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490 Duck Pond Road

Locust Valley NY, 11560

$6,498,000


$996.32 per sqft

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6 Beds

11 Baths

6,522 sqft

Residential

Built in 1926

A subtle elegance fills this exceptionally renovated and expanded Colonial that reflects the tranquility of the landscape. The bucolic setting of 7+ acres abounds with wide lawns, mature shrubbery and a dense perimeter of tall trees for the utmost privacy. For those seeking a haven away from it all, this oasis is the answer, offering a compound setting including the 6-Bedroom Main House, a 2-bedroom legal Cottage, a Studio, Stables plus a Pool with new Pool House. These amenities provide plenty of room for weekend guests, extended family or a caretaker. Perfect for that special buyer who is a car enthusiast who wants additional garage space. Imagine a splendorous setting to live, work and play tucked away on a private road only minutes from the charming hamlet of Locust Valley and backing to Piping Rock Country Club grounds. The main house boasts all the hallmarks of classic luxury; hardwood floors, fine woodwork, 7 fireplaces (both woodburning and gas) and custom built-ins. Filled with light, picturesque views of the landscape are captured from every room. Well-proportioned rooms are imbued with a feeling of joy featuring unique ceiling treatments, French doors, archways, pleasing wallpapers and paint colors. Favorite entertaining rooms include the Great Room, a spacious formal Dining Room with fireplace and the Living Room with a stunning beamed cathedral ceiling and radiant heat floors. Just off the Formal Living Room s a charming wisteria covered patio to enjoy the idyllic property. A well-appointed Kitchen with Breakfast Room for casual meals opens to the bluestone patio and the thoughtful floor plan also includes a welcoming Entry Hallway, main-floor Bedroom Suite, Library, outfitted Mud Room and 2 half Baths. Upstairs, the airy Primary Bedroom Suite will delight with its beamed, vaulted ceiling, and a private deck for morning coffee or enjoying summer breezes. There are 4 additional Bedrooms and all the bathrooms have been exceptionally renovated with marble tile and high end fixtures. The Lower Level has a comfortable Den or Playroom that opens to the backyard, Exercise Room, full Bath, Sauna, Utilities and storage. Property backs up to North Shore Land Alliance trails., Additional information: Appearance:Mint++++,Interior Features:Guest Quarters,Marble Bath,Separate Hotwater Heater:Yes

L3591159

MLS ID

November 14, 2024

Listed

December 9, 2024

Updated

Map

490 Duck Pond Road
Locust Valley NY, 11560

Interior Features

Total Stories

3


Bedrooms

6


Total Bathrooms

11


Full Bathrooms

8


Half Bathrooms

3


Interior Features

Central Vacuum, Entertainment Cabinets, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Pantry, Sauna, Walk-In Closet(s), Formal Dining, First Floor Bedroom, Marble Counters, Primary Bathroom


Appliances

Gas Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler


Floor Description

Hardwood


Fireplace

Yes


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Attic Fan, Central Air


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water, Radiant

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size

7.25 Acres


Exterior Features

Mailbox, Awning(s), Private Entrance


Lot Features

Sprinklers In Front,


Architectual Style

Estate


Sewer

Cesspool

School Information

School District

Locust Valley


High School

Locust Valley High School


Elementary School

Ann Macarthur Primary School

Other Property Details

Taxes

$67,027


Tax Frequency

Annually


Days on Market

18


Garage

Yes


Parking

Garage Door Opener, Private, Covered, Detached


View

Yes


View Description

Panoramic


County

Nassau County


Water Source

Public


Pool

Yes


Pool Features

In Ground

Listed by Kimberly G. Bancroft SRS Catherine Schwarz with Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Rlty
Listing Contact: 516-759-4800 

All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor Margaret Trautmann shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless.

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