The Incorporated Village of Poquott is a residential seaside community on Long Island's picturesque North Shore. Quiet, tree-lined roads wind north along Setauket Harbor to the long-paved and Belgian-block driveway of this magnificent waterfront property. Situated on 1.22 acres atop a vegetated bluff with steps to the beach, this property overlooks both Setauket and Port Jefferson Harbors, the Long Island Sound, and Connecticut. Ample guest parking, lush landscaping, specimen plantings, manicured lawns, and outdoor lighting, plus a spacious Pergola-covered patio with outdoor kitchen and wood-burning fireplace, create the perfect setting for gatherings under the sun, moon, and stars. Just 3.5 miles from Stony Brook University Medical Center and 16 miles from Long Island MacArthur Airport, this unique property is situated midway between Manhattan and Montauk.
WELCOME TO HERON'S COVE
This carefully designed home was constructed over a 2-year period and completed in 2012. It is a thoughtful combination of craftsmanship reminiscent of the 1920s style and today's "open concept" lifestyle. Constructed with only the finest materials, the roof is GAF Ultra Architectural shingle, cedar shingles are Teal red cedar, hurricane glass Loewen windows and French doors, and 400 AMPS electrical service. The house has a 10.35 Kw Solar Panel System with 3 electric heat pumps for the 3-zone Geothermal heating and cooling system, while a 1,000-gallon propane tank powers the instant hot water system, the radiant floor heating in the kitchen and all bathrooms, 2 interior fireplaces, the whole house generator, and fuel for the dual fuel Wolf range. A central alarm system, 16-zone Wi-Fi sprinkler system, whole house water filter, Savant smart home lighting and surround sound controls, along with other system controls, can all be found in the 12' x 24' mechanical room in the basement.
WHAT WE LOVE
With spectacular and ever-changing water views throughout the home and property, this home comes complete with glorious sunsets. Just steps to the water for fishing or clams, mussels and oysters. Great for kayaking and paddle boarders too. The Loewen windows and French doors ensure perfect quiet indoors. Architectural details, including an eyebrow window, cedar shingle and stone exterior, foyer with marble floor and elegant staircase opens to Living Room with fireplace, art frame television and French doors to the patio. The adjacent library / den with built-in window seat and shelves, and the Dining Room and Kitchen all feature high ceilings, multiple layers of mouldings, rounded archways, hardwood floors, and solid hardwood doors. Thoughtful planning features a second 20' x 23' Primary en suite with walk-in closet, 2 additional closets, and bath with long 2-sink vanity, walk-in shower, air bathtub, and water closet all on the main floor.
The beautiful hardwood floors continue throughout the first floor and the dining room offers open water views, a window seat with storage drawers, a cabinet and serving area with Alba Chiara Marble counter, and a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator and Sub-Zero ice maker.
The gorgeous Chef's kitchen features tea green painted Plain and Fancy custom cabinetry, Alba Chiara Marble counters, handmade and decorated tile backsplash, Wolf 48" dual fuel range with 4 burners, French cooktop and 2 ovens, Wolf microwave drawer, double sink, Bosch dishwasher, large island with 2nd sink, and side-by-side Sub-Zero refrigerator and Sub-Zero freezer. The cabinetry continues to the beverage station and features a Sub-Zero under counter refrigerator, a 2nd Wolf microwave drawer, and a large Fisher Paykel half dishwasher drawer. The same cabinetry continues to the computer station with shelves, drawers, and Alba Chiara Marble counter.
SECOND FLOOR
The second floor features an open 16' x 19' sitting room with a curved built-in window seat and storage drawers underneath, plus access to the primary en suite, powder room, home office / library, a second laundry and children's wing with continuous hardwood floors.
The primary en suite is reached through double pocket doors and leads to the bedroom with French doors opening onto a large balcony and a 2nd French door opening onto the side balcony for continuous water views. Ceiling light and fan, 2 closets and corner coffee station with under counter refrigerator in cabinetry complete the room which is adjacent to the walk-in closet with window and built-in drawers. Next is the bathroom with a large window, cathedral ceiling, marble floor, slipper tub, huge glass-walled shower, water closet, double vanities, high hats, and gorgeous chandelier.
Return to the hallway, pass the powder room on your way to the 18'6" x 12'5" home office/library with double pocket doors, vaulted ceilings, 2 windows overlooking Port Jefferson Harbor, fireplace, cherry desks and cabinetry, sconces and chandelier.
The hall to the children's wing leads to a 2nd laundry room with Samsung washer and dryer and 2 additional linen closets. Open the door to the third bedroom for a spacious room with 2 closets and a door leading to a small "junior" room. Another door leads to a large Jack and Jill bath with long 2-sink vanity, tub with shower and French Door to balcony, plus door to the fourth bedroom. The fourth bedroom is a spacious room with a walk-in closet, French doors to a separate balcony, and French doors to a "nursery". A real charmer!
