Property Description for 56 Buttonwood Road
Situated on an acre of lush greenery that includes majority ownership of a private lake, 56 Buttonwood Rd is a one-of-a-kind 5-bedroom, 5-bathroom countryside mansion that blends modern amenities with sylvan charm. Features of this 6,250 sq. ft. home include gorgeous hardwood floors, central A/C, a 2-car garage, vaulted ceilings, a sauna, 5 fireplaces, a heated pool, a hot tub, several tranquil outdoor spaces, and a stunning lakeside view. And all of is less than an hour away from downtown Manhattan.
The home opens into a grand double-height entryway space adorned with a large coat closet. Natural light spills into the space through a skylight that hovers over the staircase landing. From the entryway the home flows into an expansive double-height living room with 23-ft ceilings, huge windows with views of the lake, and a wood-burning fireplace. Adjacent to the living room is a spacious office with its own fireplace and a charming built-in.
Opposite the living room and office sit a formal dining room as well as a massive open-concept family room and kitchen. The both the family room and the dining room overlook the lake and have access to a spacious deck. The kitchen is equipped with an island, black granite countertops and backsplashes, an abundance of storage space, and a suite of high-end stainless steel appliances. A bedroom, a laundry room, and a powder room finish the lower level.
The upper level of the house consists of three huge bedrooms, a roomy common area, and two full bathrooms. The luxurious master suite features a pair of walk-in closets, a large balcony overlooking the lake, and a spa-like en-suite with dual vanity sinks, a walk-in shower, a deep soaking tub, and a private sauna. The second and third bedrooms each have their own closet space and easy access to an immaculate full bathroom.
The basement contains an additional bedroom with plenty of closet space, a full bathroom, a second sauna, and an entertainment room/play room with a bar area and access to the verdant outdoor space.
The house is close to the Saint Francis Woodlands, Reed’s Basket Willow Swamp Park, and the Richmond County Country Club