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The property at 2 Pine Island Road in Rye also includes five full bathrooms and one half bath, 6,497 square feet of living space and sits atop 1.41 acres. The original home was built in 1949 and has been expanded and renovated throughout. It is being marketed by Judy Croughan of Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty for $5,295,000.
“This location is one of the most sought-after areas in Rye,’’ Croughan said. “It offers turn-key living and you’ll be close to water, town and transportation. It offers a fantastic lifestyle 30 miles from Manhattan.”
Croughan’s listing has been featured twice on the Rye House Tour and was recently the cover photo for to Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s 2015 Year-End Market Watch. “It’s a warm and inviting home,’’ Croughan said, “and has water views from nearly every room in the house.”
A sunny, window-lined living room is the home’s centerpiece. It leads out to a patio and expertly landscaped gardens, with access to a spacious kitchen and family room.
A wet bar features woven leather upholstery imported from England, custom cabinetry, wine refrigeration and a zinc counter imported from a French bistro in the 1800s.
There are four fireplaces -- two gas and two wood-burning -- and a spacious dining room for entertaining. The kitchen is light, bright and large, and includes top of the line appliances.
The master suite on the second floor includes a gas fireplace, antique wooden inlay mantel, spacious walk-in closet and an updated bath with steam shower and heated floors. “It’s a beautiful sophisticated space that features sweeping views of the property and water,’’ Croughan said.
There are four more second floor bedrooms, including a large room that doubles as a media room/playroom. There is also a guest suite on the first floor with renovated full bath, access to mudroom, laundry and 2-car garage.
“There are many special features and antiques through the home,’’ Croughan said. "It’s a special home in a special community.”
Click here for the property website. To arrange a showing, contact Croughan at 914-262-5323 or via email at judy.croughan@juliabfee.com
