Manhattan, New York
Built in 1873 as a four-story town house in what is now the elite Upper East Side’s Historic Treadwell District, the ravishing stucco ensemble—today with a fifth and partial sixth floor—is a city symphony of sophistication and elegance. A marble…
Manhattan, New York
The year was 1888. The commission, a baronial town house in the era’s newly emerging Craftsman style. Respected architectural firm Thom & Wilson, renowned for the Harlem Courthouse and fanciful Moorish-styled Hampton Apartments in Greenwich Village, were more than up…
Hammersley Hill, Pawling, New York
A Hammersley family treasure for almost 200 years, Quaker Hills’ 350-acre Hammersley Hill perches on a hilltop in Pawling overlooking mile-long Quaker Lake with a 50-mile panorama that reaches to the Catskills. Former owner Lowell Thomas broadcast many of his…
Deerfield, Bedford, New York
Less than an hour from Manhattan, a quiet country lane in prized Mount Holly estate area—a pocket of tranquillity near riding trails and a nature sanctuary—unveils a visually stunning Georgian Colonial glorifying over eight acres. On velvety lawns with stonewalls,…
Blue Heron Lake, Bedford, New York
Blue Heron Lake, named for its spectacular eight-acre setting along the deepest part of sparkling Blue Heron Lake, is a place of intoxicating natural beauty. A fresh interpretation of the great wilderness camps of the nineteenth century, it harmoniously interweaves…
North Salem, New York
A prized jewel of Westchester County, the irresistible hunt country estate sprawling across 145 majestic acres overlooking the scenic Titicus Reservoir from a hillside paradise in North Salem traces its roots to 1929 as an original Sears Roebuck kit house.…
Fort Hill House, Lloyd Neck, New York
Built in 1879 by Charles McKim, and entirely renovated in 1990 to the highest standards, Fort Hill House epitomizes New York’s Gold Coast living. The stately 13-acre ensemble comprises the 25,000-square-foot brick residence, a 12-bay garage with staff apartments, a…
Southampton, New York
Long one of America’s most privileged settings, Southampton remains a bastion of refined splendor, its legendary estates cloistered magnificently within generations-old very private gardens of unsurpassing loveliness. A delightful case in point is the sweeping family compound embraced by three…
Aglin Farm, Litchfield County, Connecticut
Aglin Farm, a grand country house built in 1912 by master architect Ehrick Rossiter, epitomizes the historic elegance of chic Washington, Connecticut. Commanding 10 magnificent acres with a tranquil pool, tennis court, and pond, the 14 rooms glow with Rossiter’s…
Francis Fleetwood Masterpiece, Southampton, New York
Renowned architect Francis Fleetwood outdid himself when he captured the essence of Southampton in a Shingle Style heaven of a house arrayed on nine and a half acres across the Atlantic with sweeping ocean and bay views. His timeless elegance…
Manhattan, New York
Dressed in Old World elegance, the fashionable duplex on Park Avenue nestles in New York City’s revered seventies at the very heart of Manhattan’s most distinguished international boutique district. A stunningly beautiful dwelling created for entertaining on a grand scale,…
Kings Point, New York
The view of Manhattan’s skyline rivals any on Long Island. From the magnificent rooms of the contemporary at Kings Point, minutes from?New York City, you take in a larger-than-life spectacle of three massive bridges across an electrifying expanse of yacht-filled…
Appleyard Homestead, Washington Depot, Connecticut
Appleyard Homestead personifies the prestige and tradition of Washington’s Calhoun-Ives Historic District. From high on Calhoun Street, its long drive winds past dramatic outcroppings to the impeccable clapboard farmhouse. A formal stairhall introduces you to glorious sunlit rooms graced by…
High Point Manor, Urbana, Maryland
High Point Manor savors views of Sugarloaf Mountain from over 30 acres bordering an equestrian center and riding trails in Urbana, Maryland. At the heart of the country demesne nestles a contemporary Queen Anne Victorian outfitted with a charming turret,…
Kalorama Heights Estate, Washington, D.C.
The stately dwelling in the nation’s capital is a timeless classic. One of the most prestigious and important in all of Washington, its impressive proportions and exquisite architecture distinguish it among the fabled estates of renowned Kalorama Heights. Designed to…
Saddle River, New Jersey
On a wooded New Jersey knolltop, the six-bedroom Colonial manor counterpoints a two-story foyer, great room, dining and music rooms, billiard and exercise rooms, and first-floor master suite with an extraordinary indoor pool with retractable roof.
Princeton, New Jersey
A stone bridge and magical drive introduce the ten-acre estate in Princeton, New Jersey. Brimming with French Country cordiality, the residence complements the romantic site with a barrel-ceilinged foyer and lovely living and dining rooms with a garden terrace.?Private bedroom…
Rumson, New Jersey
Beside a serene pond a ferry ride from Manhattan, the Rumson Colonial carries on the shore tradition on over two acres of painterly poolside gardens. Capturing the scenery at every turn, the gracious residence flows from the formal rooms, gourmet…
Willey Farm, South Hero, Vermont
Vast and magnificent, Willey Farm sprawls across 285 acres on the first island of Lake Champlain at South Hero, Vermont, 30 miles from Burlington. The tranquil thousand-foot lakefront pastorale, embracing a recently created Adirondack dwelling, guesthouse, indoor arena, and array…
Stowe, Vermont
Showcasing Georgian style, the opulent Vermont residence on 8.65 acres bordered by forest, with more private land available, was created to accommodate gracious entertaining. Stunning interiors showcase elegant moldings, black walnut floors, custom cabinets, and a home theater. A heated…
Woodstock, Vermont
Near Woodstock, one of Vermont’s—and all of New England’s—most picturesque villages, the 77-acre estate in West Windsor is a classic. Reveling in long-range views that transform themselves with the seasons amid a private paradise of open pastures, stone walls, a…
Toad Hollow, Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Toad Hollow, a spectacular Cotswold manor, harmoniously intertwines Bucks County charm and nearby New York City elegance. Amid ten velvety acres laced with stone walls, a meandering stream, and hidden swimming pool, the six-bedroom Pennsylvania ensemble welcomes you in a…
New Buffalo, Michigan
Recalling the great cottages of Mackinac Island, the Shingle Style lodge in New Buffalo sits proudly along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Architect Richard Bos oriented the house to spectacular views from nearly every room, reaching a high note in…
John’s Island, Florida
Amid John’s Island’s three miles of Atlantic oceanfront, championship golf and tennis, and posh health and fitness center, the magnificent estate in Florida intertwines stunning architecture and spectacular ocean views. Past soaring columns and an entrance lap pool 75 feet…
Palm Beach, Florida
Noted architect Clarence Mack was handed a dream setting. The generous stretch along yacht-laden Lake Worth amid the most sought-after estates in Palm Beach proved to be a perfect foil for his bedazzling French Regency showpiece. Aglow after a luxurious…