www.privateairny.com Private Air | Winter 2022/2023
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eroic water views
are just the prologue
to the story that
describes this idyllic
3.5-acre bayfront compound,
awash in gentle onshore breezes
with a bulkheaded waterfront
looking west, southwest over the
protected waters of West Neck
Harbor. A gated drive welcomes
you past a sea of verdant lawn
onto the property that is home to
a serene residence spanning over
410' of beachfront.
Initially designed by Bertrand
Goldberg, a disciple of Frank
Lloyd Wright, the one-level,
6,000 SF, 6+ bedroom modern
edifice was rebuilt and expanded
in 2002 by the extremely talented
architect David Schefer and
renowned East End builder
John Caramagna. Heated stone
floors fan out to a living room
under soaring mahogany-clad
ceilings. Anchored by a dramatic
stone fireplace, this three-sided
gathering room, while sun-
drenched by day with a vast
liquid backdrop, will transform by
evening into the focal point of all
your entertaining. e completely
outfitted eat-in kitchen with a
large center island is more than
adequate to service the dining
room, large enough for both sides
of the family.
Begin and end your days in the
seclusion of your own master
wing, offering a sleeping chamber
with expansive water views, a
seductive lounging area, a spa-
like bath, and a walk-in closet.
Family and fortunate weekend
invitees will enjoy five additional
bedrooms, including a few with
sitting rooms. is stunning
retreat is complete with a media
room, gym, powder room, and
two-car garage.
If needed, the residence could
be expanded significantly to
support a second level and
added living area on the first
floor. Outside, both covered and
uncovered patios look out to the
bay and the 250' dock fashioned
