By Tom Renner
Waterfront properties have attracted potential homebuyers for centuries. Whether it’s the recreational opportunities, the calming influence of living by water or a general desire to live on the coast, properties just steps away from Long Island Sound, the Connecticut River, or other bodies of water have generated timeless appeal.
These seven listings are among the cream of the crop in the region, and offer stunning appeal for people who seek waterfront access and views.
203 Hommocks Road, Larchmont, N.Y.
A majestic seven-bedroom estate with 3.32 acres presents breathtaking views of Long Island Sound while also offering gracious coastal living. Perched on more than 500 feet of prime waterfront, “Low Wood” offers resort-style grounds, privacy, luxury and turnkey living. The Georgian mansion includes 9,050 square feet with sun-lit spacious rooms, and a recent remodeling project added the latest in amenities. The property also sits close to commuter trains and a vibrant town village. Large windows allow generous light to flow into the home and provide scenic water views. Homeowners will enjoy the great outdoors on a private sandy beach with gazebo, dock, sweeping lawns and a heated Shoreline swimming pool. A two-bedroom guest house is also nestled into a garden on the property.
For more information: Marian Misad, 914.584.3035, Marian.Misad@juliabfee.com; Mary Hardy, 914.879.5336, Mary.Hardy@juliabfee.com.
Live a vacation lifestyle year-round at a spectacular waterfront home with private dock on prestigious Milton Point in Rye. The five-bedroom home offers water views from every room, and is just steps away from water. The homeowners can enjoy summer water sports right off their own deepwater dock, savor panoramic views from Playland to the western tip of Long Island Sound, cruise the coast, and skip over to Long Island for lunch. The home is designed for relaxed family living, and offers a memorable waterfront setting for grand-scale entertaining. The home’s striking contemporary design includes a double-height entry foyer, sunken living room, chef’s kitchen, media room with drop-down screen and secluded master suite. The house features 6,075 square feet and sits on 2.46 acres on exclusive Pine Island Road.
For more information: Fiona Dogan, 914-414-5147, Fiona.Dogan@juliabfee.com.
2 Parsonage Point Place, Rye, N.Y.
With nearly 8,000 square feet, six bedrooms, smart-house technology and waterfront access, this gem offers the best of everything. The parcel sits in a fabulous waterfront enclave. Inside, homeowners will find plush features throughout, including a home theatre, home gym/playroom and elegant office/study. Temperature, sound and lighting can be controlled with the touch of a fingertip. The home was built in 2001 and updated in 2015. New features include a sparkling Christopher Peacock kitchen and tastefully designed master suite. The beautifully landscaped property provides a great space for outdoor living, and includes two expansive stone patios, mature trees and gorgeous plants. Parsonage Point residents also enjoy access to a private park and a private beach on Long Island Sound.
For more information: Loretta Rapisardi, 914-522-5347, Loretta.Rapisardi@juliabfee.com.
19-21 Little Point St., Essex, Conn.
Tucked away on Connecticut’s coastline is a striking three-bedroom property that overlooks North Cove with views of the Connecticut River. The home is set quietly at the end of Little Point Street, and has been completely restored and renovated to marry traditional features with modern style. Updates include a new master wing, kitchen, and dining room with protected water views through floor-to-ceiling windows. French doors open to a balcony overlooking a sweeping lawn that leads to the Cove. The property also includes a greenhouse, dock with electrics and water, 300 feet of waterfront and Wagner pool with underwater lighting.
For more information: Colette Harron, 860-304-2391, charron@williampitt.com.
A beautifully renovated five-bedroom property situated in the highly sought-after Greenhaven community offers turnkey living with a unique blend of past and present. Elegant first-floor entertaining rooms feature wide-plank, hand-pegged oak floors that date back to the home’s original construction in 1941. Newer features include a breathtaking kitchen with multiple work stations and top-of-the-line appliances. A 1,000-square foot expansion in 2006 added a spa-like lower level cabana, summer kitchen, exercise room, enlarged family room/office/bedroom off the kitchen and a deck overlooking the pool. French doors lead to a bluestone terrace that overlooks an exquisitely landscaped property. The house also has a new roof, windows and mechanical system. The Greenhaven community includes private beach rights and water access.
For more information: Loretta Rapisardi, 914-522-5347, Loretta.Rapisardi@juliabfee.com.
42 Crosstrees Hill Road, Essex, Conn.
A mid-century modern masterpiece brings in views of the Connecticut River in Essex. Dutch architect Rem Huygens designed the home in 1975, and it was masterfully rebuilt by the current owner/agent. The million-dollar makeover includes custom vaulted and beamed ceilings, mahogany built-ins and cabinetry, and appliances by Wolf, Sub Zero, Dornbracht and Duravit. The home features three bedrooms, two and a half baths and a kitchen cooks will crave. Spectacular views of the Connecticut River abound throughout the spacious 3,200 square-foot home, which also features a magnificent deck with unobstructed views of the nearby waterway. Homeowners will also enjoy some unique details, such as self-closing drawers in the bedroom and heated floors and towel racks in the master bath.
For more information: Jack Meier, 860-805-6707, JMeier@williampitt.com.
101 Sutton Manor Road, New Rochelle, N.Y.
This stately six-bedroom Colonial sits at water’s edge and directly across from Sutton Manor Boathouse. The property offers stunning water views and is a short walk to the Boathouse, complete with dock, terrace, lockers, small beach and private park. The home sits atop a gentle slope, and includes a formal living room with stone fireplace, adjoining sunroom, butler’s pantry and formal wood-paneled dining room. The second-floor master bedroom includes a walk-in closet and full bath. The house offers 4,224 square feet on .33 acre. Gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the home, which also offers a paneled office, storage room and finished room on the lower level.
For more information: Alice Regan, 914-980-1675, Alice.Regan@juliabfee.com.
