This 5 bedroom plus office, 4 ½ bath shore craftsman is designed for the active Rumson lifestyle and constructed w/ exceptional quality. Refined by Asher Slaunwhite Architects, this unique floor plan offers multiple indoor and outdoor gathering areas for family and friends. The entrance welcomes you w/ impressive bluestone walk, professional landscaping, and a large front porch seating area. Enter through the mahogany French doors to experience an open floor plan with 10 and 11-foot ceilings, two gas fireplaces, a chef's kitchen featuring Viking and Sub-Zero appliances, a large island, quartz counters, and custom cabinets. The first floor also features a walk-in pantry, locker and laundry area, entrance to the two-car attached

Supplements: garage and powder room. The garage includes ample storage and 220V/40A Tesla charging outlet. You are offered three dining options: the island, the breakfast room or the formal dining room. Access the covered back porch through the breakfast room or open the Centor accordion door to fully enjoy that indoor/outdoor living feel. The second floor features an en-suite bedroom, two additional bedrooms with a shared jack-and-jill bath, and the primary suite. The primary includes a stunning en-suite bath, large walk-in closet with custom built-in cabinets, and a large bonus room perfect for a home office or nursery. From the foyer, explore down the wide staircase to the basement, dug extra deep, which allows for 8-foot ceilings. The basement offers a large play area with egress windows, a fifth bedroom, full bath, large storage room, w/ whole-house radiant heating system. All three floors, including the basement floor, are serviced by this state-of-the art system. Although this is a large space, it is welcoming and comfortable. Take a moment to appreciate the artisan details, like the unique design of the stair railing, the door molding, lighting, hardware, the functionality of the kitchen, or even the real mahogany garage door. This exceptional home sits on high ground in central Rumson. Walk a few blocks to all three schools, multiple restaurants, parks, and the Navesink River. Seabright beaches are a short bike ride or drive. Welcome home to 38 Park Ave!