trimwork panels and cozy gas fireplace surrounded by natural stone. Fresh paint and recessed lighting have also been added. The Kitchen features granite countertops, light wood cabinets, a coffee bar and decorative beadboard. The Dining Room, which opens to the Living Room and Kitchen, has sliding glass doors that lead to the backyard deck. The Family Room has been converted to a 1st floor bedroom with a barn door, wardrobe units and painted paneled walls. There is an updated full bathroom across the hall with a walk-in shower and bidet toilet with heated seat. The adjacent Laundry Room has a door to the backyard, so it’s possible to make this whole area an in-law suite if desired with separate access. Upstairs, there are 3 generously sized Bedrooms, all with fresh paint and new carpet. What makes this property truly unique is the enormous Bonus Room, boasting over 600 sqft, with endless possibilities! This room was designed to house the extensive collections of the owner; including toys, trains, puppets, robots, and Western memorabilia. It is now a blank slate ready to be designed to meet the needs of your family. It could be converted into a Primary Suite with His and Hers Walk-in Closets. (See proposed design in the photos.) This room features a second staircase that leads down to a workshop in the garage and out to the backyard, so it would also make a great Family Room, Playroom, or several Home Offices. There have been many recent updates including the roof, windows, and porch railing in 2023. The first floor Bathroom, septic system, driveway, garage doors, exterior paint, front door, and back door were done in 2022. This home has plenty of space for storage with two attics, numerous closets, 2-car garage with workshop, and a shed. The large backyard is the perfect place to relax with its composite maintenance free deck and paver patio. The oversized circular driveway is fully paved and offers extra parking on the side. Whenever you want to escape into nature, the private Blue Lake community beach is a short walk less than five minutes away. You will really enjoy the swimming and canoeing, plus the small private lake is a great place to fish and even ice skate when the lake freezes. Also within walking distance you have the famous Donkey’s Cheesesteaks, Leo’s Ice Cream, and La Scala Pronto. Medford is not just another suburban town, it’s a return to a somewhat forgotten way of life. Along with its picturesque lakes, woods, and farmlands, the heart of this town is historic Medford Village. This idyllic downtown, which has been on the upswing for the last few years, hosts several annual events and is home to numerous shops, breweries, and restaurants. Sitting on the edge of the Pinelands, this area is loaded with parks that offer hiking, biking and paddling trails. All conveniently located 30 minutes from Philly and 45 minutes from the Jersey shore. This home and the surrounding area have so much to offer, schedule an appointment to see 282 Hopewell Rd today!