Cow Neck Farm – Sands Point, New York

C OW N E C K FA R M SAN DS POINT, N E W YORK

7.6 0 Acres

50 0 f t.

Sandy Beach

Po ssib le S u b d i v i s io n

The magnificence of this 7.60-acre waterfront estate is defined by the natural beauty of panoramic water views and direct access to Hempstead Harbor and the open Long Island Sound. At the end of a secluded road, stone pillars and ornate wrought iron gates welcome arrival to Cow Neck Farm.

It is a glorious historic waterfront property with nearly 500 feet of sandy beach, a modern-style four-bedroom residence, an in-ground pool beautifully sited at the top of a crest overlooking the water with views to Glen Cove and Westchester County, a tennis court, a rambling Colonial-style farmhouse and a barn. There are two small structures that have been attributed by the Cow Neck Historical Society to have been used as shelter for runaways in the Underground Railroad.

Approached by a long curvilinear drive graced by specimen trees and broad lawns that gently slope to the water’s edge, the main residence features characteristic clean lines of modern design that incorporate an asymmetrical brick façade with strong geometric forms and varying roof lines. The home was built to seamlessly incorporate an existing 39-foot library that is attributed to the renowned architect, Bradley Delahanty. The timeless pine paneled library was the personal library of M. Lincoln Schuster, co-founder of the publishing company, Simon and Schuster, Inc. and part of the home he once owned. This residence cohesively honors design elements of simplicity in form and function with floor-toceiling walls of glass, skylights and solarium-style windows that bathe the interiors with natural light.

Guests are welcomed through beautifully carved double front doors with side lights to a spacious open reception foyer with a marble floor, curved wall and dome skylight. The foyer flows into a double height formal dining room with a wall of picture windows and sliding glass doors that open to a brick patio with majestic water views. A fabulous laminated oak beamed corridor bridge with a see-through floor spans over the dining room. Lovely light filters through a row of clerestory picture windows above.

The striking library features an elevated tray ceiling that adds vertical volume. A handsome wood burning fireplace sits at one end, while a bay window with doors to a walled semi-circular patio with water views sits at the opposite end of the room. Three tall windows with built-in window seats on either side of the room offer garden views.

Marble floors continue into the open kitchen which sits adjacent to the dining room. It has an island with seating, and it can be cleverly closed off from the dining room with decorative pocket-style doors. The kitchen leads to a large art storage room, laundry room, mudroom and two-car garage.

Like a sculptural masterpiece, a circular staircase artfully constructed of wood with clear Lucite balusters climbs to arrive at the bridge that spans over the dining room. Unifying the design, the bridge also has Lucite balusters and wood handrails. The main staircase arrives at a sitting room with built-in clear maple cabinetry surrounding an entertainment center and wet bar. There is a full bath and solarium windows flood the interiors with natural light. A huge peek-a-boo picture window overlooks the bridge and water beyond. The restful master bedroom has walls of glass with sliders that open to a brick patio that leads to the pool. Dressing closets have skylights, and the bath is marble with a jetted tub, sauna and steam shower. A stair leads up to an office with built-in cabinetry and a birdseye view of the pool and Hempstead Harbor. There are three additional comfortable bedrooms each with an en suite bath.

Pretty terraced and walled gardens with original wrought iron railings surround the approach to the heated swimming pool. There is a bathroom with easy access from the pool. A generator ensures comfort and services the main residence. The property has its own well, and a stand of fruit trees bears apple, peach, pear and cherry fruit. There is also an existing tennis court, ready for resurfacing.

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MLS# 3314053 A Masterpiece Collection Listing.

Bonnie Doran Associate Real Estate Broker Gold Circle of Excellence c.516.729.5663 bonniedoran@danielgale.com

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