1349 Kings Highway Pilesgrove, NJ 08098
Listing Courtesy of: BRIGHT IDX / Warner Real Estate & Auction Company

  1349 Kings Highway Pilesgrove, NJ 08098

Active (59 Days)
$949,000 (USD)
4
BED
3
BATH
2,993
SQFT

Description

Welcome to Seven Stars Tavern — a rare opportunity to own an authentic piece of New Jersey’s colonial history. Built in 1762 and rich with Revolutionary-era significance, this extraordinary residence blends timeless architectural character with the warmth and charm of a true historic home. Once a landmark tavern along the King’s Highway, the property has gracefully evolved into a private residence whilepreserving its original craftsmanship, story, and enduring presence.Sprawling across approximately 1.73 acres, this two and one half-story, brick dwelling offers just under 3,000 square feet of living space. The four bedroom home is rich in character and warmth, featuring three traditional wood-burning fireplaces and three propane gas-burning fireplaces, creating inviting gathering spaces throughout. Generous proportions and a sense of scale make this residence feel both substantial and welcoming, ideal for comfortable everyday living and entertaining alike. The expansive grounds further enhance the property’s appeal, featuring a three-car detached garage, a spacious exterior patio for outdoor gatherings, and an in-ground swimming pool that anchors the landscape as a private retreat. Together, the home and grounds present a rare blend of comfort, charm, and resort-style amenities.Built in 1762, the historic Seven Stars Tavern is one of Salem County’s most notable examples of 18th-century colonial architecture. Constructed by Peter and Elizabeth Louderback along the former King’s Highway, the brick structure replaced an earlier log tavern and was identified by the iconic “Sign of the Seven Stars,” a celestial emblem used to guide travelers in the colonial era. The Louderbacks’ initials and the original construction date remain visible in the brickwork, offering a rare and authentic connection to the property’s origins and craftsmanship. During the colonial and Revolutionary periods, Seven Stars Tavern served as a vital roadside stop and community gathering place, providing lodging and hospitality to travelers and locals alike. The property is closely tied to Revolutionary War history through the Louderback family’s patriot support, including a documented British raid in 1778 while searching for their son, John Louderback. He is believed to have supplied Continental (American) troops with food which resulted in the British putting a price on his head. By the early 1800s, the building transitioned into a private residence and farmhouse, a role it has maintained for generations. Today, listed on the National and New Jersey Register of Historic Places, Seven Stars Tavern stands as a remarkably preserved historic home—rich in character, heritage, and timeless appeal—offering a rare opportunity to own a true piece of New Jersey history.

MLS #:
NJSA2017826
Taxes
$12,755(2025)
Lot Size
1.73 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1762
Style
Colonial
School District
Woodstown-Pilesgrove Regi Schools
County
Salem County

Listed By

Richard G Warner, Warner Real Estate & Auction Company
Source
BRIGHT IDX
Last checked Apr 4 2026 at 2:04 AM GMT-0400
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features
  • Wood Floors
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Walls/Ceilings: Plaster Walls
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
Subdivision
  • None Available
Lot Information
  • Corner
Property Features
  • Above Grade
  • Below Grade
  • Foundation: Block
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Heating and Cooling
  • Radiator
  • Central A/C
Basement Information
  • Partial
  • Combination
Pool Information
  • In Ground
  • Fenced
Flooring
  • Hardwood
Exterior Features
  • Frame
  • Roof: Pitched
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Cable Tv Available, Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available
  • Sewer: On Site Septic
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
School Information
  • Elementary School: Mary S. Shoemaker E.s.
  • Middle School: Woodstown M.s.
  • High School: Woodstown H.s.
Parking
  • Crushed Stone
Stories
  • 3
Living Area
  • 2,993 sqft
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