Washington Township lies at the western edge of Morris County and at 44 square miles, is the largest township in the county with a population of approximately 20,000. The town occupies a beautiful portion of Morris County, and is graced with vistas of forested rolling hills and farmland, yet residents are within a reasonable commuting distance of NYC. Several viable options in surrounding towns are available for commuters wishing to take the bus or train. State Highway 46 and County Roads 517, and 513 pass through the town with Interstates 78 & 80 just minutes away in neighboring towns. Newark Liberty International Airport is just 31 miles away.
Washington Township takes great pride in its farming heritage and natural resources leading the county in the greatest acreage of preserved farmland having preserved 2,800 acres and 35 farms. The active preservation of open space and farmland continues to be a top priority for the Township.
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- Welcome to Long Valley
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- The Liberty Eagle
Once a mighty oak at the corner of Schooley's Mountain and Flocktown Roads, this beautiful tree has been transformed by a local artist into an instant Long Valley landmark.
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- Schooley's Mountain General Store & Post Office
Originally opened in 1830, this is the oldest operating General Store in NJ. With its tin ceiling and potbelly stove, this old-fashioned outpost in Long Vally (Morris County) is definitely a throwback to simpler times.
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- Schooley's Mountain Fire Company
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- Old Stone Church - Long Valley NJ
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- Paws & Paddock Store in Long Valley NJ
Purveyors of pure bred Irish Jack Russel Terrier pups, dog grooming services, equine and dog supplies. Located in the Valley.
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- Ed & Mike's Second Hand Store - Long Valley NJ
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- Rock Spring Park - Long Valley NJ
One of Long Valley's largest municipal parks located at the top of Schooley's Mountain, Rock Spring offers different fields for football, lacrosse, soccer, baseball, softball in addition to basketball and tennis courts, a modern playground, pavilion, concession stand, Senior Center and Public Library.
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- Washington Township (Long Valley) Public Library
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- Columbia Trail - Long Valley NJ
The Columbia Trail strings together forests, farms and parklands as it stretches 11 miles among the small towns of High Bridge, Califon and Long Valley. Most of the corridor parallels the South Branch of the Raritan River. After passenger trains and rail cars laden with iron ore ceased running this line, the Columbia Gas company constructed a pipeline under the former rail bed. It then transferred the surface rights to the parks departments of Hunterdon and Morris counties for a recreational trail.
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- Columbia Trail - Long Valley NJ
Access point at the Long Valley / Califon border on Route 513.
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- Cycle Craft Bicycle Shop - Long Valley NJ
Located in the Village section of town, this is definitely the place to go for the beginner to advanced cyclist.
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- The Lodge at Schooley's Mountain Park
The Schooley's Mountain Park Lodge is available for corporate or private rentals, such as meetings, weddings, bridal showers, and more.
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- Bed & Breakfast in Long Valley
The Neighbor House Bed & Breakfast in Long Valley NJ.
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- The Neighbor House B&B - Long Valley NJ
A great place to stay or just "get away" for a night or two.
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- Middle Valley
A beautiful view of Middle Valley Nursery and Landscaping on Route 513 near the Califon border.
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- Burd Farms - Long Valley
Simply the best "small" farm stand in Long Valley!
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- Ort Farms - Long Valley NJ
One of the main attractions during the Halloween season drawing thousands of visitors from all over NJ to enjoy a day in the country.
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- Valley Shepherd Creamery - Long Valley NJ
Truly a local gem, artisan cheese makers combine years of expertise with modern equipment from around the world and age old European sheep farming practices to create over twenty sheep and mixed-milk artisan cheeses, yogurt and butter. Valley Shepherd Creamery takes pride in being able to educate and involve the visitor in daily life on a real working sheep dairy.
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- Valley Shepherd Creamery - Long Valley NJ
Two members of the creamery doing their part to remain productive contributors to the bottom line!
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- Restaurant Village in Long Valley NJ
A wide variety of dining choices for any occasion awaits you in the Village section of Long Valley.
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- Long Valley Pub & Brewery - Long Valley NJ
A perennial favorite for locals and visitors alike, the "Brew Pub" is located in the heart of the Village section in Long Valley.
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- Long Valley Pub & Brewery - Long Valley NJ
Outdoor dining during the warmer months is the right choice for many patrons of the "Brew Pub" in beautiful Long Valley NJ.
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- Splash Seafood Restaurant - Long Valley NJ
Another great place to dine in the heart of the Village section.
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- Washington Township (Long Valley) Municipal Complex
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- Palmer Park - Long Valley NJ
One of the newer municipal park complexes in Long Valley, Palmer Park offers 3 softball fields, 1 Babe Ruth baseball field, 4 Little League baseball fields, and 3 all purpose fields (with one field equipped with lights for nite games).
