-4 Hardley Drive, Cranbury, NJ 08512

Sunday morning start in this kitchen: Picture it: oversized island, pancake batter, coffee going. This kitchen was made for exactly that. Gleaming hardwood carries the flow from the formal dining room right into the heart of it all stainless appliances, a breakfast nook framed by backyard views, and room to gather instead of squeeze in. And here's the part that saves you real money: a brand-new septic system, fully installed and inspected. That's a five-figure expense the next owner simply won't face. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in sought-after Shadow Oaks, this home delivers what quiet cul-de-sacs do best kids on bikes, neighbors who actually wave, and a big yard that backs up to open farmland instead of someone's fence line. The recently replaced patio makes it easy to sit outside and take it all in. Inside, there's a terrific flow between the living room, private office, and a family room anchored by a brick fireplace built for relaxing evenings. A renovated mudroom, laundry room,...