July 9th, 2021 – Newsletter

A rare and wonderful melding of old and new. On a gently sloping hillside with unobstructed view of the Ramapo mountains and Harriman State Park, the 7+ acre property is sited on the grounds and incorporates historic features from Pierre Lorillard’s stable (1890). At the end of a long, winding drive with 9 foot stone walls, interspersed with graceful arches the home sits in an enclosed private courtyard. Residence features a spectacular living room with fireplace surrounded by a 28 foot wall of stone from the old stable and floor to ceiling windows with dramatic views, first floor is highlighted by large chef’s kitchen with custom cabinets and adjoining wet bar. Additionally, entry floor master suite with walk-in closet, steam shower, sauna, and gym/office. Easy flow and beautifully scaled rooms create essentials for daily life plus gracious entertaining. 1300 sf deck is perfect for quiet relaxation or gatherings. All within 40 miles of New York City Equal Housing Opportunity.

How does one define Cool? Is it something elusive or can it be captured and and celebrated in form? Like so many things cool is something you just feel when you see it. We know we have found it in this mid-century marvel of a home which showcases high design and conjures the free feeling flow of a Miles Davis tune. Built for the Martinson Coffee family in 1961, the year of American Cool…JFK, Dylan recording his debut album, Art Blakey’s release of Night in Tunisia….ya dig? The home is sited atop a hill which gifts it with views of the Croton Gorge, The Croton Reservoir, The Hudson River & it’s highland hills. Fasten your seatbelts & BATTEN down the hatches cause we’re taking a ride and a cool deep dive. From the Umbrella Pine to the Japanese prayer stones & from the clean lines to the kidney shaped swimming & diving pool you will smile with every step you take in and over these 3 acres. Walls of windows welcome you like an embrace and the open plan feels magical. A floor to ceiling stone hearth and fireplace (1 of 2) exude warmth and texture which is echoed by the hardwoods underfoot. The screen porch and L shaped deck with party seating & views make al-fresco living and entertaining a dream. The kitchen is anchored by high end appliances & tons of pantry starage space. A main level en-suite bedroom (there’s another en-suite upstairs!) & full bath make life convenient. Up a spiral wooden stair carved from a single piece of Walnut brings you to Wowville! Rooms that keep on going & flowing, skylights, balconies, walls of closets and the list goes on! A lower level offers 1600 square feet of separately accessible everything! Recreation rooms, libraries, another fireplace, offices, bedrooms, storage spaces & a cold-war era fallout shelter you’ll fallin love with (future wine room?). A cabana, a diving board, leaded glass accents,stone stairs all around the terraced property, 200 amp service, central air that keeps the cool vibe going…nature and craft both in & out…makes this your home & your home away from home. Come Party like it’s 1961!

Enjoy year-round River and Palisades views from this stunning Riverview Manor mid-century home designed by noted architect Ferdinand Gottlieb. The front door greets you with a view of the Hudson River and provides a preview of the special nature of what is yet to come. You enter into a circular light-filled atrium with a spiral staircase. The living room has River views, a magnificent stone fireplace and two sets of SGD which lead to a wrap-around deck. FDR has River views, SGD to deck and a pass-through to a modern EIK w/radiant heated floor. Off of the kitchen is a side deck and patio for easy grilling. This level also features a Primary Bedroom suite with sensational views and a renovated bath w/radiant heated floor, a bedroom/den w/River views and SGD to deck, and a powder room. The LL offers a large family room w/River views, three additional bedrooms (one ensuite), bath, laundry room, and door providing access to the garage. Property has direct access to the Old Croton Aqueduct.

Enjoy the city views in the winter and beautiful sunsets year round at the custom built Hemlock Post and Beam home. The home offers 3 beautiful stone/brick fireplaces with mahogany doors/windows and pine floors throughout. This 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home has vaulted ceilings, an open floor plan with beautiful french doors to the living room and great room. The home is situated on 2.28 acres in the heart of Armonk, yet has the feel of country living. Talk a walk down the stone steps through your very own nature preserve while exploring each layer of property. Easy commute to NYC.