By Tyler R. Morrissey
In the City of Rye, New York, resides the seaside community of Greenhaven. Adjacent to more than 150 acres of protected land, Greenhaven is nestled along picturesque winding roads leading to Long Island Sound, in a beautifully unspoiled landscape only 35 minutes away from New York City.
Less than two miles away is the lovely waterfront community of Shore Acres nestled on the Long Island Sound in the Village of Mamaroneck. Made up of approximately 200 homes, the Shore Acres community is best defined by wealth of sandy beaches and scenic shoreline that lead Mamaroneck Harbor and into the village of Mamaroneck. Despite offering two totally different lifestyles, both Greenhaven and Shore Acres share the exceptional Rye Neck school district as well as some fantastic properties.
527 Shore Acres Drive – Mamaroneck, New York
For more information: Rona Calogero, 914.806.0213, rona.calogero@juliabfee.com, Diana Schwatka, 914.450.2295, diana.schwatka@juliabfee.com
First we take a look at this classic 3,300 square foot Tudor located in Shore Acres, a small, sought-after waterfront community with its own beach club and marina on Long Island Sound. The house is spacious and filled with light through leaded glass windows. A living room with stone fireplace opens to a dining room, den and sunroom. The kitchen has been renovated to include a large island, pantry and counters with plenty of space for food preparation and more. There is a cozy guest room and bathroom that’s easily accessed by the kitchen. Four bedrooms on the second floor include a gracious master suite with a beautiful new bath. Outside, the property is nicely landscaped with a great stone patio for entertaining where you can enjoy the breezes that come right off the water.
624 Oakhurst Road – Mamaroneck, New York
For more information: Rona Calogero, 914.806.0213, rona.calogero@juliabfee.com, Diana Schwatka, 914.450.2295, diana.schwatka@juliabfee.com
Just steps to the beach, marina and sparkling pool of the Shore Acres Club, this stunning center hall Tudor has the classic look and features of a 1930s home with the high-quality updates for today’s living. Nine-foot ceilings and an abundance of new windows make this house particularly spacious and bright. The gourmet kitchen is a dream for cooking and entertaining with two Miele dishwashers and two Thermador ovens. A gently sweeping staircase leads to an elegant second floor landing, three large bedrooms and a huge master suite with water views of Mamaroneck Harbor. The master bedroom also includes fantastic custom closets and a gorgeous marble bathroom.
2 Douglas Circle – Rye, New York
For more information: Judy Croughan, 914.262.5323, judy.croughan@juliabfee.com
If you are looking for a resort-like lifestyle with fantastic amenities within commuting distance from Manhattan, look no further than this sleek and modern, five-bedroom home. Exquisitely landscaped grounds make for an outdoor oasis that evokes a five-star getaway. Highlights include a 20 x 40 foot heated pool and an outdoor cabana featuring an open-air room with high ceilings, mahogany flooring and an outdoor shower. There’s also a bathroom and changing room for guests and a bar. Additional outdoor amenities include a peaceful koi pond, as well as a fire pit to keep the party going well into the summer night.
4 Walden Lane – Rye, New York
For more information: Penny Weiner, 914.815.2656, penny.weiner@juliabfee.com
We head back over to Rye to take a look at this impressive, center hall, brick Colonial. Graciously sized rooms welcome you as you walk through the living room, which extends into a wall-to-wall windowed family room. The great room and fully outfitted chef’s kitchen offer extra space for dining and family gatherings. An added bonus to the kitchen is a spacious butler’s pantry for your storage needs. Upstairs, you will find four en-suite bedrooms, which include a serene master suite.
10 Sound Road – Rye, New York
For more information: Loretta Rapisardi, 914.522.5347, loretta.rapisardi@juliabfee.com
We end our in-depth look at the Greenhaven/Shore Acres area with this magnificent private estate in an idyllic seaside enclave on Long Island Sound. This light-filled English Tudor home is set on an exquisitely landscaped acre with a stunning heated pool and spa and expansive terraces for entertaining with a built-in grill, wine fridge and outdoor stone fireplace. The interior seamlessly combines classic architectural elements with every modern amenity for today’s lifestyle. Handsome formal rooms are complemented by a fabulous family room and a superbly equipped chef’s kitchen overlooking the backyard and pool. The sumptuous master suite has a private balcony, spa bathroom, dressing area and plenty of closet space, which only enhances this property’s laid-back atmosphere.
