132 Drakes Corner Rd

Perhaps 1,000 tulips pop up every spring among the dogwoods, Japanese maples and meandering paths surrounding this renovated multi-level home within a particularly beautiful section of Princeton. A gated driveway and deer fencing protect the exceedingly private 3.5-acre property, 2 of which are enchantingly landscaped. Tiered decks, a gazebo and an al fresco spa offer a variety of vantage points from which to enjoy the grounds. The entire interior was completely reimagined by architect Gerry Ford of Ford 3. The living room with 2 sitting areas, one airy and one more intimate, now has a fireplace and loads of windows. The 2-story dining room also benefits from an increase in height and light. The kitchen, done in neutral granite and custom white cabinetry, and the family room live as one unified space with a cozy garden room offering a spot for solitude. The laundry, powder room and mud entry are tucked to the side. Downstairs, built-ins turn a corner of the rec rom into a home office and a workshop has a handy backdoor. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms share a bath with seamless glass and limestone tile, while the cathedral master has a level unto itself. A fireplace, 2-room marble bath, a double walk-in closet and a loft study leave nothing to be desired.