My Neighborhood

—MANHASSET—

Manhasset Valley Park

Picture Perfect

WHEN I first came to Manhasset, I thought it looked like a picture-book town,” says Dr. John Procaccino, who arrived in the Long Island hamlet for an internship at North Shore University Hospital in the 1980s. Three decades later, he still finds Manhasset picture perfect.

Procaccino met his future wife, Elizabeth, during his internship and, after a brief stint away, the couple returned to the idyllic North Shore destination in 1992 to settle and raise their three children.

“The community is very conducive to raising a family,” Procaccino says of Manhasset, which he praises for its welcoming vibe and active, civic-minded population. “People tend to be nice, outgoing, and helpful,” he notes. What’s more, “You have proximity to great beaches, water, golf, pleasant neighboring towns, and New York City (a half-hour ride away by train).”

—Bernadette Starzee

TALK OF THE TOWN

Procaccino describes Manhasset’s downtown as “a slice of Americana.” Surrounding the Long Island Rail Road station and Plandome Road, the town center boasts a lively blend of stores and restaurants, including an ice cream shop, bakeries, and the Manhasset Cinemas (430 Plandome Rd., 516.304.5930), a historic theater that is nearly 100 years old and notable for its Art Deco architecture.

The local community takes pride in its town center, gathering downtown for events like the annual Memorial Day Parade. “I find it heartwarming to see everyone, young and old, show up on the main street for the parade,” he says.

NATURE NURTURE

Another aspect of Manhasset that makes it appealing to families is the wide variety of programs children and teens can participate in, from athletics to the arts. Manhasset Valley Park has fields for lacrosse, softball, and Little League, as well as treelined paths where residents can enjoy nature. There’s tennis and swimming at the historic

Strathmore Vanderbilt

Country Club.

The nearby not-for-profit

Science Museum of Long

Island at the Leeds Pond Preserve offers hands-on science programs and field trips for kids of all ages on subjects ranging from beach and woodland ecology to maple sugaring. (1526 N. Plandome Rd., 516.627.9400)

LET’S EAT

For dinners out, Procaccino recommends Schout Bay Tavern (118 Plandome Rd., 516.627.2190), a gastropub with the old Dutch name for Manhasset Bay that serves salads, soups, and seafood. He also likes Cipollini (2110C Northern Blvd., 516.627.7172), which serves “Northern Italian dishes in an upbeat atmosphere.” Another favorite is Toku (2014 Northern Blvd., 516.627.7121), known for its modern Asian-fusion fare.

Both Cipollini and Toku are located in the Americana Manhasset,

Strathmore Vanderbilt Country Club

an open-air shopping center that is part of an upscale retail corridor along Northern Boulevard.

EASY ACCESS

With direct service via the Long Island Rail Road’s Port Washington line, Manhasset residents can reach Manhattan’s Penn Station in just 27 minutes. “In my New York–centric point of view, I believe

the center of the world is Manhattan,” Procaccino says. “To raise your children in a suburban setting and still be able to expose them to all the amazing aspects of New York City is a huge advantage.”

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A CROWN JEWEL OF THE NORTH SHORE | Nissequogue | $10,600,000 Inspired by the Governor’s Palace in Williamsburg, Virginia, this notable estate was completed in 1935 and remains a crown jewel of Long Island’s fabled North Shore. Commanding nearly 11 level, waterfront acres overlooking the Long Island Sound, Somerset enjoys an unassuming approach that leads to the end of a long, private road adjacent to the lush David Weld Sanctuar y; a tranquil, wooded nature preser ve. Web # 3262013.

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STUNNING WATERFRONT CONTEMPOR ARY | Setauket | $7,999,999 A modern masterpiece with light-filled open living spaces and floor-to-ceiling windows that capture the most magical water and sunset views. This home is situated on 2.5 acres with infinity edge heated saltwater pool, fully navigable dock and approximately 185 feet of waterfront. Enjoy magnificent views from ever y level of this approx. 10,684sf, 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home. A true entertainer’s paradise with private wine cellar, home theater, chef’s gourmet kitchen and so much more. Web # 3384525.

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WHERE LUXURY COMES TO LIFE | Sands Point | $7,495,000 A haven in Sands Point that celebrates the ultimate in waterfront living. This magnificent, 3.86-acre estate is your ticket to a luxe retreat without ever leaving home. The vibe is effortlessly casual glamour. With bewitching views and year-round sunsets, the approx. 8,073sf home offers a floor plan that is spacious, sophisticated and timeless. The resortinspired amenities include sandy beachfront, deep water dock, seaside pool with pool house, expansive lawns, tennis court with tennis house, movie house and even separate quarters for your canine guests, complete with dog run. The property is hedged and gated for complete privacy. This is a lifestyle that outshines all others. Web # 3414020.

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COBBLE COURT | Glen Cove | $9,950,000 A true Gold Coast waterfront estate on shy 9-acres, Cobble Court offers direct access to private sandy beach (with Association fee) on the Long Island Sound and unparalleled water views from all principal rooms. The all-brick, Normandy chateau-style manor home with Ludovici tile roof has been lovingly updated for 21st-centur y living by its current owners while maintaining its exquisite period detail. Web # 3349696.

