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By Suzanne Bijou on August 22nd, 2011Enjoy this week’s tour of Mount Holly in Bedford.
A grand circa 1928 stone and shingled manor is the centerpiece of this bucolic country estate of 47.5 acres featuring an 80′ pool, guest house, staff building, collector’s garages and extensive equestrian facilities. Graced with extraordinary natural beauty and privacy, Mount Holly is one of the region’s most impressive offerings.
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By Anthony Cutugno on August 17th, 2011These days, luxury buyers have high expectations when searching for estate properties and attributes like beautiful architecture, great privacy and plentiful recreational amenities are all “must-haves” . But nothing sets a home apart like a classic estate garden where the artistry that is found within these spectacular homes spills out to the magnificent landscape. Here are a few examples taken from our luxury homes for sale that will make you green with envy.
Landscape and architecture blend to stunning effect at newly constructed Bedford House in Bedford where designer L. Scott Johnson used an astonishing collection of flowering plants, specimen shrubs and sparkling fountains to create this botanical paradise.
The late philanthropist Brooke Astor is believed to have planted over 30,000 daffodils on the hillside of her 65-acre country estate in Briarcliff Manor, Holly Hill , which boasts extensive formal gardens surrounding the Willian Adams Delano-designed stone manor.
Noted English landscape architect Simon Johnson created glorious gardens to complement this totally renovated 1930′s manor in Purchase, which is introduced by a graceful drive lined with linden trees.
For more information on these and other estate properties, please visit us at www.houlihanlawrence.com.
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By Anthony Cutugno on June 15th, 2011Now that the warm weather seems here to stay, it’s time to get outside and celebrate Summer. What better way to spend a sunny day than at a shimmering pool. Here are a few of our favorite pools from our collection of luxury properties for sale that will transport you to a vacation state of mind.
At Bedford House in Bedford Corners, the classically designed pool is surrounded by spectacular gardens and features a 1200 square foot pool house perfect for poolside entertaining.
When one pool house isn’t enough, you can enjoy the benefit of two matching pool houses at this circa 1920s estate in Purchase, where privacy is emphasized throughout the grounds. Formal English gardens, a tennis court and putting green are other special highlights.
Offering the amenities of a 5-star resort, there is a poolside bar, dazzling 62′ Shoreline pool, children’s pool and a Neo-Classical pool house at Windsor Court in Purchase.
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By Anthony Cutugno on February 24th, 2011High elevations don’t typically come to mind when thinking about Westchester County but our leafy, rolling terrain does in fact provide many hilltop locales that enjoy thrilling vistas of the scenic Hudson Valley.
Here are a few Westchester homes for sale that offer top-of-the-world views from their lofty perches.
Willow Hill in Katonah is a historic hilltop estate offering unobstructed vistas over the lush green countryside. Centered by a circa 1906 stone and shingle home, the hilltop oasis also offers one of the best values around with extensive outbuildings and the possibility for sub-division.
The Pinnacle at Conyers Farm lives up to its name as it occupies the highest point of the prestigious 1500-acre enclave, which spans both Greenwich, CT and North Castle, NY. Palatial in its scope and amenities, this lavish estate recalls the great chateaux of Europe.
Hightop in North Salem commands inspiring vistas across the entire Titicus Reservoir. The estate is cloistered on a large peninsula and includes a grand brick manor, a pool, pool house, guesthouse, caretaker’s apartment, an additional guest home and multiple garages.
Fourviews in Bedford is an imposing Colonial home that enjoys remarkable views that reach to Long Island Sound. Set atop one Bedford’s highest points, the totally private setting is surrounded on 3 sides by the unspoiled natural splendor of the 400-acre Mianus River Gorge.
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By Suzanne Bijou on January 24th, 2011This week’s featured video tour is of Devonshire in Bedford Corners.
A Rare 100-Acre Estate
An unforgettable backdrop for grand living and entertaining, Devonshire occupies one of the region’s most beautiful settings with 101 acres of lush tranquility, privately situated only 45 minutes from New York City. A fully restored circa 1901 Georgian Manor, gate house, guest house and equestrian facilities count among the many highlights.
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By Anthony Cutugno on April 9th, 2010Ready to saddle up? Newcomers to our area are often surprised to find that there are still a number of major equestrian properties within easy commuting distance to Manhattan.
Home to both small and large horse farms with miles of beautiful riding trails to enjoy, our region also hosts major equestrian events such as top-level competitions at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, the Goldens Bridge Hunt, the Millbrook Hunt and one of our favorite summer events, the Fitch’s Corner Horse Trials, held annually in Millbrook.
Whether you are a professional or simply like to ride, here are a few of the picturesque equestrian properties that make our area so special.
Three Ponds Farm – North Salem
A horseman’s paradise with an extensive barn complex, staff quarters and a charming house, this irresistible 57-acre setting offers a unique mix of meadows, forest, springs and three stocked ponds.
Beaver Dam Farm – Bedford
One of the few small equestrian estates in Bedford, this glorious 10-acre setting borders the Beaver Dam River and features a two-story barn, dressage ring designed by Lawton Adams and multiple paddocks.
Shannon Stables – Bedford
There’s room for over 35 horses at this professional-caliber facility set on 33 acres in Bedford’s historic Guard Hill area. Large stables, indoor and outdoor rings, a Grand Prix jumping course and 22 paddocks are among the many special features of this tranquil setting, only minutes from Bedford Village.
Winchell Mountain Farm – Ancramdale
On over 142 acres with views that stretch to the Catskill Mountains, this breathtaking setting hosts a Colonial-style Farmhouse, 16-stall barn, 10-stall summer barn, outdoor ring, jumping field, 13 paddocks and multiple guest and staff houses.
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By Anthony Cutugno on November 4th, 2009Looking to write the great American novel? Create the next Microsoft? Or simply enjoy a respite from a busy life? We recommend that you go to the “mountaintop” for some inspiration.
For those seeking peace, privacy and wondrous views, these special properties are sure to inspire great things.
Secluded in beautiful Catskill Park yet only minutes from nearby Woodstock, Ashokan House enjoys supreme privacy and sublime vistas over the Ashokan Reservoir, Shawangunk Ridge and Mohonk Mountain. A grand stone manse, stone carriage house and gymnasium share this exceptional hilltop setting, only 90 minutes from Manhattan. Contact Norm MacKay at Houlihan Lawrence’s Millbrook Brokerage for more information.
Fourviews in Bedford is aptly named for its dramatic views that reach out in every direction. Convenient to both Greenwich and Bedford Village, you can even see Long Island Sound from the spectacular pool and terrace modeled after Paradise Island’s famed Ocean Club. Contact David Oswald at our Bedford Brokerage for more information on this hilltop paradise.
You don’t have to travel far from Manhattan to enjoy thrilling hilltop vistas. At Tower Hill in Scarborough, cloistered on the grounds of the Sleepy Hollow Country Club, the views of the Hudson River and the New York skyline never cease to amaze. Only 45 minutes from Manattan. Contact Mary Madigan at the Houlihan Lawrence Irvington Brokerage for more information.
Fifty mile views that stretch to the Catskill Mountains are the main attraction at Point Of View Farm in Bengall, one of the Millbrook area’s premier properties centered by a Adirondack-style hilltop lodge with an authentic Scandinavian sauna. Contact John Friend at our Millbrook brokerage for more information.
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