640 Grant Rd, North Salem, NY 10560

Description

INLAND VALE. Steeped in history. One of Northern Westchester’s most significant Country Estates. Magnificent and majestic stone and shingle residence originally built in the 1850’s. Renovated by Stanford White for Ulysses S. Grant, Jr. Remarkable preserved details including spectacular aged paneling, ten fireplaces with vintage mantles and tile, and extensive millwork. Long tree-lined drive to dramatic stone entrance. Magnificent oak paneled Great Hall with grand staircase and ceiling of Tiffany stained glass. Beautifully proportioned main rooms designed for entertaining on the grand scale. Impressive Living Room with mirroring fireplaces and French doors to columned porch. Formal Dining Room. Chef’s Kitchen with high-end appliances. Sun-filled Family Room with Breakfast Area and doors to outdoor terrace in walled garden. Remarkable Primary Suite with spacious Dressing Room and two Baths. Six additional Bedrooms. Playroom with built-in desks, game closet and doors to rooftop porch. Full Third Floor with glass-ceilinged Sitting Room, second Kitchen, Art Room/Studio and Exercise Room. Lower Level with Game Room, Wine Cellar and Pool Cabana. All mechanicals are updated including center air conditioning and a generator. Baths are Waterworks with luxurious radiant heat. Over eleven park-like acres with specimen trees, flowering shrubs and verdant lawns. Incredible old world stonewalls and terraces. The perfect retreat complete with swimming pool, tennis and half-basketball court. A once in a lifetime opportunity!