Yes, George Washington did sleep in this N.J. house for sale

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Yes, George Washington did sleep in this N.J. house for sale

Published: Oct. 12, 2025, 10:00 a.m.


The home was originally built in 1774 and turned into more of a manor home in the mid-1800s.Courtesy of The Bonnie and Greg Team at Coldwell Banker Realty in Mendham

By Allison Pries | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

This New Jersey home has some serious ties to the Revolutionary War.

It was ransacked, more than once, by British troops looking for hidden treasures. It was used as a food storage facility during the Revolutionary War because of its 20-inch thick walls. And, George Washington slept in the primary bedroom, leaving behind his breakfast dishes and a half a glass of wine, according to local historians.

The home is prominently located in the center of Long Valley, has five bedrooms, three full bathrooms and a separate second dwelling with two bedrooms and one bathroom. And it’s listed for sale for $750,000.

“It’s a 251-year-old house, so it’s going to take that special person who loves historic, big homes,” said Greg Brozowski, who listed it along with Bonnie Cerra, both of Coldwell Banker Realty in Mendham. “It’s in very good condition but it’s not a turnkey center hall colonial at the end of a cul-de-sac.”

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1. I'd buy it if America hadn't turned into a place I don't want to be in. I love old houses.

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2. Those are really large rooms

Must be a bear to heat, and the bathtubs are about what, 1910? So many decisions to make. Colonial or 19th century manor house? Do they have drawings or plans of the original? Who built it? You had to have some money to make 20" thick walls.