A charming, historic stone cottage originally designed in the 1920s by famous architect Ernest Flagg, this beautifully renovated and meticulously maintained 4-bedroom home – including cozy, attached guest cottage with full bath – sits on 1.25 wooded acres adorned with a natural meandering stream and a lush botanical garden of hundreds of flowering trees and ornamentals. Relax or entertain guests in the spacious living/dining great room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and a spectacular vaulted ceiling with high dormer windows, decorative architectural flourishes, and the original dark wooden beams. A modern kitchen with marble countertops and premium appliances features a cathedral ceiling, as do the three light-filled bedrooms. Wide-plank oak hardwood floors and the original French casement windows complete the elegant appearance. A glass conservatory offers year-round, spectacular 270-degree views of the lush surrounding greenery and the gorgeous 40-ft heated swimming pool shaded by century-old trees. Enjoy meals on the newly constructed flagstone patio. This gated and fully fenced property, which faces the Hunt-Parker Nature Preserve, is conveniently located just five minutes from the lovely village of Katonah. A one-of-a-kind storybook gem just an hour north of Manhattan!
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
1.29 acresLot Size
$775Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Melissa Marcogliese• Compass Greater NY, LLC
Contact: 914 2380676
Bought with Melissa Marcogliese• Compass Greater NY, LLC
Enchanted Garden.. Nestled high in the hills with incredible scenic views. Absolutely charming Ivy-covered stone Country House. Designed by architect Ernest Flagg and built in 1928 for the president of the nearby Brookwood University. Set to blend harmoniously with the gorgeous grounds. Beautifully updated interior spaces carefully marry the old with the new. Perfect for formal entertaining and easy everyday living. Light and sun-filled Living Room with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and fireplace. Conservatory with wet bar overlooking the gardens and pool. Updated Kitchen with Dining Area. Choice of Offices-perfect for working from home. Four Bedrooms include a separate Guest Suite with Bath. Exceptionally landscaped grounds, completely fenced for deer, with a myriad of rare and specimen plantings. Conveniently located and just minutes from shopping, restaurants, the train and commuting arteries. Additional Information: Amenities:Storage,
HGMLS #4414754
Jul 24, 2014
Price Changed
$850,000
$327/sq ft
Jul 24, 2014
Sold
$850,000
$327/sq ft
Jun 11, 2014
Contingent
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Jun 11, 2014
Price Changed
$899,000
$346/sq ft
May 21, 2014
Listed
$899,000
$346/sq ft
OneKey® MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #H4414754
Jul 24, 2014
Sold
$850,000
$327/sq ft
May 21, 2014
Listed
$899,000
$346/sq ft
Originally built for the president of Brookwood University by renowned architect Ernest Flagg, this 1928 stone house truly sits in a magic garden. The house has soaring ceilings with windows everywhere, period details, a glass sunroom which overlooks the magnificent pool and a wonderful interior courtyard that leads you from the kitchen to the detached family room with full bath. So many surprises await as you enter through the gates to the ivy covered walls. Updated with central air, the period details are balanced with modern amenities. The grounds are fenced and professional landscaped with specimen plantings, stone walk ways, wonderful vistas and so much level usable land. Hidden away into the landscape yet minutes to town, train and highways, this property suits the person looking for a weekend retreat or a full time private residence. Something for everyone at the property known as Brookwood.
Public Records
Dec 16, 1983
Sold
$150,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$30,940 (+4.7%)
$19,600 + $98,150
$117,750
2025
$29,562 (+0.7%)
$19,600 + $98,150
$117,750
2024
$29,369 (+0.4%)
$19,600 + $87,440
$107,040
2023
$29,259 (+24.0%)
$19,600 + $87,440
$107,040
2022
$23,604 (−2.8%)
$19,600 + $87,440
$107,040
2021
$24,280 (+4.5%)
$19,600 + $69,595
$89,195
2020
$23,236 (−2.2%)
$19,600 + $69,595
$89,195
2019
$23,760
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2018
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2017
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2016
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2014
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2013
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2012
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2011
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2010
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2009
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2008
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
Tax history for 140 Cedar Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$30,940 (+4.7%)
$19,600 + $98,150
$117,750
2025
$29,562 (+0.7%)
$19,600 + $98,150
$117,750
2024
$29,369 (+0.4%)
$19,600 + $87,440
$107,040
2023
$29,259 (+24.0%)
$19,600 + $87,440
$107,040
2022
$23,604 (−2.8%)
$19,600 + $87,440
$107,040
2021
$24,280 (+4.5%)
$19,600 + $69,595
$89,195
2020
$23,236 (−2.2%)
$19,600 + $69,595
$89,195
2019
$23,760
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2018
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2017
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2016
$19,600 + $69,600
$89,200
2014
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2013
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2012
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2011
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2010
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2009
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
2008
$19,600 + $55,400
$75,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.