KENJOCKETY
LLOYD HARBOR, NEW YORK
PROPERTY Located at the end of a private drive, this spectacular waterfront estate is oriented to the west presiding over glorious sunsets and long water views of Oyster Bay and Cold Spring Harbor. Perfectly situated high on a bluff with 500 ft. of sandy beach that is accessible by steps below, the natural beauty of the setting is matched by the artistry and design of Kenjockety’s Tudor design. Masterfully interpreted by the architect, Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue - the notable creator of the master plan for the California Institute of Technology and architect of Saint Bartholomew’s Church in New York City -- the residence was built as a wedding gift for Margaret Wooley Fleming and her husband Wilton Lloyd-Smith. It was completed in 1925 and served as a luxurious summer home. This estate has been restored to perfection. There is a 200-foot long pier with a deep-water dock. A dual greenhouse overlooks the dark grey marble dusted swimming pool with a bluestone surround that reflects the beauty of the flowering gardens. There is a comfortable updated one-bedroom cottage with a fireplace and laundry. A skeet platform has two skeet machines for clay target practice. There are tandem radiant heated attached garages for four vehicles and a new engineered concrete bulkhead with stone facing. For year-round comfort, the residence has a GeoComfort geothermal HVAC heating and cooling system. There is also domestic well water with a redundant public water backup system. LED lights provide crisp clear illumination throughout the interiors, and new gas lights add charm to the outdoor courtyards and terraces. An elevator operates to all levels of the home. A handsome red brick, ivy covered wall and pillars topped with gas lights announce arrival to Kenjockety. Wrought iron gates open to a drive graced by lush plantings that travels through a porte-cochere to an intimate walled bluestone courtyard with a centerpiece tree that welcomes guests to the stately residence. Crowned by a graduated slate roof, the captivating design includes groupings of restored leaded-glass steel case windows that are attributed to Henry Hope & Sons. Original decorative leaded copper gutters and downspouts and towering brick chimneys add interest to the composition. The inviting arched entryway is framed with limestone.
RESIDENCE The grand foyer features original paneling that wraps around the walls and flows up the graceful main staircase to a landing with stacked leaded-glass bay windows that bathe the interior with natural light. Adjacent to the landing, a piano room benefits from the stairway acoustics. The foyer’s polished marble floor with comfortable radiant heat reflects the beauty of the wood coffered ceiling. A fireplace adds ambiance to the hall, and French doors at the far end provide water views. The baronial formal living room has gleaming engineered red oak floors and a beamed ceiling. Three sets of French doors open to an expansive bluestone terrace overlooking broad lawns and gardens with unobstructed water views. Venetian plaster on the walls and ceiling adds texture, and mahogany paneling surrounding the fireplace adds sophisticated style. French doors open to an expansive winter garden room. The library has refined mahogany cabinetry and paneling, a parquet wood floor in an attractive Aremberg pattern, a hidden wet bar and powder room. The formal dining room is strikingly dressed for elegant gatherings with an original chandelier and a second chandelier that was artfully crafted to match.
Here, thoughtfully planned and well executed design marries luxurious form with practical function. Custom white cabinetry with polished nickel hardware crisply sets off a mahogany box-beam ceiling and an exquisite Italian ceramic tile floor with radiant heat. An island with a white marble top and butcher blocks has ample room for food prep and seating. There is a large Wolf range equipped for large-scale entertaining. Sub-Zero refrigerators and freezers are integrated into the design. The kitchen flows into the breakfast room with arch-topped French doors that lead to the back gardens. There is a butler’s pantry, a dumbwaiter and a food storage pantry. A receiving room/family room overlooks the front gardens, and a mud room with built-in closets is located off of the garage hallway.
The second level opens to a hallway with arched double doors that lead to the principal suite. The spacious and serene master bedroom has French doors that open to a balcony. There is a fireplace and two dressing rooms furnished with custom fittings. The spa-inspired en suite bath has a fireplace, radiant heated floors, a deep soaking tub and marble shower with several showerheads. On the opposite north axis of the residence there is a spacious den with a coffered ceiling and access to a bluestone terrace balcony with panoramic water views. There are four additional restful bedrooms with en suite baths and a well-equipped kitchen and laundry with top-of-the-line appliances and custom cabinetry. The third level opens to a spacious recreation/billiards and game room with a sophisticated audio/visual system. There are three bedrooms and two baths. One of the bedrooms is currently in use as an office. A large cedar closet with built-in drawers and shelves and additional storage areas complete this level.
Kenjockety is a magnificent Gold Coast waterfront estate that has been newly restored and updated for today’s luxurious living. All service, breaker boxes, wiring and plumbing is new. There are dehumidifier and water filtration systems. A fire suppression system has sensors throughout the ductwork, and it is smart technology enabled. Lovely Venetian plaster combines with masterfully crafted mahogany millwork throughout the residence. Stunning tilework and finishes enhance the kitchens and updated bathrooms. Low-profile invisible storm windows provide comfort and add to fuel efficiency. Built to last with structural steel encased with cement, the residence has 80% radiant heat with engineered flooring. Masterfully designed and constructed with timeless elements that have beautifully updated, it is a residence for luxurious living and gracious entertaining in a setting where nature’s waterfront beauty is available to enjoy.
MLS # 3273492. $12,900,000. A Masterpiece Collection Listing.
Bonnie Williamson Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence 631.427.6600, c.516.443.5958 bonniewilliamson@danielgale.com
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