New Jersey Mega-Mansion With Private Pub Heads to No-Reserve Auction
A sprawling Hopewell estate originally listed for $7.75 million will be sold to the highest bidder on Tuesday.
A six-bedroom mansion in Hopewell, New Jersey, featuring its own pub and located on 26 acres, is set to be auctioned off without reserve on Tuesday. The property at 82 Aunt Molly Road was built in 1999 by John and Christine Clifford, who raised their three children in the home.
Following John Clifford's death in 2018, Christine Clifford has opted to sell the estate in an effort to achieve a swift sale. The home was initially listed for $7.75 million. Auctioneers estimate it could fetch between $4 million and $6.7 million, according to Trayor Lesnock of Platinum Luxury Auctions.
The 15,000-square-foot residence boasts a slate roof, copper gutters, and a cobblestone front courtyard. Interior features include 12 masonry fireplaces, a mahogany library, a theater, and an elevator. The private pub is equipped with custom cherry wood and a stone-surrounded fireplace, complemented by a 3,000-bottle wine cellar.
Three of the six bedrooms include balconies, and all have en suite bathrooms. The grounds feature heirloom trees, sculpted gardens, a large pond, an infinity-edge pool, tennis and basketball courts, seven garages, and a three-bedroom carriage house.
A separate 102-acre parcel of land adjacent to the property is also being auctioned. This land is approved for division into 11 lots, making it potentially attractive to developers or individuals seeking extensive privacy.
The estate is located in Hopewell Township, approximately 55 miles from New York City and closer to Philadelphia. The township is described as a quiet, family-oriented area.
Prospective bidders must register and provide a $100,000 refundable deposit. An additional $50,000 deposit is required to bid on the 102-acre land parcel. While auctioneers estimate a sale price between $4 million and $6.7 million, the no-reserve auction means the property could sell for less.
Inquiries have come from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, with some interest from California and Europe. The auction house anticipates five to seven registered bidders for the sale.