PRISTINE IN AND OUT 

Built in 1948.

4,600 approximate square feet.

Architectural style: Farmhouse

2 acre lot.

Glimpsed from the road through a split rail fence, mature flowering shrubs and towering trees, this romantic Mid-Century cedar-shake and slate-roof Farm Ranch sits far back on two magnificent acres of sweeping manicured lawns and exquisite specimen plantings.  Offering picturesque views of secluded splendor from every room, this enchanting property offers a glistening inground pool enfolded by a brick surround, beautiful plantings and estate fencing, plus 4600 square-feet of pristine and beautifully attired living space with gorgeous new gourmet kitchen, finished basement, two fireplaces plus seven bedrooms and four and one half baths, including a two-bedroom guest cottage with full bath.  Located in the serene community of Wood Acres, a one-outlet, half-mile circle of 20 luxury homes, this elegant Brookville retreat enjoys a low-traffic setting, ideal for peaceful walks, jogging and cycling.  Long a popular site for the grand estates of New York City ’s leaders and shakers, Brookville offers a scenic, wooded and rolling countryside dotted with beautiful properties.  This great location is convenient to boating, golf, equestrian facilities, quaint village shopping, museums, and Long Island Railroad putting it within a comfortable commute to Manhattan . Approached by a winding slate walk, a charming vestibule, with guest closet and delightful marble powder room, welcomes guests into a gracious foyer with graceful curved staircase, wainscoting, crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors that flow throughout the home. To the left, the generous living room with tray ceiling boasts a stunning carved stone fireplace with onyx surround illuminated by a large front bay window and French door leading to the delightful rear bluestone patio.  Additional French doors open to the spacious, sun-drenched, slate-floored sunroom that also opens to the patio.

Entered from the sunroom and the foyer, the banquet-sized formal dining room provides a sunny and elegant venue for entertaining.  A hall off the foyer leads to the inviting den, with fielded paneling, bookcases and fireplace, and to the spacious and sun-swept eat-in-kitchen kitchen.  This fabulous space offers porcelain  floors and extensive raised panel cabinetry featuring granite countertop, large center island with sitting area, double sink overlooking the pool, high-end appliances including a Viking gas stove, and a breakfast area with access to the rear patio.  Several doors open to a laundry room, pantry and closet.  In a wing of its own, the lovely first floor master suite enjoys a beautiful Verde marble and decorative ceramic tile master bath with whirlpool tub, separate shower and stunning vanity. A generous dressing room pampers with ample closets and built-in vanity and dresser.   On the second floor can be found 4 additional bedrooms, each lovelier than the next, plus a walk-in cedar closet and two attractive baths.  Ideal for entertaining, the finished lower level proffers a large paneled recreation room with built-ins and a carpeted bonus room with en suite designer full bath.  Additional features include an attached two-car garage, in-ground sprinklers, and central air-conditioning.  Located in the Locust Valley School District , this exceptional home includes beach and mooring rights.