HARBOR TORRE
LOCATION
The Village of Mill Neck, NY is nestled on the North Shore of Long Island just thirty-five miles east of Manhattan and minutes from the Town of Oyster Bay. The area offers fine dining and shopping, cultural venues and a luxurious lifestyle where Oyster Bay Harbor and the Long Island Sound can be enjoyed.
PROPERTY
Harbor Torre is a magnificent waterfront estate set high on 1.7 landscaped acres, presiding over glorious panoramic water views of Oyster Bay Harbor. For water sports, such as sailing and kayaking, a private gate opens to approximately 206-feet of waterfront for convenient access to the harbor and the Long Island Sound beyond. A drive, bordered with attractive stone gullies and adorned with mature plantings, opens to a welcoming courtyard that introduces the stately six-bedroom residence, comfortable twobedroom cottage and three-bay garage with an expansive loft above. The sparkling heated in-ground marble-dusted saltwater swimming pool features a bluestone and red brick surround for sun and al fresco dining. An evergreen Manhattan Euonymus privacy hedge, carpet of grass and flowering Kousa Dogwood grace the lovely swimming pool garden. While celebrating the character of its original 1898 design, this turnkey estate has been meticulously renovated and tastefully updated to today’s luxurious standards. Harbor Torre has a peaceful beauty and calm aesthetic with an emphasis on indoor-outdoor waterfront living. The soothing presence of Oyster Bay Harbor invokes tranquility throughout the estate.
RESIDENCE
Masterfully designed with classic details, the impressive residence is clad with freshly painted cedar shingles and tailored with crisp white trim. Covered verandas and the first level elevation feature copper roofs. The attractive columned portico and front entry open to a foyer and gallery hall that runs along the front axis of the residence. The foyer’s polished wood flooring with a herringbone design, refined custom moldings and gleaming mahogany doors with intricately carved decorative pediments set a gracious tone. Just off the entry foyer, there is a convenient wet bar with a Marvel wine refrigerator and ice maker. An intimate study has a cozy fireplace with a blue tile surround. Oriented to the east, beautifully proportioned principal rooms with ceilings approximately 9.5 feet tall, feature fireplaces with updated mantles, wide plank wood flooring and custom moldings.
Oversized picture windows invite serene water views and natural light into the interiors. Sophisticated restraint is woven into tasteful details and stylish finishes throughout. While rooms flow easily from one to the next, the formal living and dining rooms can be separated by mahogany pocket doors. For outdoor entertaining, the elegant formal dining room has access to a tremendous bluestone terrace. Benefiting from the natural slope of the property, the terrace has long water views and room for several furniture groupings.
A fireplace with a wood mantle and expertly crafted floor-to-ceiling display shelves dress the handsome library. Sliding doors with sidelights provide access to a wonderful covered veranda overlooking the harbor. The family room and kitchen are combined into a warm and inviting space with superb finishes, water views and access to both the bluestone terrace and a relaxing veranda.
Well-equipped with Wolf, Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances, the chef’s kitchen features white custom cabinetry and exquisite natural Cristallo Quartzite countertops and backsplashes. A large island has extra storage and seating for five. Glass-front cabinetry for china and stemware and storage drawers furnish the butler’s pantry. Cristallo Quartzite surrounds the fireplace opening in the lovely light-filled family room, and an informal dining area sits below three windows with commanding water views. Accessed from the front gardens, a dressing room/bath with a stacked washer/dryer, shower and radiant heated floor is a convenient amenity for the swimming pool area. A home office overlooks the swimming pool and garden. A luxurious bedroom has a picture window with water views and a spa-inspired en suite bath. An elegant powder room completes this level.
The second level is accessed by either the main or back staircase. Both staircases have an eye-catching inspired variation of a craftsman style balustrade. Windows with pretty crisscross mullions sit above the stairway landings. With water views, the lavish primary suite is a sumptuous retreat. It features custom fitted dressing closets with jewelry-like hammered hardware and a luxurious en suite bath with a freestanding deep spa tub and sublime double shower with body sprays and rain shower. Two additional bedrooms have original arch-topped inset display shelves and updated en suite baths. The bedrooms are ample in size and designed for comfort. A light-filled office overlooks the front courtyard. Cedar and luggage closets provide convenient seasonal storage. A laundry room has efficient storage cabinetry. The second level’s piece de resistance is an outdoor porch with a fireplace and spectacular water views. There are both covered and open areas for relaxing in the sun or shade.
From the second level hallway, a stairway leads to the third level where two bedrooms share a full bath. There is wide plank wood flooring, abundant storage and a cedar closet.
The lower level boasts a sports court with a 17-foot high ceiling. There is access to the gardens and expansive storage rooms. State-of-theart utilities and conveniences include six zones of geothermal heating and cooling with three zones of radiant heat, two dehumidifiers, water filtration and a FloLogic system. A backup generator services the whole main house, and a pressurized sprinkler is installed on the third level and stairway to the second and main levels. There are two water wells with one for the garden sprinkler irrigation system and one for the main residence and cottage.
The updated cottage has a lovely warm ambiance. It overlooks the swimming pool garden and harbor beyond. Once inside, the living room features a large picture window with sidelights and a wood-burning fireplace with a wall of built-in display shelves on either side. White oak wood flooring runs throughout the first level. The open kitchen is fitted with white custom cabinetry, marble countertops and backsplashes. A cleverly designed movable island with storage has seating for two. There is a laundry room, and a full bath with a shower can be easily accessed from the swimming pool garden. A red brick patio is perfect for barbeque grilling and al fresco dining. On the second level, two spacious bedrooms share a marble bath with a tub and skylight. A fitness studio has mirrors installed and plenty of room for exercise equipment.
The expansive three-bay garage features two electric vehicle chargers. A voluminous loft, with water view, has possibilities for a fabulous artist’s studio with a tall roof line and natural light throughout the day.
From this masterpiece of uncompromising design and craftsmanship, stunning water views and refreshing breezes can be enjoyed throughout the year. Lush gardens boast manicured trees, boxwoods, flowering roses and hydrangea. Landscape lighting highlights the gardens at night. Harbor Torre is an impeccably maintained and beautifully updated Gold Coast waterfront estate where elegance and timeless design blend with luxurious amenities for today’s exceptional living.
Kathyrn (Cottie) Maxwell Pournaras
Associate Real Estate Broker
Gold Circle of Excellence
516.759.4800, c.516.857.3011 kathrynmaxwell@danielgale.com
Thomas Pournaras
Real Estate Salesperson 516.759.4800, c.516.816.3000 thomaspournaras@danielgale.com thomaspournaras.danielgale.com danielgale.com
MLS# 863749
