17 bridge street

Presenting an exceptional commercial/live in opportunity! This clapboard building exudes timeless charm and offers versatile potential; food service, retail, spa and/or office utilization - as well as the potential for live/work. Originally the Milford Post Office and Postmasters Residence built in 1829, the converted space -- currently used as a shop for gourmet food, floral service and decorative home goods -- features a welcoming front porch and an inviting ambiance. The building also includes a one-bedroom apartment with its own entrance, creating avenues for supplementary income or an ideal live/work arrangement. Inside the main building, you'll discover a blend of historic elements and modern amenities, such as original random width pine floors, sash windows with antique "wavy glass," contemporary track lighting, baseboard radiant heat, and central air conditioning for comfort. The classic layout of the first floor encompasses various spaces, including a front room with charming details and pressed tin style ceiling. Another well-sized room which carries through the pine floors, decorative mantle and an original antique ceiling fixture offers additional retail/dining/office options. The kitchen and service area is equipped with commercial-grade hood and stainless sink, as well as other essential food service trade fixtures that could make for a turn-key operation (separately negotiable). An additional room, accessible by the rear entrance, includes a utility sink and offers versatility. Upstairs, two generously sized rooms provide ample space for various uses, accompanied by a small sitting room accessing two restrooms. A bonus room with its own exterior entrance is perfect for adapting to an office, storage or other creative uses. Entering from the back porch, the one-bedroom apartment boasts contemporary updates: A well-appointed updated kitchen with stainless appliances, quartz countertop and geometric ceramic tile flooring; a comfortable living environment -- enhanced by recessed lighting, newer windows and hardwood floors; and a spacious bedroom that can easily accommodate a king-sized bed. The beautifully updated bathroom features a walk-in shower with subway tile, white porcelain and chrome sink and sparkling white octagonal tile floor. Back outside, the enchanting backyard offers a lush lawn with open lattice decorative garden fencing, raised bed plantings along the 3-board plank fence, and a covered pergola area suitable for diverse purposes. Further enhancing the appeal and functionality are additional structures, including an outdoor retail service area (custom built for a farm stand), walk-in refrigeration/storage, and two historical sheds for storage, contributing to this property's remarkable potential. Don't miss the chance to acquire a captivating space with abundant possibilities in a prime Hunterdon County location near the Milford/Upper Black Eddy Bridge over the Delaware River.