A rare opportunity to own a spectacular village estate on over one and one half acre of glorious property. Always admired, unsurpassed in location and setting, it stands as architect Lewis Bowmans crowning achievement.The exterior illustrates Bowmans dramatic interpretation of English architecture- tapestry brick in herringbone and diamond patterned design, clusters of handsome chimneys, a heavy textured slate roof, gables, expansive leaded windows and his enchanting use of half -timbers.Behind a handsome pillared stone wall and mature rhododendrons, a wide circular drive leads to the prestigious entrance. Inside, the broad reception hall introduces stunning principal rooms of beautiful authenticity. The sensational step-down living room is adorned with a beamed ceiling, limestone fireplace, oak paneled walls and broad leaded windows. Beyond, a solarium with three walls of arched leaded windows and doors opens to the fabulous terrace embracing the entire rear of the house. From the reception hall beautiful arched double doors lead to a magnificent walnut paneled library with period fireplace and a gorgeous dining room with expansive windows overlooking the sprawling property. A delightful morning room, again with arched leaded windows and original tile floor is adjacent to the library, as well as to the well equipped eat-in kitchen. Off the kitchen is a rear mud room/service entrance, back stairway to the 2nd floor and entrance to the garage. A cloak room and powder room off the main hall serve the 1st floor. Upstairs there are three en-suite double bedrooms, a smaller bedroom, plus a lavish master suite with dressing room and bath. In addition, the 2nd floor has servants quarters consisting of two rooms and a bath with a back stairway to the first floor.The lower level is spacious with a finished playroom with fireplace, ½ bath, laundry, abundant storage rooms and utilities.The property is fabulous with swimming pool, an expansive terrace with sitting walls, formal gardens, gazebo and enchanting garden shed. A generous driveway serves garaging for four cars. This outstanding new offering is just moments from town, transportation and Bronxvilles renowned schools.
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