Exquisite setting on 2.62 acres at the end of a quiet road in Cold Spring Harbor, this extraordinary 1931 French-Normandy residence, originally part of the historic Pierson estate known as Dove Cote, presents a remarkable blend of architectural provenance and contemporary design. Designed by Harvey, Stevenson, Thomas & Studds and constructed of granite and brick beneath a European terracotta Ludowici roof, the residence recently underwent a comprehensive interior renovation under the direction of Italian designer Gennaro Fattore. An entrance of mature linden trees leads to a bluestone-and-gravel drive and gracious courtyard. Distinctive architectural elements include a turret, substantial granite stonework, copper gutters, 7 fireplaces, original carved doors and millwork, hand-hewn beams, and beautifully restored period details. The main level unfolds through generously proportioned living and dining rooms, a library with concealed speakeasy bar, office with adjacent full bath, restored butler’s pantry, mudroom and laundry. At the heart of the home, the striking Bulthaup kitchen pairs white and charcoal cabinetry with a sculptural flamed-granite island and appliances by ILVE, Miele and Sub-Zero, opening to informal dining and media spaces with direct access to the pool and gardens. Upstairs, white-stained oak floors extend throughout five bedrooms, including the primary suite with fireplace, custom Porro dressing room and walk-in closet, and a flamed-granite bath with architectural shower. Additional bedrooms feature original fireplaces, custom cabinetry and well-appointed baths, complemented by an exercise room and extensive storage. The landscaped grounds provide an exceptional backdrop for outdoor living, with expansive lawns, mature specimen trees, flowering gardens and a large bluestone terrace. A heated Gunite pool with automatic cover, hot tub, walled gardens, bronze fountain, outdoor speakers, irrigation, landscape lighting, detached three-car garage, and automatic generator complete this distinctive Cold Spring Harbor estate, where historic architecture, meticulous restoration and modern design come together making this home truly extraordinary.
Single-familyProperty Type
1931Year Built
2.62 acresLot Size
3 car garageParking
Listing by Jeanne Leonard• Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Rlty
Long Island, located between New York Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean, is a coastal and suburban New York neighborhood with barrier beaches and commuter rail hubs. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Jamaica Station complex, where LIRR platforms, bus bays, and street-level storefronts create a constant current of movement. Housing shifts from compact prewar village centers to postwar capes and split-levels, with marinas and bayfront parks shaping daily routines. Jones Beach State Park and the Long Island Aquarium serve as signature day-trip anchors. The Paramount in Huntington and the Nassau County Museum of Art add a cultural throughline beyond the shoreline. Farm stands, delis, and small main streets stitch together a landscape defined by parkways, dunes, and bays.
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3 White Hill Rd · $7,500,000
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
First-floor bedroom
First-floor full bath
Beamed ceilings
Built-in features
Cathedral ceilings
Chef's kitchen
Crown molding
Eat-in kitchen
Entrance foyer
Formal dining room
High ceilings
Kitchen island
Marble counters
Natural woodwork
Original details
Pantry
Recessed lighting
Storage
Walk-in closets
Oversized windows
Shutters
Patio
Terrace
Bedrooms
Total rooms: 15 (includes bedrooms and living spaces)
Includes at least one bedroom on the first floor
Bathrooms
Six full bathrooms
Two half bathrooms
Kitchen
Convection oven
Gas range
Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Wine refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry room
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Oil heating
Steam heating
Exterior features
Courtyard
Exterior lighting
Landscaped grounds
Stone/brick wall
Back yard fencing
Located on a cul-de-sac
Private setting
Barn(s)
Home design
Single family residence
Updated/remodeled
Parking
Driveway
Private parking
3-car garage
Construction
Brick and stone construction
Utilities
Electric service by PSEG
Cesspool sewer
Cable available
Electricity available
Electricity and solar
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