Macy's Heir's Stately New Jersey Mansion Hits The Market For $1.57 Million

The 1920s home built for the heir of the Macy's fortune is hitting the market for the first time since 1953. As one would imagine, it's certainly not your typical New Jersey mansion.

Its former owner was Herbert Straus, the son of Macy's department store mogul and US Congressman Isidor Straus. Along with his wife Ida, who famously refused a seat on a lifeboat to remain by her husband's side, the businessman died on the Titanic. The couple was even depicted in the 1997 film about the tragedy.

Steeped in history, the 13-acre property, dubbed Cobble Close Farm, may have started out as a dairy farm, but these days resembles more of a castle-like fortress, complete with stone archways, cathedral windows, walled gardens, cobblestone courtyard, and al fresco colonnade. 

Inside, the sprawling space is dripping with old world grandeur, from its lavish parlors and dining room to its dreamy sun-filled solarium. Original architectural details include imposing stone fireplaces and materials like stucco and ceramic tile imported from Europe. 

Spanning nearly 5,000 square feet with three bedrooms and three baths, the pad is up for grabs for a mere $1.575 million. Quite the steal, even if it means living in New Jersey.

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[Photos via Resources Real Estate]