Commanding Coastal Estate

Commanding Coastal Estate Rye, New York

From shimmering sunrises to starlit evenings, every day at this extraordinary waterfront estate unfolds as a series of new experiences. An ever-changing pageant of pleasure craft and sailboats skims the waves; shorebirds dive and flit among the grasses; clouds of every shape and color gild the horizon. Even Playland’s fireworks can be seen exploding across the night sky. Panoramic views sweep from Port Chester Harbor and Greenwich CT, past Great Captain’s and Little Captain’s Islands, across Long Island Sound to Manursing Island – all to be enjoyed from a myriad of vantage points indoors and out.

This grand Shingle style home sits atop one of the highest elevations on Long Island Sound—protected, private, and imposing. With 4.53 waterfront acres and every

conceivable amenity, the property is the pinnacle of year-round luxury. This country retreat provides quiet seclusion and serene environmental beauty, located just 35 minutes from Manhattan’s glamour and excitement. The chic towns of Greenwich, CT and Rye, NY – known for their high-end stores and fine dining – are 5 minutes away; Westchester County Airport is 15 minutes away.

The property itself is rich in history: the peninsula and island were once the dock for the Oyster Bay – Rye ferry. The original stone bath house, now restored, dates back to the 1800s. Before its current transformation, the property was known as “Overlook.” It is available for the first time in over 20 years.

The 6 bedroom, 6.3 bath home was designed for the current owners by renowned architects Shope Reno Wharton and built with meticulous attention to detail by national award-winning builders Hobbs Inc. No expense was spared to craft a masterpiece with the highest regard for esthetics, functionality, and the incomparable setting.

The spectacular outdoor amenities provide a complete private playground for luxurious living and talk-of-the-town entertaining. From the specially constructed tennis court sited a serve away from the sea, to the pool, spa, and lavishly equipped pool house, every leisure and pleasure activity is enjoyed against a backdrop of open water views. The two-sided dock extending from the peninsula into sheltered harbor waters comfortably accommodates 45 ft boats, and has a 5 ft draw at low tide.

With more than 2,100 sq ft of open and covered space, the expansive maintenance-free Ipe deck invites partying on a grand scale. Up to 200 guests can mingle, dine, and savor remarkable views all the way across the Long Island Sound. Eight industrial strength glass skylights embedded in the deck look down to the indoor pool below – a feature that is quite a conversation point! A section of the deck railing can be removed to provide the ultimate tee shot out towards the water’s edge. Fore!

A 3-bay garage housing 6 cars features arched carriage house doors. It is positioned so as not to detract from the front of the house with its rotunda-like sweep, stately columns, and rustic stonework.

As elegant and sophisticated as it is warm and inviting, the home combines gracious formal rooms with comfortable casual ones. Thoughtfully designed architecture showcases the exceptional setting with water views from almost every room. A central feature is the stunning hallway with its beautiful barrel ceiling and subtle cove lighting; it passes through an oculus with an inlaid compass marking the center point of the house.

Coffered and domed ceilings, exquisite cherry and mahogany millwork, and the finest custom finishes are among countless exceptional details throughout.

The richly paneled family room is a much-admired highlight, open to a light-filled gallery library accessed from an antique French spiral staircase. What better place to curl up with a book, looking out over the waters and down into the hub of the home!

Formal parties and holiday celebrations are hosted in the magnificently proportioned dining room – large enough to seat 30, yet readily adapted to more intimate dinners. A frameless glass wall provides a full and delicious view into the temperature controlled wine room, with mahogany built-ins for approximately 1,200+ bottles.

The expansive walk out lower level, completed in 2004, is a year-round spa and recreation center with an 8-person sauna, gym, entertainment room, and splendid indoor pool. Custom tiled with inlaid mosaics, the pool sparkles beneath arched mahogany beams that evoke the struts of a ship. The eight skylights in the deck above flood the room with natural light, and multiple French doors offer tranquil harbor and Sound views.

$22,000,000 Rye, NY 10580 Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty 49 Purchase Street, Rye, NY 10580 juliabfee.com

For more information, contact: Christy Murphy

Ellen Stern

c: 914.262.7123 christy.murphy@juliabfee.com

c: 914.584.9854­ ellen.stern@juliabfee.com

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