Blog October 27, 2023

What $1,500,000 buys in New Castle

This Estate in New Castle, that we recently closed, was both historic and memorable. The description on the MLS was as follows:

“This sprawling historic estate originally called Stornoway Farm, circa 1887, sits on almost 5 acres of manicured property, which has been lovingly maintained by the same family for over 56 yrs. The main house has been renovated while keeping original architectural details like Southern red pine floors, 11’ ceilings, & original extra wide front door. There is an extensive vegetable/herb garden, 20’ x 45’ pool with cabana, patios, fenced in horseshoe pit/dog run, playset & firepit & always something to enjoy. The main floor includes an updated kitchen w/stainless appliances, granite counters, breakfast rm/butler’s pantry, radiant heat, mud rm w/laundry off the kitchen, powder rm, formal dining rm, living rm & family rm each with a fireplace, sun rm, & a primary bdrm suite. Second flr has a large bdrm w/enclosed porch, walk in closet & plumbing for bthrm, 3 additional bdrms, door to deck, full bath, & Jack & Jill bath. Additional features: Polaris automatic pool sweep, 19 zone irrigation system, high efficiency furnace, new well pump, 6 zone heat, updated septic fields, above ground oil tanks, 2 garages (1 car & 2 ½ car), & circular drive. The guest cottage has an additional 3 bdrms, 1,184 sq ft (not included in total count) & private patio. With the vast specimen plantings, there are flowers always blooming! Plan your next wedding or horseshoe tournament here. An entertainer’s dream!”

This one is sold but we have more. Contact me at 914-413-3149 and I will help find your best property match.