LONG FIELD L O C U S T V A L L E Y, N E W Y O R K
PROPERTY A long drive set off by sweeping lush green lawns and regal old growth trees gently climbs to arrive at Long Field. This captivating and timeless estate features a stately two-story Georgian residence with six fireplaces, a two-bedroom cottage, a sparkling in-ground pool with pool house, a Har-Tru tennis court and a garage for six vehicles. The gardens are attributed in their design to the American landscape architect, Ellen Biddle Shipman. Her vision has reached maturity with hardscape that blends harmoniously with specimen plantings including cherry, weeping beech, dawn redwood and split leaf Japanese maple trees. Set on 10.10 manicured acres, this property evokes a sense of refined and gracious living. RESIDENCE Designed by the distinguished architect, Bradley Delehanty, the classically styled eight-bedroom residence was built in 1928. Exuding traditional elegance, it is unified by a Vermont slate roof, a red brick facade and windows dressed with bottle-green shutters. Surrounding the welcoming entry, a wisteria covered portico is set off by crisply painted white columns. The front door with pretty glass transom fan and sidelights leads to a vestibule that opens to an inviting and spacious center hall foyer. Gleaming pegged oak floors, classic arched and pediment topped door frames, French doors with views of a walled bluestone patio and garden, layered crown molding completed with a dentil profile and a gracefully curved staircase set the stage for this gracious home. Principal rooms surround the center hall. Natural light bathes the interiors. Custom millwork and period details add to the refined sensibility of each space. Elegant formal living and dining rooms are generously sized and beautifully scaled. Through oversized windows and French doors, they overlook lawns, gardens and bluestone patios that are perfect for entertaining. At the far end of the 43-foot long living room, a fireplace with an intricately carved mantle is flanked by French doors with transom windows that open to a covered bluestone patio. Ready for elegant gatherings, the baronial dining room has a fireplace, paneled wainscoting, three sets of French doors that open to the garden patio and attractive corner display cabinets. The handsome library is wrapped in raised pine paneling with built-in shelves and cabinetry. A fireplace provides warm ambiance during cooler months. Completed in 1987, the solarium is a magnificent addition to the home. With a ceiling that soars to nineteen and a half feet and oversized double-height Palladian windows oriented to south and west garden exposures, it is a light-filled room that blends formal and informal elements culminating in a spectacular space. Striking double-height fluted columns set off the seating and dining areas, and terra-cotta floors add beauty and warmth to the design. The large kitchen has a center island with seating, white cabinetry and a bright bay window.
The main staircase leads to an open landing and the luxurious master wing. This serene retreat features a large office that is currently furnished as a gym. An en suite marble bath has a jetted tub and shower, and there is a custom cedar closet. The sumptuous master suite is a spacious retreat. A fireplace with a lovely mantle featuring cherub figures is flanked by French doors that open to a balcony with panoramic garden views. There is an en suite bath and custom dressing closets. The second level is completed with an additional seven restful bedrooms, five baths and a laundry room. There is stair access to the third level.
Integrated into the flowering gardens, the sparkling pool has a bluestone and brick surround with areas for sunbathing, informal seating and alfresco dining. The ivy-covered red brick pool house complements the main residence’s architecture. It is a marvelous entertaining space that has a vaulted ceiling with skylights and a wood burning fireplace. Attached to the main residence, the two-bedroom cottage features a living room, kitchen and full bath. The Har-Tru tennis court is set off by an attractive arbor covered herringbone patterned red brick patio. Long Field is a timeless and well-appointed property offering a luxurious and refined lifestyle perfect for today’s living.
Locust Valley SD #3
Alexis McAndrew Real Estate Salesperson 516.759.4800, c.917.750.8939 alexismcandrew@danielgale.com
A Masterpiece Collection Listing. Photography by Frank Urso.
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