If your dream is a custom-built home with large rooms and solid construction set on a spacious wooded lot with a large flat back yard, this is the home you have been waiting for! Situated on a beautiful 1.6 acre lot in one of Greater Newark's premium locations, this expansive 2 story has been lovingly maintained by the original owners. Enter into a sizable slate foyer, to the right of which is a lovely and sunny living room naturally lighted by 16 feet of windows. Adjacent to the living room is the dining room accented with hardwood flooring, wainscoting, and a bay window. The kitchen is quite large and perfectly situated with the eating area alongside a bow window to enjoy viewing the nature and wildlife while dining. Kitchen features ceramic tile flooring, granite counters with ceramic back splash, updated stainless steel appliances, glass top stove, two ovens, bar sink and beverage cooler. The step down family room has a custom brick wood-burning fireplace with built in shelving, vaulted ceiling, and 14 feet of windows overlooking the private rear yard. Doors from both the family room and kitchen open to a large screened porch. Adjacent to the family room is a den with custom shelving and parquet floors. Second level Master Bedroom has updated full bath with double vanity and walk-in shower. There are three other sizable bedrooms, a bonus fifth room that could be a sewing or hobby room, and an updated hall bath with double vanity. Lower level basement has over 1000 square feet of finished area with new Berber carpeting plus storage and utility area. Second entrance/exit through cement steps in garage. Added bonuses are the whole house stereo system, 2 updated powder rooms on the first floor, updated water treatment system and hot water heater, HVAC 2016, and modern alarm system. Don't let this beautiful home be the one that got away, see it today!