The stately five-bedroom mansion boasts 10,296 square feet, much larger than the cosy 1,853-square-foot flat he and his wife Emma rent in New York City.

The political commentator has been busy with real estate deals of late.

Last October, the "Jesse Waters Prime Time" host listed his Jersey Shore holiday home for $1.999 million. The 2,044 square foot four-bedroom beachfront home in Beach Haven, New Jersey, was recently updated.

Following a price reduction in December, this luxury beach condo now has a pending offer.

As for Waters' newly purchased property, the New Jersey property was built in 2002 on 5.6 private acres in the hills of Bernardsville.

The house's two-storey, wrap-around terrace gives it the feel of a classic Southern-style estate.

Eight fireplaces, 12-foot ceilings and ornate woodwork are among the many highlights of this luxurious home. A grand two-storey foyer boasts marble floors and a dramatic curved staircase.

The home's formal dining room is surrounded by French doors that open onto the terrace. The wood-paneled study has built-in bookcases, a cosy fireplace and a spiral staircase.

The huge kitchen has two large islands; custom cabinetry in dark wood; and French doors that welcome lots of natural light.

Upstairs, a spacious main suite offers a sitting area, luxurious bathroom with a soaking tub, balcony and a large walk-in wardrobe.

Other highlights include a lower level theatre, wine cellar, garage, swimming pool and carriage house with guest accommodation.