Posts Tagged Bedford real estate


Video Tour of Bedford Estate, 90 The Narrows Road, Bedford Hills

0 Comments By Suzanne Bijou on November 28th, 2011
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Enjoy this week’s video tour of a Classic Bedford Estate, 90 The Narrows Road, Bedford Hills.

One of the most enchanting Bedford properties for sale, this elegant Colonial offers the perfect melding of location, landscape and architecture in a private and discreet setting. Situated in a premier estate locale along one of Bedford’s charming unpaved roads, the stunning landscape was designed by noted landscape architect Janice Parker complete with an oval terrace, pergola, oversized Shoreline pool and a separate garage.  Easy access to Bedford’s celebrated Bedford Riding Lane Association’s riding and hiking trails makes this one of the most coveted locales among Bedford, NY real estate.

For more information on this exceptional  property or other Bedford homes for sale, please visit us at www.houlihanlawrence.com.

In case you missed it, enjoy last week’s tour of The Willows, 82 Trinity Pass, Pound Ridge NY.

Video Tour of Historic Bedford Equestrian Estate

0 Comments By Suzanne Bijou on September 27th, 2011
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Enjoy this week’s tour of Sutton Corners Farm in Bedford.

Spectacular Sutton Corners Farm was built in 1879 when prominent New York art dealer, James Sutton, built this impressive Victorian manor for his bride, Florence Macy who was the daughter of famed retailing magnate, R. H. Macy.  One of the great country houses of the era, Mrs. Sutton lived at Sutton Corners Farm for over 50 years and the home continues to display the artistry and fine craftsmanship of its refined period roots. An extensive barn complex, a Lawton Adams-designed Olympic riding arena and access to Bedford’s 200+ mile network of beautiful riding trails are among the many highlights of this distinguished equestrian estate, ideally sited within the historic Guard Hill area.

For more information on Sutton Corners Farm and other Westchester properties for sale, please visit us at www.houlihanlawrence.com

Enjoy Our Winter Wonderland

0 Comments By Anthony Cutugno on December 29th, 2010
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Now that the snow has arrived,  it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the wonderful scenery for which our area is famous.

Whether it’s a  brisk walk along the Long Island Sound  waterfront,  communing with nature in the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation or cross-country skiing along the Old Croton Aqueduct Trailway, there are plenty of activities to  lure us off the couch and out-of-doors.

For some lucky residents, winter fun is right at their doorstep. Here are few luxury properties for sale that make it easy to enjoy the winter months.

Fourviews Aerial 150x150 Enjoy Our Winter Wonderland

Fourviews in Bedford offers miles of groomed trails perfect for hiking and snow-shoeing . Totally private, the beauty of this serene setting is magnified by the unspoiled natural splendor of the 400-acre Mianus River Gorge Preserve that surrounds the property.

Sky Blue Farm Skating Rink 150x150 Enjoy Our Winter WonderlandYou’ll never be bored at Sky Blue Farm in Millbrook where the recreational amenities rival those of a 5-star resort. Particularly remarkable is the lighted outdoor skating rink equipped with a separate chiller and Zamboni that is sure to become a popular spot for hockey enthusiasts and recreational skaters alike. And when it’s time to take a break, there’s a cozy viewing shed with a fireplace to keep everyone warm.

Will O Woods with lake 150x150 Enjoy Our Winter Wonderland

There’s nothing like the dazzling lake at Will O’ Woods in Croton-on-Hudson for outdoor fun. A  hub for entertaining  in the summer, the private 8-acre lake is perfect for skating parties in the winter. In addition to the two other ponds on the property, there are also great woodland trails and gentle hills for sledding that makes this the perfect spot for winter-time fun.

Defining Design for Homebuyers

0 Comments By Anthony Cutugno on May 5th, 2010
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Cedar Island Dining Room 150x150 Defining Design for Homebuyers

Cedar Island, Larchmont - Arts & Crafts Splendor

Urban sophistication or country charm? Traditional and classic or  streamlined and modernist?

Whatever your design preference, style-minded homebuyers have a wide array of options to choose from when looking for a home.

While it’s often the architecture that first attracts a buyer,  the home’s interior design can be equally engaging – helping buyers visualize their new environment.

Taken from our current inventory of luxury estates for sale, here are a few stunning interior spaces that are destined to inspire.

Crowfields Living Room 150x150 Defining Design for HomebuyersCrowfields is one of Bedford New York’s premier estates featuring time-honored architecture by Mott Schmidt and classically appointed interiors created by the legendary British design firm of Colefax & Fowler.

The Sanctuary Living and Dining Room 150x150 Defining Design for HomebuyersFrank Lloyd Wright would feel perfectly at home in the Great Room at The Sanctuary. Located in Bronxville, New York, it features iconic Mid-Century furnishings within a sleek, glass-wrapped framework.

Meadowdale Farm Living Room 150x150 Defining Design for HomebuyersIn Pawling, New York, the living room at Meadowdale Farm captures the spirit of elegant country living with a soothing palette and comfortable oversized furnishings.

Quarry Lake Living Room 150x150 Defining Design for Homebuyers

Nothing detracts from the views in the spare, clean-lined interiors of Quarry Lake, where the sense of serenity in Bedford, New York is reinforced by a delightful collection of Asian art and antiques.

