654 King Ave

Waterfront stately and elegant 1920s historic home with Mediterranean influences and styling located on the exclusive and renowned City Island is on the market for the first time in several generations. This unique house and property comprises a corner lot and 2 extra lots with mature plantings and trees and a 200 foot wide private beach with Long Island Sound panoramic views due east and picturesque vistas from every window. This Architect designed home features quaint triple porches in the front, an inviting entrance vestibule opening to the classic entry foyer in turn leading to the spacious Living Room with wood-burning fireplace and Formal Dining Room, all with high ceilings, beautiful original hardwood floors and detailed handcrafted molding and woodwork. There is also a roomy separate Den or Home Office with direct open water views and private exit, and a sun-filled Recreation Room with a 2nd working fireplace on this first level. The functional layout continues on to the windowed Kitchen, designated pantry, full bathroom and guest room. Directly facing the gracious backyard and the shoreline is a charming and bright enclosed porch with original crafted floor to ceiling windows ideal for morning breakfast, afternoon tea and sunset entertaining. The 2 car garage and bonus room above it are also accessed here, as is the windowed basement with laundry facilities, utility rooms and a lounge area with a 3rd working fireplace. Up the grand staircase from the main entry foyer is an oversized landing with an adorable sun room, four generous king sized bedrooms, each on a corner with double exposures, and two full bathrooms. Two of the south facing bedrooms have glass doors opening to a sunny roof terrace with open vistas while another bedroom has a private eastern facing balcony. There is also a windowed attic with a walk in cedar closet and 2 studio rooms. Shown by appointment only, call today for more details and to schedule your private and exclusive tour.