Overview
Welcome to a truly remarkable piece of history nestled within gated community of Tuxedo Park. This stunning estate, once the childhood home of renowned interior designer Dorothy Draper, has been meticulously restored and renovated in 2021, blending timeless elegance with modern luxury. With 8, 195 square feet on 1.4 acres of tiered formal gardens, it is a historical masterpiece. Property Features: - Bedrooms & Bathrooms: This expansive home features 6 spacious bedrooms and 9 beautifully appointed bathrooms, and an elevator, ensuring comfort and privacy for family and guests alike. Gourmet Kitchen: The heart of the home is a chef’s dream kitchen, custom finished in 2019. It boasts top-of-the-line appliances, including: - Sub-Zero double stainless refrigerator and freezer - Sub-Zero ice maker - Wolf double wall oven, convection oven, warming drawer, and 6-burner range with griddle - Kitchen-Aid full-size dishwasher - Three islands topped with luxurious Brazilian Calacatta Quartzite stone - A massive walk-in cool room for pantry items, wine, and produce Radiant heat floors and Waterstone faucets with a lifetime guarantee complete this culinary haven. Elegant Library: Step into the library, featuring a stunning plaster ceiling sourced from a country house in Wales, custom cabinetry, and a carved soapstone fireplace. The bar area includes a Julien sink, Waterstone faucet, and Sub-Zero beverage fridge, perfect for entertaining. Modern Conveniences: This estate is equipped with a full-house Detroit 50-kilowatt generator, ensuring uninterrupted power with automatic turn-on and shut-down features. The home is adorned with exquisite Omnia hardware from Italy, unlacquered brass lever handles, and custom radiator covers. Windows & Natural Light: Experience the charm of the original 1920s Hope’s of England windows, with 90% of them restored and reinstalled by the world-renowned Seekircher Windows. The remaining windows are top-of-the-line antique replacements, allowing for abundant natural light throughout the home. Dining Room: The dining room features a fireplace surrounded by Amsterdam Delft tiles and custom-curved crown moldings, creating an inviting atmosphere for family gatherings. Exterior Highlights: The exterior of the home is equally impressive, featuring: - A beautifully restored original French iron canopy over the front door - Bluestone patios and custom globe lighting made in Brooklyn - A full-size storage room for patio furniture - A sophisticated water drainage system to keep the property pristine - A Welsh black slate roof installed in 2009, designed to last a century Comfort & Luxury: Radiant heat is installed in the kitchen, 7 bathrooms, and laundry room, while all 8 bathrooms feature high-pressure Toto toilets. The home also includes an Aprilaire humidification system on both the first and second floors. Additional Features: - A charming sunroom with original brick and custom screens - A laundry room with radiant heat floors, built-in ironing board, and deep sink - A cedar linen closet located in the second-floor hallway and attic This extraordinary estate offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern luxury, making it a perfect sanctuary for those who appreciate a classic historic estate.