Posts Tagged NY


Video Tour of Historic Hudson River Mansion, 2 Beechwood Way, Briarcliff Manor

0 Comments By Suzanne Bijou on November 14th, 2011
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Enjoy this week’s tour of Beechwood, 2 Beechwood Way, Briarcliff Manor.

A unique opportunity to live in a grand Hudson River mansion, Beechwood is surrounded by 34 acres of parklike splendor, originally designed by legendary Central Park landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted.

Once the home of prominent financier Frank Vanderlip, and his wife  Narcissa Vanderlip, who was a co-founder of The League of Women Voters, Beechwood became one of the great estates of the Gilded Age and in the 1980s was converted into a distinguished town home community. Offered for sale at 2 Beechwood Way is one of only 3 residences that now occupy the original mansion. Within walking distance of the Scarborough rail station and only a 1/2 mile from the prestigious Sleepy Hollow Country Club, Beechwood offers carefree living in one of the nation’s historic treasures, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

For more information on this offering or any of our other luxury properties, please visit us at www.houlihanlawrence.com.

In case you missed it, here is last week’s video Tour of Bedford Country Estate, 332 South Bedford Road, Bedford Corners.

Video Tour of Waccabuc Country Retreat

0 Comments By Suzanne Bijou on October 3rd, 2011
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Enjoy this week’s tour of Waccabuc Retreat in Waccabuc, NY.

Bordering the golf course of the Waccabuc Country Club, this easy-living five-bedroom residence offers light-filled interiors, a dazzling Great Room with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, screened porch and a spectacular terrace and pool. On 3.8 gated acres, this estate enjoys a premier locale along a quiet country road in the heart of Waccabuc, one of Westchester’s hidden treasures.

For more information on Waccabuc Retreat and other luxury properties, please visit us at www.houlihanlawrence.com.

“Lights Out” in Rye

0 Comments By Gay Prizio on February 1st, 2011
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signed glove 150x150 Lights Out in Rye Lights Out is the new hit TV show on the FX Network and stars Holt McCallany, who portrays Patrick “Lights” Leary, a former boxer struggling with his identity.

Houlihan Lawrence’s listing at 10 Rockledge Road in Rye is used as the location for the main characters home.

Who would not want to reside in this exceptionally light and airy newly built stone and shingle Georgian Colonial?

It features 12,500 square feet of sophistication and elegance.  Highlights include grand double staircase, fine moldings, high coffered ceilings and eight fireplaces. The lower level has a home theatre, recreation room, wine cellar and gym, plus a 4-car garage.

10 Rockledge 150x150 Lights Out in Rye The Wall St Journal ran a featured article about the home, Rockledge Estate that tells the story of the filming of the show.

You can see the home on TV  Tuesday’s at 10pm, or feel free to take a look at the slideshow. This estate home is listed for sale at $6,985,000.

Video Tour of Elegant Masterpiece in Purchase

0 Comments By Suzanne Bijou on January 3rd, 2011
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This week’s featured Video Tour is Elegant Masterpiece in Purchase, New York.

Refined European Design
A beautifully planted & totally private setting envelops this sophisticated residence, highlighted by a grand veranda, pool & pool house. The graceful residence captures the best of European architecture with its pleasing symmetry, distinctive detailing and finishes, which delight throughout the home’s more than 7400 square feet of living space.

Sublime Surroundings

Towering old-growth trees and exceptional gardens highlight the beautifully-planted landscape, which was designed for outdoor enjoyment. The rear grounds, centered by the pool,  encompass a grand veranda fitted with media cabinetry, an outdoor barcecue and an extensive indoor/outdoor sound system.  An entertaining room and wet bar in the pool house further add to the exceptional amenities of this serenely beautiful estate, situated only 35 minutes from Manhattan.

Take the Video Tour.

Garrison Home for Sale

0 Comments By Gay Prizio on December 2nd, 2010
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The New York Times recently featured a House Tour of very special home for sale in Garrison, New York. The 5 bedroom, 5 bath home is located on a hilltop overlooking the Hudson Valley on 10 very private acres.

3031386 150x150 Garrison Home for SaleFor more photos and details on this hilltop home visit our website.

To schedule a showing, call the listing agent, Abbie Carey, in our Cold Spring office at 845.265.5500

Find out more about Garrison, N.Y. in our Town Guide.


Don’t Miss Shakespeare on Speed!

0 Comments By Suzanne Bijou on August 28th, 2009
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We all remember CliffsNotes. Well, this year the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival is translating the concept to theater by presenting The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) – 37 plays by Shakespeare in 97-minutes.

HVSF 150x150 Dont Miss Shakespeare on Speed!One of the most popular events at this year’s festival, this humorous take on the Bard’s classic plays is a perfect entertainment for a summer night, in one of the Hudson Valley’s most charming locales.

Performances take place outdoors at the beautiful Boscobel Restoration in Garrison, NY and run through September 6th.

For more information and tickets visit the website for Hudson Valley Shakespeare.