Belle Haven Area
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Belgian block lines the circular driveway and the side courtyard. This fabulous 1907 brick and stucco manor house has been totally renovated and restored to perfection for 2009 living by the renowned architect Allan Greenberg. Broad stone steps lead to the portico and there is a charming balcony, interesting oval and circular windows and widely overhanging eaves supported by fascinating, decorative brackets under the front gable. The interior detailing is a delight with handsome pilasters, elegant moldings, large-scale windows, nice panelling and beautiful oak and chestnut floors. A generous front door with divided sidelights opens to the splendid center hall, a large room with a beautiful broad stairway rising three stories with lovely continuous banisters, an arched and columned second-floor balcony, two period stained glass windows and one of two powder rooms. Wide archways with massive mahogany pocket doors lead to the gracious living room with a fireplace and columns separating it from the music room area as well as to the formal dining room with a fireplace and a seating area or children's dining area. The library with a fireplace has windows on three sides overlooking the grounds and the solarium with french doors has built-in bookcases. The center of daily life is the family room/kitchen with a fireplace, wide-board floors, top-quality cabinetry, a generous eating area, doors to the terrace with an electric awning, a butler's pantry and a mudroom/laundry adjoining the garages, plus there is also a solarium. Upstairs is a luxurious master suite with a fireplace in the sitting room, a serene bedroom, comprehensive closets, a Waterworks bathroom with a whirlpool tub and a steam shower, and a sunny balcony. There are five additional bedrooms with four bathrooms - one of these is a quiet wing ideal for guests. The finished lower level has a second laundry and endless play areas.
For the best in Greenwich, please contact David Ogilvy & Associates 203-869-9866. |
