The William Arnott House: Queen Anne Grandeur by Lake Hopatcong
Constructed c. 1890, the William Arnott House is a substantial Queen Anne Victorian that commands attention through its complex massing and preserved architectural vocabulary.
This is not merely a home near the water; it is a study in late 19th-century craftsmanship, distinguished by a wrap-around porch that defines its silhouette and connects the structure to its 0.71-acre grounds.
The interior articulation is centered around a grand oak staircase and a foyer that sets a tone of heavy, unpainted millwork.
The formal rooms are characterized by dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows—classic Victorian fenestration designed to maximize light and air flow—and anchored by original fireplaces that serve as focal points.
The layout respects the period’s hierarchy, maintaining distinct formal living and dining volumes rather than succumbing to open-concept erosion.
While the kitchen has been updated for modern function, the upper levels retain their historic logic. The primary suite features an original fireplace and a bath with a clawfoot soaking tub, preserving the period aesthetic.
A Juliet balcony and a versatile third floor with three additional chambers offer the expansive utility expected of a home with this square footage (4,396 sq ft).
This property represents a successful balance of stewardship, where modern amenities like the inground pool and updated systems coexist with the original Queen Anne fabric.
Property Highlights
👑 Style: Queen Anne Victorian (1890)
🪵 Millwork: Grand Oak Staircase & Foyer
🪟 Fenestration: Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
🔥 Features: Multiple Original Fireplaces
🛁 Bath: Clawfoot Soaking Tub
🌳 Grounds: 0.71 Acres with Wrap-Around Porch
🏊 Modern: Inground Pool & Hardscaping
📍 Location: Minutes to Lake Hopatcong
💵 Price: $999,000
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Contact: Listed by Maureen Falconer-Taylor Compass New Jersey, LLC 📞 908-268-6384
