Westways, Sea Cliff, New York Built in 1913 by the same architect that designed the Frick mansion, Westwaysis a magical oasis 25 miles east of NYC. Nestled into 1.6 sloping acresoverlooking the Sound and surrounded by old growth trees and lusciouslandscaping, the estate invites you into a state of tranquility and private luxury.An expansive flagstone patio and grand staircase lead to a sparkling gunitesaltwater pool with a cabana, outdoor kitchen, and bluestone surround. Fornature lovers, the singing birds, and soft breeze from the Sound whispering inthe majestic pines will delight and inspire one hour from the city, yet a worldapart. No expense was spared in the steel, cement, stone and terra-cotta blockconstruction of Westways. Throughout its history, this estate has beenmeticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated. This is a unique opportunityto move right into the elegance and glamour of the Gold Coast, with all thecomforts of today. The magnificent entry welcomes with original oak paneling, a grand doubleheight staircase, a fireplace and polished hardwood floors throughout the home.Oriented to the magnificent sunsets in the west, the homes floorplan isdesigned to capture light and breeze from each beautifully scaled room. Thechefs kitchen will make any serious home cook happy with Sub-zeroappliances, a Lacanche range, multiple copper sinks, custom-crafted cabinetry,a walk-in pantry, butlers station, baking station, Pietra Cardosa-honed countertops and radiant-heat Italian-tile floor. Ascend the staircase to discover a true master suite. A sanctuary, replete with aprivate sitting/dressing room, a spacious home office, working fireplace and aspa-like master bath. Carrera marble, double vanity, a soaking tub, rainfallshower and radiant heat floors. This is a home that keeps giving. Seven bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a guestapartment, an attached garage currently being used as a yoga studio withradiant-heat cement flooring, three working fireplaces and natural gas and hotwater heating. Located in the unique town of Sea Cliff, recently highlighted in the NYT as anartsy, close-knit, walk-able village. Also, known as a seaside alternative toBrooklyn with a sloping landscape overlooking the sound with Victorian homestucked into winding tree-lined streets. Part of the celebrated North Shore School District. Sea Cliff residents enjoy a private beach with a cafe, eclecticshopping, great restaurants, notably Wells Apothecary, Tavern 227, and TheSea Cliff Bistro. Only minutes away from the Greenvale LIRR stop on theOyster Bay line, less than one hour to Penn Station.
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