Perfect Porches

0 Comments By Anthony Cutugno on March 17th, 2010
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Now that the sun has finally come out, it’s time to step outside and appreciate the surrounding natural beauty that makes our area so desirable.

Many of our luxury properties offer expansive outdoor porches and terraces with wonderful views - the perfect spots to enjoy the first days of Spring.  Here are a few of our favorite outdoor venues from our inventory of luxury homes for sale.

Sutton Corners Farm 150x150 Perfect Porches One of the most illustrious homes in Bedford, Sutton Corners Farm was built in 1879 by prominent New York businessman James Sutton – of Sutton Place fame – for his bride, Florence Macy – daughter of retailing magnate, R. H. Macy. Creator of  New York’s Central Park, Frederick Law Olmsted designed the landscape that they enjoyed from their ivy-covered porch, which still remains today.

West Wind Farm Rear Exterior 150x150 Perfect Porches The spirit of the Old South inspired the grand veranda at West Wind Farm, which looks over scenic Turkey Hill in North Salem, NY.  Anyone for Mint Juleps ?

 

 

Long Point Terrace 150x150 Perfect Porches

 Long Point in Rumson, NJ occupies a blissful spot on the Navesink River. When the weather warms up, the heated private pool, dock and sandy beach offer plenty of opportunities to enjoy this unique locale.

Stellar Stairs

0 Comments By Anthony Cutugno on February 17th, 2010
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In many homes,  the main staircase often represents a visitor’s first glimpse of the architectural splendor and decorative style that lies beyond.  

Many of our area’s most distinguished estates are introduced by beautifully-designed staircases that are truly works of art. Whether elegantly curved or boldly ornate, here are a  few staircases that guarantee an impressive arrival.

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Cassiobury in Bedford, a 1920s brick Georgian built with architectural elements reclaimed from one of England’s most important historic  houses, features a beautiful curved main staircase. It is a duplicate of the staircase taken from the original Cassiobury in England, the ancestral seat of the Earls of Essex, that was dismantled in the 1920s. The original staircase made its way to the Metropolitan Museum in New York City and is still on display today.

foyer 1 copy low res 150x150 Stellar StairsThe split staircase capped by a soaring ceiling at Rockledge in Rye offers a dazzling introduction to this newly constructed, majestically scaled home.

 

 

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The grand staircase at Devonshire in Bedford is highlighted by a Tiffany glass-domed ceiling, both original to the circa 1901 English-style country house set on over 100 acres.

 

 

Pool 2 150x150 Stellar StairsThe outdoor staircase at Fourviews in Bedford offers a striking approach to the oversized pool, patterned after the pool at Paradise Island’s famed Ocean Club Resort.

 

 

Foyer 150x150 Stellar StairsEntertaining on a grand scale can easily be accommodated in the entrance hall at Silver Oaks in Purchase, which spans 1300 square feet and hosts a magnificent floating staircase accented with hand-forged metal work.

Quarries, Quarries Everywhere!

0 Comments By Anthony Cutugno on August 27th, 2009
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While many people are attracted to our region for its natural beauty,  many don’t realize that some of our area’s crystalline lakes were actually active quarries in the first half of the 20th century.

Now filled with water, these “retired” quarries offer some of the most dramatic scenery around – offering a ruggedly beautiful landscape that is more expected in the Adirondacks than in such close proximity to Manhattan.

By happy chance, two of these spectacular properties are available right now.

In Dutchess County, eighty-acre Clearwater Farm in Wingdale sits on a private 10-acre lake, a former marble quarry that dates back to the 1800s. For details and more photos visit the website. Click below for a Video Tour.

Sitting on the edge of a former rose quartz quarry in Westchester County, Quarry Lake in Bedford celebrates nature with a striking modernist home that showcases the remarkable surroundings. For more information and additional photos of Quarry Lake visit HoulihanLawrence.com

Elizabethan England Thrives in Bedford

0 Comments By Anthony Cutugno on August 3rd, 2009
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One of the most interesting estates we are currently marketing for sale is Cassiobury in Bedford, a magnificent brick Georgian built with architectural elements reclaimed from one of England’s great historic homes.

The original Cassiobury House in Watford, England was the home of the Earls of Essex for more than 250 years and dates back to the 1500′s.

Cassiobury Front 300x196 Elizabethan England Thrives in Bedford

Cassiobury - Offered at $9,800,000

Once one of England’s great historic homes, sadly Cassiobury fell into disrepair and was torn down in 1927.  But much of the Elizabethan-era rose colored bricks, fireplace mantels, staircases and fine old woodwork were preserved and subsequently offered for sale.

England’s loss was our gain when some of  the bricks and antique woodwork traveled across the Atlantic and was incorporated into the classic Bedford house that stands today.

Set on almost 24 acres with twin gatehouses, a barn and pool, the Bedford residence offers 6700 square feet of classical beauty, completely renovated for 21st century living. From its stately facade crafted with 16th century bricks to its serenely beautiful grounds,   Bedford’s Cassiobury more than lives up to its illustrious roots.

Read more about Cassiobury on Britain’s  Country Life Magazine’s website,  the UK’s premier resource for luxury real estate.

For more information on Cassiobury, please contact Linda Gracie at our Bedford Brokerage, 914.234.9099, lgracie@houlihanlawrence.com, or visit us at www.houlihanlawrence.com for a preview of all our luxury listings.