2 old prallsville road

Just steps from the towpath and the Delaware River, this historic fieldstone house has enjoyed quiet transformations over time that blend history with contemporary ease. Originally built by Col. John Sharp, in 1842 and established by Daniel Sharp and Gershom Lambert, it became a general store until 1865. The property retains incredible features from the late 19th century, its thick stone walls, deep-set windows, random width hardwood flooring and exposed hand-hewn beams, but the atmosphere is unmistakably contemporary thanks to updates that balance reverence for the past with a clear-eyed embrace of modern living. The gourmet eat-in kitchen, anchored by granite counters and a farmhouse sink, stainless appliances, a six-burner gas stove with a vented hood, features radiant heated floors and glass-front cabinetry. The generous dining room is ready to host life’s celebrations with ease, featuring elegant stained-glass windows, exposed painted beams, random width hardwood flooring and houses a tucked-away powder room. The adjacent cozy family room is anchored by a stunning stone wood burning fireplace, flanked by charming built-in cabinetry and shelving for books and collectables. Two staircases lead to the 2nd level offering a formal living room focused around the wood burning fireplace w/decorative mantle and flanking built-in shelving and cabinetry. Within the primary, there’s a soothing bathroom with double copper vessel sinks, granite counters and a mosaic tiled walk-in shower plus plenty of closet storage. An adjacent sunlit home office with exposed stone walls and a doorway leading out onto the rear deck, connects the primary suite to a guest bedroom with a decorative fireplace and hardwood flooring. The third floor offers a third bedroom, including a loft, a full bath, and the laundry. Outside, the fenced yard shows off a generous bluestone patio, a covered porch and an open brick terrace open to a series of gardens that soften the home’s sturdy silhouette. An oversized two-car garage sits at the edge of the property, with ample space above for storage. A whole house generator has been added for peace of mind. Within walking distance, find the Stockton Market and the historic Stockton Inn, both recently re-opened and reimagined will most likely become your favorite spot to enjoy. Many options await for dining and antiquing in the historic award-winning towns of Lambertville and New Hope, just a few miles south, with the Delaware & Raritan Canal path nearby it’s a short bike ride away.