"New World" antiquity & charm are tastefully combined w/modern day living features & amenities abound throughout this extensively renovated historic landmark home nestled on 1.48 ac overlooking Grover's Pond & Mill. Originally built in 1690 and later named "Ladyfair", it was host to Marquis de Lafayette, Aaron Burr, Robert Morris & in later years, Pres. Grover Cleveland. Step back in time as you enter the foyer leading into a formal living rm w/original wide plank pumpkin pine flooring flanked on either side by a formal Dining Room w/pumpkin pine floors, recessed lights & decorative molding and the light filled (front-to-back) Family Room. FR features pumpkin pine floors, all brick F/P, hand hewed wood beams, recessed lights & an abundance of windows w/view of Grover's Pond. Newer addition includes a State-of-the-Art Kitchen: custom cherry cabinets, large granite island & breakfast bar w/5-burner Fisher & Paykel gas cooktop, stainless steel counters & huge prep area, industrial-size double sink, floor-to-ceiling windows on back & side walls, wall oven & microwave, recessed lights, radiant heated floors, partial 2-story ceiling & sliding doors to patio. Off the kitchen is a mudroom area w/shelving & cubbies, pumpkin pine floors, coat & utility closets, powder room, stairway to partially finished basement, back door w/access to backyard & wrap around maintenance-free decking. There is a cozy sitting room/den off of the LR w/view of a very private & mature landscaped backyard + another powder room. Second level is accessible by either front or middle staircase featuring 5 bedrooms & 3 full baths. At the top of the front staircase is a private & updated Master Suite: bedroom w/views of both Grover's Pond & Mill, a large walk-in closet, newer bathroom w/extra-large walk-in shower & linen closet. 2 Bedrooms w/skylights are part of new addition + full laundry facilities, renovated full bath, new full bath & lofted library w/built-in bookshelves overlooking kitchen. New oversized detached 2-car garage has extra high ceiling & plenty of storage space. Property is adjacent to 13 acre "Roger's Preserve" w/walking & biking paths and connects to nearby community of Sherbrooke Estates. Location is convenient to PRJ Train Station, WWP Schools, shopping & major roadways (Rtes 1, 95 & 295). Princeton University & McCarter Theatre are a short drive or "Dinky" ride away. Enjoy both modern present-day and traditional colonial architecture all under one roof!