Avid gardeners need access to the city, busy commuter need solitude. This landscaped and forested acreage provides the perfect combination of quiet and convenience that so many of us are searching for. Berry bushes, fruit trees and a babbling brook create the feeling of cozy life just minutes from the conveniences of city life. Introducing a storybook riverfront retreat in Jefferson Township, NJ, where timeless charm blends with nature's beauty. This two-story custom colonial offers 7 rooms, including 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, highlighted by restored craftsman woodwork that radiates warmth and character. New sold oak flooring on the first floor and new carpeting on the second floor.Custom Pella windows with built in blinds. A full finished walkout basement with half bath and a spacious walk-up attic provide options for expanded living. Outside, sun-splashed decks invite morning coffee or evening stargazing, while a classic 3 stall barn with a newly built attached art/yoga studio with insulated windows add unique versatility. The grounds are a true sanctuary, featuring multiple prized Japanese maples, a variety of rare imported trees that create the feel of a private arboretum, berry bushes, and fruit trees. At the edge of the meticulously maintained property, the Rockaway River flows gracefully, offering a setting for quiet reflection or outdoor adventure. A home where every corner feels like a story waiting to be told, this is country living at its most magical.

Wharton is located in New Jersey. Wharton, New Jersey has a population of 7,175. Wharton is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 39.92% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 37.96%.
The median household income in Wharton, New Jersey is $89,056. The median household income for the surrounding county is $123,727 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Wharton is 38.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 17.4 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 51.6 inches per year, with 33.4 inches of snow per year.