291 Prospect Avenue, Sea Cliff, NY 11579

This historic Sea Cliff carriage house, built in 1898, carries the legacy of the one of the Village's founders. Steeped in charm and character, it blends rich history with an authentic architectural past. A unique opportunity to own a piece of Sea Cliff's origin, this home invites you to step into a living slice of local history while offering timeless elegance. The home stands proudly on a hill, surrounded by lush, manicured shrubbery and specimen bushes, with a graceful approach from the circular courtyard to the home's entrance. The home has four bedrooms, three-and-a half baths, three levels of living space. The first floor has an office/bedroom, a living room with balcony, a wood burning fireplace and French doors with beveled glass, along with a brightly lit dining room and kitchen. The home has a first-floor half bathroom. Open the Dutch door in the kitchen to a Trex Deck with Spanish Cyprus banisters. On the second floor, the home offers a truly stunning English-inspired library crafted with solid red oak, with soaring pitched ceilings. The library French doors connect to an elegant retreat featuring a screened-in porch blending indoor and outdoor charm. The second bedroom has use of a full hall bathroom. The spacious primary suite offers a warm and serene haven, showcasing a cozy fireplace and elegant French doors that open to an expansive balcony. Down in the lower level, you'll find a family room with an entry/exit door, an entertainment bar with a beautiful marble countertop, a utility area, and a laundry room. The current owner was determined to bring the house true to the period and style while installing a complete 3-zone heating system, along with the electrical and plumbing systems that were installed only 2 years ago. With the home oriented to the west, it offers a front-row seat to breathtaking sunsets, bathing the living spaces in a warm, golden glow. The home has easy access to beaches, numerous parks, nearby playgrounds and water sports for even more outdoor fun!