15 Wincoma Dr
Huntington Bay, NY
A flawless meld of old world architecture and contemporary enhancements have been combined to deliver a fabulous sun-drenched, 1901 "beach cottage. " Located in the highly revered Wincoma Association in Huntington Bay, New York, tucked away along the North Shore of Long Island, 15 Wincoma Drive defies ordinary on every front. A private approach through wrought iron gates opens to a crushed stone motor court. Crepe myrtles canopy the chevron brick walk way to the mahogany pillared front porch. Perfection shingle exterior, a gambrel cedar shingled roof and oversized Andersen windows are the face of 15 Wincoma Drive.
The vestibule is accented by 12' ceilings w dentile moldings and original lead glass windows and transom. Rich dark hardwood floors juxtapose the sun-drenched interior with built-in window seats on either side of the entry. Soaring ceilings, doric columns, coffered ceilings and deep dentile moldings are details of note. The sweeping dual staircase flanks a considerable brick-faced wood burning fireplace in the central living room. Architectural symmetry continues with the woody and warm library/card room and chic powder room with Waterworks vanity on one side of the living room and the formal dining room on the other side. Chock full of retro finishes that include floor to ceiling windows, multi layered moldings, raised panel walls and original architectural doors to the adjoining, operable greenhouse, that is a perfect dining spillover for after meal treats.
A true butler's pantry contributes to making this area an entertainer's treat; beautiful cabinetry, double Fisher & Paykel dishwashers and a floor to ceiling built-in china cabinet make prep and clean anything but a chore.
The eat-in kitchen has tiled floors and walls of windows overlooking the back brick patio, bougainvillae-laden arbor and bluestone grilling area, all accessed by the kitchen door. Marble counters and custom cabinets are highlighted by a stainless steel Thermador 6-burner gas range with two ovens. The wood and granite middle island has an inset stainless sink and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher and GE microwave. Large floor to ceiling cabinets are separated by the Viking stainless refrigerator. The breakfast area invites the outside in through numerous cottage windows.
Tucked away behind the kitchen is the sophisticated and satisfying den with fabulous custom cabinets, brass fixtures and open glass shelving. A built-in wet bar with marble counter and hammered brass sink, refrigerator and wine rack are just right. This room, as does the entire home, exudes Manhattan chic.
A powder room and ensuite bedroom (1)/office sit behind the den. The bedroom has a beautiful tiled floor, glass stall shower and custom sink.
Indicative of many vintage homes, 15 Wincoma has a back stair case that opens to a fabulous lair/bedroom/office with bleached wood floors, walls of windows for a tree house effect, wainscot walls and a closet. Across the way is ensuite bedroom two, also with bleached wood floors, wainscoting, chair rail molding and walls of windows. There is a corner built-in closet, an additional closet, multiple windows and a beautiful marble basket weave tiled bathroom with marble subway tiled walls in the bathtub/shower and a custom vanity.
A small landing leads (with a large closet) to the third and fourth ensuite bedrooms that share a beautiful marble bathroom with a bespoke marble double sink marble vanity. with silver hardware. Sea green glass tiles envelope the seamless glass shower stall with built in bench. Both bedrooms have deep dark rich wood floors, floor moldings, closets and windows that bath the rooms in considerable natural light.
The primary suite is across the generous landing.
High ceilings, floor and ceiling moldings, an alcoved bed area and large windows that look over the property, this room exudes "current." A custom walk-in closet to envy is off the ensuite bathroom. Built-in drawers, floor to ceiling clothes and shoe closets and open built-in hanging space complete this incredible space.
The ensuite bathroom is steps away. One of a kind with Waterworks hardware, radiant heated marble floors, a custom-built, stand-alone vanity with drawers. Adding to its dreaminess is the marble-topped sink with built-in mirrored cabinets and multiple drawers on both sides. A dolomitic marble cast stone Kallista soaking tub looks out to Huntington Harbor and sits across from the roomy seamless glass, marble shower.
Peaceful and private, the 1.05 acres are flush with mature, professionally landscaped perennial plantings and accented by estate fencing. Calming water views of Huntington Harbor are a priceless amenity. When walking from the attached greenhouse, along the brick walkway that leads to the Koi pool, it is as if in the botanical gardens. A bluestone patio overlooks the dreamy, in-ground, salt water gunite pool with waterfall.
Part of Wincoma Association, a revered and highly sought-after North Shore community, access to deeded beach and mooring and a vibrant beach association (with dues) is ensured. This setting and home are magical; both exude style, grace and chic refinement. 15 Wincoma is a true marriage of vintage character and quality joined with current sophistication and amenities. THIS is a treat in every definition of the word.