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- Long Valley Dog Park
The place to be seen with your favorite pooch.
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- Centenary College Equestrian Center - Long Valley NJ
An offsite location for a local college has grown substantially over the years into one the premier equine programs in the country.
Commonly referred to as “Long Valley”, the Township actually consists of three different areas known as Schooley’s Mountain (the largest portion of the Township), Long Valley, and Middle Valley.
The Long Valley section — the heart of the township — was called German Valley when it was first settled in the 18th century by people from Saxony, in Germany who, like many early settlers of that time came in search of freedom of worship.
Schooley’s Mountain is an unincorporated community in Washington Township named for the Schooley family, who owned a considerable amount of land there during the 1790′s. The Schooleys Mountain section was a famous resort and spa in the 19th century because of its pure mountain air, romantic atmosphere and healing mineral springs. In 1815, it was declared to be the purest and best chalybeate water known at that time in the country. The old hotel register shows a large number of distinguished guests and frequent visitors from other sections of the country seeking out the reputed beneficial effects of the natural springs. Today, Schooley’s Mountain Park, which is part of the Morris County Park Commission, provides swimming, hiking, picnicking, ball fields, sledding and boating. Other recreational options are available through the numerous Township, County and State recreational parks and facilities including native trout streams and rivers.
Middle Valley lies in the southwest portion of the township and has the South Branch of the Raritan River flowing through it along with a section of the Columbia Trail. Most of the land in Middle Valley is flat and is home to many productive farms.
Some of the more popular attractions in town include:
• German Valley Historic District
• The many antique/specialty shops and boutiques located in the village area
• Schooley’s Mountain General Store at the top of the mountain (where there is a post office situated within the store)
• Orts Farm (a large produce and agri-tourism venue located in the valley)
• Long Valley Pub and Brewery (part of a section of restaurants in the village)
• Valley Sheppard Creamery (makers of fine artisan cheeses)
• Centenary College Equine Facility
• Columbia Trail
• Patriots Path
• Long Valley Dog Park
Finding Homes For Sale in Long Valley
Long Valley features many single family detached homes (new construction and resale, including charming historic structures) along with several Townhome/Condominium developments offering attached and detached dwellings as the primary type of residences, with the majority of residents working outside of town. Due to its westerly location, being further away from the employment centers to the east, housing prices in Long Valley are relatively more affordable than the neighboring towns to the south and east.
As you can see, Long Valley has something to fit everyone’s needs. Call me direct at (908) 267-2465, or email me at Bob@BobZorechakRealtor.com and I will be happy to discuss your specific requirements and find the right home for you. For listings in Long Valley (Washington Township) or anywhere in Morris or parts of Somerset or Hunterdon County simply use the search tools located on the right side of this page. All listings are updated throughout the day so be sure to come back often for the most current information. If you are unable to find what you are looking for using the search function on this website, or you are looking for a home that is unique with specific features, feel free to contact me direct and let me know exactly what they are. My colleagues and I preview all kinds of properties each week and will be sure to identify just what you are looking for. In addition, my office often features “exclusive” listings that are not released to the public that might be of interest to you as well. I will be glad to answer all of your questions and arrange to show you the homes of your choice at a time convenient to your schedule.
I also serve the surrounding towns in southern Morris County including the Chesters, the Mendhams, Morris Township, Morristown, Madison and the Chathams as well as select towns in northern Somerset County including Peapack Gladstone, Far Hills, Bedminster, Bernardsville and Basking Ridge along with the Hunterdon County towns of Lebanon and Tewksbury Townships.
Washington Township (Long Valley) NJ Schools
The Washington Township Schools is a public school district that includes five schools and a central office. All schools in the district are located in the township and include Benedict A. Elementary School (K-5) (718 students) located at 470 Naughright Road, Flocktown-Klossman Schools (K-5) (629 students) located at 90 Flocktown Road, Old Farmers Road Elementary School (K-5) (461 students) located at 51 Old Farmers Road, along with Long Valley Middle School (6-8)(1,030 students) located at 51 West Mill Road.
Students in grades 9-12 attend West Morris Central High School(1,400 students), and is located in the township (but is considered Chester because of its mailing address – 259 Bartley Road) is part of the West Morris Regional High School District. Students in the district come from the surrounding Morris County school districts of Chester Borough, Chester Township, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township and Washington Township (Long Valley).
Long Valley NJ Public School Links
Washington Township School District
Benedict A. Cucinella Elementary School (K-5)
Flocktown-Klossmann School (K-5)
Long Valley Middle School (6-8)
West Morris Regional High School District
West Morris Central High School (9-12)
NJ Department of Education School Report Card
Follow this Long Valley NJ School Info link for more detailed information about each school in Washington Township (Long Valley) NJ, including nearby private school information.
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