LOCAL LORE has this home being visited by Charles Lindbergh in 1929 as a possible residence for him and his new wife, Anne Morrow. In October, 1929 the home was purchased by Horace Sylvester of Essex Fells. Horace was the father of Johnny Sylvester, the child made famous by Babe Ruths promise to hit a home run in the 1926 World Series for the ailing youngster. Despite this more direct connection to fame, the home continues to be known locally as andquot;the Lindbergh house.andquot; This magnificent mansion has a serene air of luxury and an intriguing past. The mature gardens feature a fabulous free-form pool with Jacuzzi and wading pool, surrounded by Tennessee sandstone and a gazebo for an impeccable setting for entertaining or relaxation. Each of the homes 15 rooms is a treasure trove of architectural craftsmanship such as deeply detailed moldings and hand-carved trim work. The old world grandeur of the mansion has been enhanced with central air conditioning, updated plumbing and baths, a gourmet kitchen and a new master bath. FIRST FLOOR A classically arched covered portico leads to the Center Reception Hall (11 x 31), featuring a curved Virginian antebellum staircase, Carrera marble floor, detailed moldings and a guest powder room. The Reception Hall runs front to back, with French doors leading to the rear patio and gardens. The Formal Living Room (36 x 18) has two entryways from the reception hall, hardwood floors, a marble-faced fireplace with detailed carvings, dentil crown moldings, and wainscot panels and chair rail. French doors open from the Living Room to the Family Room (18 x 17). From the Family Room, French doors lead into the large Solarium which is accented with a herringbone brick floor, large palladium windows on three sides and French doors to the rear yard. SECOND FLOOR The sweeping staircase leads from the Reception Hall to a large Upstairs Landing with hardwood floor. The Master Bedroom (17 x 19) features his and her dressing rooms and baths, including a recently refinished Master Bath with Hydro-spa Jacuzzi and double-sink vanity. Also on this level are three additional Bedrooms (12 x 13 / 11 x 17 / 17 x 17), each with its own full bath. THIRD FLOOR This level has three Bedrooms (14 x 11 / 18 x 14 / 10 x 12), a full bath, and a large multi-purpose room (13 x 31) with a fireplace and attached full bath. BASEMENT The full basement has a finished Playroom (18 x 17) and a half bath.
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