Set on .67 acres in the prestigious community of Villanova Heights in Riverdale, this home commands a hilltop location with Hudson views. This house is set on bedrock. The steeply sloping, rocky site began as a challenge, but in the end led to creating a unique experience, with a house massing that crowns the existing rock ledges. An approach that rises to either a formal motor court or a Palladian portico. From the portico, another flight of stairs rises up in the foyer to the formal living room and stair hall. Multiple porches face out over views. Different sides of the lots have unique characters, such as: the sunken pool patio with views; the private shade garden nestled amid rocky projections; and the long lawn in the rear. The house massing is based on late Renaissance French chateaux, with an American classical language. All of this yet only 15 minutes from mid-town Manhattan
The house features 9 bedrooms including a large master bedroom suite with sitting room, a large bath, three walk in closets and a private terrace. An elevator runs from the basement to the third floor. The large eat in kitchen features very high end appliances. A four car garage enhances the value of the home. Country living in NYC