ELEGANT POST MODERN HOME ON TWO ACRES  

Built in 1992.

7,100 approximate square feet.

Architectural style: Colonial

2.35 lot dim.

Spectacular Residence in a Beautiful Setting

Borrowing from two cultures, this sprawling 7,000+ square-foot residence presents a unique and inviting architectural style all its own. What was originally a dramatic contemporary structure borrowing greatly from the style of American architect, Frank Lloyd Wright, with extensive use of beautiful millwork and soaring Prairie style windows, it has been masterfully renovated and enhanced with classic elements to remind one of an elegant Mediterranean villa with red tile roof and balconies adorned with sculpted balustrades. The interior is equally impressive with inlaid hardwood and marble floors, exquisitely crafted and extensive built-ins, radiant-heated floors, six bedrooms, five baths, one half-bath, and generously proportioned principal rooms – ideal for year-round entertaining on a grand scale. An expansive wraparound flagstone terrace, with outdoor kitchen and ample shade, is accessed from many rooms and offers breathtaking views of the magnificent, secluded 2.35-acre property with sweeping lawns, mature trees, colorful gardens and a perimeter of lush foliage. Located off a tree-lined cul-de-sac street in Old Brookville, this elegant home is just a few blocks from the LIE allowing for ease in commuting.

LOCATION

For well over a century, Old Westbury has been a favorite destination for Manhattan’s captains of industry and finance to make their home. Its gently rolling verdant hillsides are dotted with magnificent estates that testify of the love these men had for the beauty of the area. Convenient to major highways and railway, the area is approximately a half-hour commute to New York City.  Dotted with golf courses, a polo club, three major universities, and just a short drive from boating, museums, and premier shopping, the village is as appealing today as ever.

RESIDENCE

An inviting front terrace and double door entry welcomes guests into a dramatic two-story foyer with inlaid granite floors illuminated by a soaring wall of windows. An open, floating staircase provides access to the finished basement and to a second floor balcony. Granite steps lead down on each side of a wide credenza into the sunken great room. A stunning dual fireplace separates the spacious living room (enjoying views through a unique array of windows) from the den where a built-in media center and two walls of windows create a comfortable setting for relaxation. Inlaid hardwood floors flow between the two spaces, both served by wet bar located between them. Across the foyer, French doors open into the sun-drenched kitchen and into the banquet-sized formal dining room, offering inlaid marble floors, cove-lit tray ceiling, and French doors to the patio. The sleek gourmet kitchen features extensive granite-topped cabinetry, high-end appliances, a large center island with gas cooktop and seating area, a wall of windows, door to the patio, and a circular breakfast area with panoramic views of the rear property. A gallery off the foyer provides access to a marble powder room, guest closet, patio, and a service hallway accessing the staff quarters with bath en suite and the laundry room.

On the second floor, the palatial master suite enjoys a wing of its own. The master bedroom offers three exposures including opposing sets of French doors opening to two balconies. A cathedral ceiling presides over inlaid hardwood floors that extend around a dramatic raised-hearth fireplace encompassed on three sides by ample built-in closets. The lavish marble master bath offers two sinks, whirlpool tub, glass-enclosed shower, bidet, commode, and separate shower.

Three additional sunny bedrooms offer hardwood floors, ample closets, and French doors to the balcony. They share two marble and granite baths. The expansive finished basement provides ample space for entertaining with an immense recreation room, a full bath with steam shower, outside entrance, three walk-in cedar closets, and a boiler room.