Superbly situated on a level lot in the desirable Woods streets of Upper Montclair, with incredible proximity to NYC transportation, restaurants, shops, schools,this thoughtfully updated Victorian welcomes you. Built in 1896 as part of Timothy Sellew's development of the streets surrounding the railroad, it still supports that original commuting lifestyle - one reason many generations have made Upper Montclair their home.The renovated kitchen, a cook's paradise, has a wall of French doors to invite the lush backyard inside.The expansive deck flows from the kitchen and large, sunny dining room making entertaining seamless. A well-appointed living room and wood-burning fireplace lead out to an enclosed sunporch, shrouded in privacy. A stylish powder room completes the first floor. Ascending the original chestnut wood staircase, the second floor has 3 bedrooms, one with a fireplace; a convenient office/laundry, and a hall bath, with plenty of windows providing natural light throughout. Escape to the modern third floor primary suite with a view from the treetops. Enjoy daydreaming in the window seat, luxuriate in the ensuite's generous bathtub or dual walk-in shower, double marble vanity, separate hatbox toilet, and custom walk-in closet with plenty of storage. An adjoining bedroom/office with a dormer serves as a delightful reading nook, completing this private oasis .Become a part of this historic community and make your story part of Montclair's legacy.