LAKESIDE LIVING IN CONYERS FARM 

Amenities include: Approved Tennis Court Plans, equestrian facilities, pool with fully equipped poolhouse.

Built in 1993. Designed by architect Robert Lamb Hart. Built by Matt Matthews.

3 stories, 12,560 approximate square feet. 2 buildings. Limestone and stucco exterior. Slate roof.

Architectural style: Neoclassical

12.62 acres lot dim.

LINWOOD ESTATE

Linwood rests on 12.62 sprawling acres of pristine lakefront property in the beautiful gated community of magnificent, multi-acre estates called Conyers Farm. This enthralling Neo-Classic estate was built with the preservationist in mind with admiration and innate respect for the natural splendor of the land and its surrounding environs. Visual brilliance is evident throughout, most notably in the tiered gardens, stone embankments and myriad of footpaths. A trellised pool house with pergola and all south facing residence windows offer striking vistas of the sparkling, unspoiled waters of Lake Converse making this an ideal setting for gracious year-round entertaining. This home was recently featured as a New York Post Dream Home.

Completed in 1992, the entire property emanates a majestic presence while maintaining the charm and appeal of a country lakefront home. Each finely crafted detail was hand selected under the guidance of noted New York designer, Kenneth Alpert, utilizing inspirations from California. Built by world renowned New York architect and planner, Robert Lamb Hart, the estate radiates a unique individuality in both the spectacular grounds, carved out of virgin woodlands, and the palatial 12,560 square foot mansion, offering seven sublime bedrooms, seven luxury full baths and four designer half baths.

PROPERTY

Linwood rests on 12.62 acres of lakefront property. Its current original owner worked closely with renowned architect, Robert Lamb Hart and landscape designers, Mike Ceci and John King of Ceci Brothers Landscaping, to cultivate the home's surroundings with an acute respect for the pure and natural splendor of the land. Displaying ever-changing panoply of color, seen in layers of gardens and many beautiful specimen shrubs and trees, the rolling emerald lawns meander amidst lush forest foliage. Stone ledges and steps lead to seemingly endless woodland paths ideal for enjoying Nature at her finest. Nestled in a magical setting with mood lighting and views of the lake, an inviting Pebble Tec in-ground pool with intricately patterned brick patio offers a perfect spot for relaxation or visiting with friends on the veranda of the delightful pool house with everything needed for entertaining and casual dining.

LOCATION

Encompassing 1,500 pristine acres spanning from Greenwich, Connecticut to North Castle, New York, Conyers Farm is an ultra-exclusive enclave that includes some of the nation’s finest private residences. The property was originally owned by Edmund C. Converse, a founder of United States Steel, who consolidated 20 smaller farms into one large piece of property and named it Conyers, after the Old English spelling of his own name. In the 1980’s, the property was subdivided and developed by newspaper magnate, Peter Brant, into less than 100 individual estates ranging from 10 to 20 acres, including his own estate. Today, Conyers Farm is a gated community with two gate houses and mobile patrols providing 24 hour security, a world renowned Polo field and grandstand, club house, abundant forested acres and the serenely unspoiled 100- acre Lake Converse. The old Converse stone barn was converted a few years ago into The Brant Foundation Art Study Center. This stunning gallery showcases Brant’s vast collection of contemporary American art and is open by appointment and during polo tournaments.

Linwood occupies the second lot beyond the Connecticut state line on Cowdray Park Drive, accessible only through one of two gate houses, both located on the Connecticut side. Thus, a Connecticut mailing address is necessary to insure proper delivery of mail which all Conyers Farm residents have. Greenwich Avenue is known for its upscale shopping opportunities and is located about 8 miles south of Conyers Farm. Residents of the town associate themselves, almost exclusively with Greenwich for its broad range of local social, cultural, economic and entertainment opportunities.

There are approximately 50 private golf clubs within a 50 mile radius of the town of Greenwich. At about a mile from Conyers Farm, The Stanwich Club is the closest in proximity to the community and has ranked in the top 100 courses nationally. In addition, easy access to the Merritt Parkway makes the drive to Midtown Manhattan less than an hour drive. A 20 minute commute brings residents of Conyers Farm to the Westchester County Airport, which flies directly to most eastern cities and with connections, to all western cities. Additionally, Kennedy and Newark Airports are within an hour of Conyers Farm (plus or minus) in normal traffic.

RESIDENCE

Welcoming guests with a large circular courtyard and massive front portico, the residence opens through double doors into the enthralling two story foyer with a sweeping circular staircase. The inlaid limestone and wood floors are illuminated by a soaring California inspired window above the entry. Its design and height are echoed in the large windows seen throughout the home, many overlooking the lake. An elegant gallery running perpendicular to the foyer provides access to most of the first floor, which includes a ballroom-sized sunken living room with coffered ceiling, limestone fireplace over mantel and lake views, an imposing formal dining room with a magnificent cove-lit recessed ceiling embellished with a hand-painted mural. Central to the floor plan, a stunning two-story library with wet bar provides a perfect spot for a game of cards and flows from the living room into the Great Room. Aptly named, the two-story Great Room is flooded with sunlight through a soaring bay window that showcases gleaming hardwood floors and a second floor balcony. Two doors open to the delightful and spacious four-season solarium, with brick floors and built-in barbecue, plus access through a wide archway into the sun-drenched, custom crafted gourmet kitchen with its large center island. An exquisite mahogany-paneled study with lake views, an inviting guest suite with fireplace and private bath, and three powder rooms complete the first floor. The second floor includes three gorgeous bedrooms with baths en suite and the palatial, romantic master suite. This luxurious retreat offers a delightful sitting room with fireplace, a lovely master bedroom with French doors to a private balcony, ample closets, and two lavish designer baths offering every amenity for sublime comfort. Half-way between the two levels off a rear staircase, the generous two-bedroom, one bath caretaker’s suite is conveniently located.

Additional Features:

Attached three-car garage

Five family bedrooms, six full baths, four half baths

Staff quarters two bedrooms and one full bath

Private dock

Trellised pool house with pergola, fully equipped kitchen and bath

Water views

Slate roof

In-ground Pebble Tech pool and pool house fully equipped for casual dining

In-ground sprinklers

Landscaping by Ceci Brothers

German exterior doors by Tischler

Solid core doors throughout

Exquisite woodworking detail

Estate built by renowned architect, Robert Lamb Hart

Bluestone patio

Large Basement

Five fireplaces

Solarium with BBQ

Approved tennis court plans

Interior designed by Kenneth Alpert

Oil hot water heat

Central air-conditioning