2320 Shore Rd, Ocean View, NJ 08230

The Captain Stillwell Smith House, Circa 1847. Being offered for the very first time by the ancestral owner of this historic “Big Timber” generational homestead. It was built for his great great grandmother by a Sea Captain. Come see this charming and cozy home. It has been lovingly maintained and so very well cared for by the direct descendants of the original homeowner. Make this home your very own for year round living, it is also ideal for use as a seashore cottage being close to the beach. You’ll also receive all of the historical records, seller wishes to pass them on to the new owner. Situated on over an acre and half of both cleared and wooded land you will find serenity and peace in a tranquil country setting. Convenient to all Cape May County attractions it offers especially close proximity to the island beach communities of both Avalon and Sea Isle City. Upon entering from the rear of the home and its park like setting (don’t forget Back Door Friends are Best!) you will be greeted by a spacious dining room along with the kitchen and a modern full bathroom, all part of an addition to the original home that was completed in 1990 to add updated modern conveniences. The original 4 corners of the home's first floor includes the original living room with brick fireplace (converted to natural gas logs) along with an additional den which is currently being utilized as a first floor bedroom for the current owners and it also features a fireplace which has been converted to natural gas logs as well. The second floor consists of the 3 original bedrooms, a half bath along with period "curved stairways", one leads to the storage attic. Outside the home you will find the original “outhouse” along with an insulated and heated shed with water service and electric that provides space for the washer and dryer, a spare freezer, attached to rear is an outside shower. There is a She-Shed and a He-Shed, these 2 additional sheds provide all you need for gardening and yard maintenance tasks and they are organized as work shops in their own right. Finally a new well was installed in October of 2021, the rear addition's flat roof was brand new in 2018 and just recoated in 2022. Ideally the house will be sold fully furnished and accessorized less some personal items.