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A MAGICAL SETTING | Sands Point | $7,500,000 A one-of-a-kind waterfront estate with dock, sandy beach, tennis court and gatehouse. Known as “Wildbank,” this extraordinar y sanctuar y sited on approx. 2.6 gated acres is centered on a wonderful approximately 6,000sf main house with 4 stories of living. High ceilings, oversized rooms, expansive outdoor terracing and a balcony positioned perfectly to capture the magnificent and dynamic views of the New York City skyline and year-round sunsets. Web # 3302358.

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A SANCTUARY WITH ALL THE AMENITIES | Sands Point | $3 ,650,000 Offering versatility, comfort and catering to the needs of its inhabitants, this is a home designed to celebrate modern life: living, playing, entertaining, resting, retreating. Meticulously conceived and styled, each room is generous in size and offers appointments and amenities that balance style and functionality and elevate ever yday living. The striking, approx. 3.18-acre property is a languorous expanse showcasing exquisite gardens, a stunning saltwater pool, tennis/pickleball court and pathway to the private beach with rights by membership. Web # 3393594.

CLASSIC COLONIAL ON 3 LUSH ACRES | Sands Point | $3 ,500,000 As soon as you walk through the front door at 3 Barkers Point Road, you know you’re home. This is a house where ever yone feels welcome. Stunning, all brick and flooded with light, one cannot help being impressed with the living space and wonderful updates throughout. Five bedrooms, 4 full and 2 half bathrooms. Sited on 3.02 exquisite acres with approved subdivision, barn and with Half Moon Beach rights with dues. Web # 3383216.

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PENTHOUSE RESIDENCE AT THE RITZ-CA RLTON | North Hills | $2,450,000 This incredible 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom penthouse residence at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, North Hills features an open floor plan, with hardwood floors throughout. A gorgeous chef's kitchen with Sub-Zero & Wolf appliances is ideal for anyone who enjoys gourmet cooking. A fabulous gas fireplace keeps the living room warm and cozy. This residence features a balcony to relax outside. A backup generator allows residents to not be inconvenienced by power outages. The Ritz-Carlton Residence lifestyle amenities include 24-hour concierge and valet, theater, fitness center, indoor and outdoor pool. Car ser vice to railroad and only 20 miles from Midtown. Web # 3428171.

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GR A ND GEORGIA N COLONIA L | Kings Point | $5,250,000 Pristine and renovated brick Georgian Colonial sitting privately on over an acre of exquisitely landscaped property. Featuring 6 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, in-ground heated pool with bluestone patio surround, outdoor kitchen, exquisite front yard with circular drive accessing attached 3-car heated garage, radiant heated floors and much more. A melding of contemporar y and traditional styles throughout creates an elegant simplicity to the rooms with easy flow, high-end finishes and stunning craftsmanship ever y where. Web # 3399905.

STONE A ND STUCCO CHATEAU | Mill Neck | $3 ,975,000 Incredible stone and stucco gated Colonial, custom built, and located on over 5 private, beautiful and wooded acres in the heart of The Village of Mill Neck. Elegance and class radiate throughout the home that features grand-sized rooms and exquisite detailing within ever y inch. High ceilings, balconies, tons of natural light through walls of windows, custom marble mantles on fireplaces, radiant heated floors, full basement with theatre and outside access, Olympic-sized, inground pool and delightful pool house. Web # 3414282.

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SUMPTUOUS CUSTOM-BUILT BRICK COLONIAL | East Williston | $2,589,000 Situated on approx. .41 acres in the heart of East Williston. With over 4,600sf of living space, the home offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including a primar y bedroom with 2 walk-in closets and resort-like en suite. The back of the home is flooded with natural light and allows for a perfect view of the oversized back yard. Large, walk-up attic and basement for plenty of storage. Web # 3414812. Stephen DeFranco, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, O: 516.354.6500, M: 516.697.3407, stephen.defranco@elliman.com; Michael Furino, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, O: 516.354.6500, M: 516.459.6246, michael.furino@elliman.com

ELEGANT COLONIAL ON PARKLIKE PROPERTY | Hewlett Harbor | $2,399,000 Grand, approximately 6,200sf home tucked away on over an acre of magnificently manicured property with pool and koi pond. This home has 7 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, spacious rooms, 4-car heated garage, elevator and more. Make this your dream home. Web # 3427084. Ronnie Gerber, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, O: 516.623.2776, M: 516.238.4299, ronnie.gerber@elliman.com

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LU XURY, PRESTIGE A ND CON VENIENCE | Manhasset | $1,249,000 Welcome to “The Greens” exclusive community. This stately, classic-style brick condo impeccably maintained offers 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and patio overlooking North Hills Golf Club. Web # 3420494. Matthew Korman, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker, O: 516.466.2100, M: 516.318.3760, matthew.korman@elliman.com