Property Description

This historic Sea Cliff carriage house, built in 1898, carries the legacy of the one of the Village’s founders. Steeped in charm and character, it blends rich history with an authentic architectural past. A unique opportunity to own a piece of Sea Cliff’s origin, this home invites you to step into a living slice of local history while offering timeless elegance. The home stands proudly on a hill, surrounded by lush, manicured shrubbery and specimen bushes, with a graceful approach from the circular courtyard to the home’s entrance. The home has four bedrooms, three-and-a half baths, three levels of living space. The first floor has an office/bedroom, a living room with balcony, a wood burning fireplace and French doors with beveled glass, along with a brightly lit dining room and kitchen. The home has a first-floor half bathroom. Open the Dutch door in the kitchen to a Trex Deck with Spanish Cyprus banisters. On the second floor, the home offers a truly stunning English-inspired library crafted with solid red oak, with soaring pitched ceilings. The library French doors connect to an elegant retreat featuring a screened-in porch blending indoor and outdoor charm. The second bedroom has use of a full hall bathroom. The spacious primary suite offers a warm and serene haven, showcasing a cozy fireplace and elegant French doors that open to an expansive balcony. Down in the lower level, you’ll find a family room with an entry/exit door, an entertainment bar with a beautiful marble countertop, a utility area, and a laundry room. The current owner was determined to bring the house true to the period and style while installing a complete 3-zone heating system, along with the electrical and plumbing systems that were installed only 2 years ago. With the home oriented to the west, it offers a front-row seat to breathtaking sunsets, bathing the living spaces in a warm, golden glow. The home has easy access to beaches, numerous parks, nearby playgrounds and water sports for even more outdoor fun!

Features
Heating System:
Natural Gas, Hot Water
Cooling System:
Wall/window Unit(s)
Basement:
Full, Walk-out Access
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Dryer, Washer, Freezer, Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
Fireplaces Total:
3
Flooring:
Hardwood, Tile
Interior Features:
Entrance Foyer, Open Kitchen, First Floor Bedroom, Crown Molding
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room
Sewer:
Cesspool
Utilities:
Trash Collection Public, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected, Electricity Connected
Address Map
City:
Oyster Bay
State:
NY
Street:
Prospect
Street Number:
291
Street Suffix:
Avenue
Postal Code:
11579
Floor Number:
0
Longitude:
W74° 20' 55.1''
Latitude:
N40° 50' 38.8''
Directions:
Down Glenwood Road, turn right at the end-Shore Road which turns into Prospect Ave. After Laurel Ave slow down and the house is on the right. There are 2 mailboxes at the edge of the driveway-See Red mailbox #291. If you pass Locust Place, you went too far.
PostalCity:
Sea Cliff
Additional Information
Architectural Style:
Carriage House
Construction Materials:
Hardiplank Type
Elementary School:
Sea Cliff Elementary School
High School:
North Shore Senior High School
Levels:
Three Or More
Agent MlsId:
177528
MiddleOrJunior School:
North Shore Middle School
PhotosCount:
49
Special Listing Conditions:
No
Tax Annual Amount:
$18,632
Water Source:
Public
Office MlsId:
GALE15

Residential - MLS# 1000949

291 Prospect Avenue, Oyster Bay, NY

4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
2,016 Sqft
$1,799,000
Listing ID #1000949
Basic Details
Property Type :
Residential
Property SubType :
Single Family Residence
Listing Type :
For Rent
Listing ID :
1000949
Price :
$1,799,000
Rooms :
8
Bedrooms :
4
Bathrooms :
3
Half Bathrooms :
1
Bathrooms Total :
4
Square Footage :
2,016 Sqft
Building Area :
2,016 Sqft
Lot Area :
0.46 Acre
Year Built :
1898
Status :
Active
Listing Agent :
Myla A. Borucke
Listing Office :
Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Rlty
Agent info
Coldwell Banker American Homes
284 West Park Ave
Contact Agent
Walkscore