L’Abri STO N Y B R O O K , N E W YO R K
L’Abri a re fi n e d retrea t.
In the historic and highly desirable Head of The Harbor, prominently situated on a bluff overlooking Stony Brook Harbor with clear views to Connecticut, L’Abri beckons. A shingle-style masterpiece with stone accents and columns, L’Abri is crafted of the finest local and imported materials, to create a landscape all its own. Built in 2002 with no expense spared, this magnificent home is approached by a long driveway, past the private guesthouse. The arched, pedestrian porte cochere welcomes you to the entrance courtyard featuring a custom fountain and flagstone paving. Mahogany doors open to the dramatic marble entrance hall, with a sweeping main staircase with cherry railing. Stately mahogany windows featuring the cremone bolt add texture and sophistication to this space. The sunken living room features cherry floors and double height windows offering soaring views of the lovely, waving marshland and harbor. The mahogany library features superb millwork with a coffered ceiling and an inviting woodburning fireplace. Mahogany pocket doors open to the elegant dining room with coffered ceiling and 4 corner breakfronts. The mahogany chair rail features a rich Provincial stain, adding warmth and sophistication to this space. The spacious, light-filled, porcelain-tiled eat-in kitchen that opens to the family room with a welcoming fireplace with granite surround is a gourmet’s delight. The butcher block island with a prep sink means business and the 48” six-burner Viking stove with griddle is set off by a lovely back splash mosaic. Granite counters on the breakfast bar and bronzed brass finished accessories give a French country flair to the capacious custom storage armoire. A butler’s pantry includes built-in cabinetry. The room features access to the 5-stop elevator, the powder room and a backdoor with access to the two-bay garage.
Four upstairs bedrooms each has its own charm and efficiencies with the heating system recessed in the ceiling millwork and cherry flooring. A stunning bay-windowed room with nautical accents offers a welcome retreat and unparalleled views out its three windows. Creative accents including musical and nautical stained-glass windows add character. A cedar closet and unfinished storage space add high function to this floor. Down a half stair an additional bedroom with an en-suite threepiece bathroom and two closets, and a hallway linen closet complete the space.
The nautical elements culminate in an astonishing spiral staircase which leads to the crows nest, and a finished deck with 180 degree-views of the harbor. It’s a magnificent celebration of this extraordinary house and this stunning view of the Sound, the harbor and it’s estuaries banked by waving native grasses and a meandering coastline.
Down a spiral staircase, the basement offers more living space with 8’ ceilings and rooms to spare. Mechanicals are easily accessed and include a Culligan water treatment system, air filters, and a 60 kw generator. The space includes a 350-bottle wine refrigerator in a tasting room, and double doors opening to additional unfinished space suitable for a playroom or theatre. The gym features a TV, mirros and a padded floor and down the hall a fully electrified work shop with storage for every tool. The hall continues to the endless lap pool with honeycomb flooring and a full 3-piece bathroom. Double doors open to the spacious potting shed, which includes outdoor access. This is a house for all seasons.
Nestled in a hollow on the property is a lovely guesthouse, featuring a kitchenette, comfortable open concept living and dining room, and a bedroom with full bath. The welcoming space is reached by flagstone steps to the cedar front porch, a place of relaxation and contemplation.
The public space hallway seemingly ends in an elegant gallery, yet reveals hidden doors to the elegant master suite with cherry flooring and French doors to the private terrace. Stunning views of Long Beach with distant views of Connecticut are a highlight of this barrel-ceiling oasis filled with luxury and necessity. Two bathrooms with a water closet and sink are kept private with pocket doors while the marble bathroom features a rain head show and marble countertops with crystal wall sconces flanking the mirror. The dressing room includes generous storage in the marble-topped center island, with 3 ½ continuous walls of builtin storage and rods. Down the hall is the laundry room and guest suite with a sunny sitting room and en suite bedroom with a walk-in closet. Barrel ceilings add height and drama to this suite and a private deck features garden views.
Three Village SD #1
Carol Russell
MLS# 3154705
Real Estate Salesperson o.631.689.6980
A Masterpiece Collection Listing.
c.631.786.6787 carolrussell@danielgale.com
Stony Brook Office 1067 Route 25A Stony Brook, NY
danielgale.com
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