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An eclectic collection of country estates and suburban residences characterize Woodbury, part of Long Islands Gold Coast. The area exemplifies the great wealth and architectural grandeur of the North Shore at the turn of the century. Willow Pond is a provincial residence of compelling design and proportion. Commissioned in 1935 by United States secretary treasurer Odgen Mills for his daughter, architect Russell Popes 7,500-square-foot Georgian brick mansion conveys a comfortable, manageable ambiance. This fabulous, finial-coifed, hipped-roof façade with barrel-arched, front-door pediment and shell cartouche beckons from behind the formal, walled entrance courtyard. The superbly maintained interior is punctuated by elaborate crown moldings, richly finished oak floors, American pine paneling, myriad French doors opening to two terraces, and handsome original fireplaces. The grounds are distinctive tapestry of formal and informal elements, including a large, spring-fed, stocked pond and majestic specimen and ornamental flora that beautifully complements the multiple terraces, pool, and tennis court. Willow Pond is an elegant, sophisticated country manor. Location Willow Pond in Woodbury, New York is 45 miles from Manhattan and 30 minutes from Kennedy and LaGuardia airports. Exceptional private and public schools, upscale dining and shopping, and many commuting arteries and nearby. Property The 2+ acres include formal lawns, gardens, and pond frontage affording non-motorized boating, fishing, and skating. Lofty oak, pine, holly, and maple trees as well as wisteria, rhododendron, boxwood, annuals and perennials grace the grounds. Additional features include courtyard and service entrances, a Har-Tru Tennis Court, a heated Gunite swimming pool and spa, a Gazebo, bluestone Terraces, a 2-car Garage, and a carport. Residence This 1935 Georgian brick country manor offers 5 Bedrooms, 6 1/2 Baths, oil-fired vacuum steam heat, central air conditioning, and a comprehensive stereo system. First Floor: Entered from the generous Foyer with long-plank hardwood floor and dentil crown moldings, the Living Room offers a 12 foot ceiling, an original long-plank floor, a marble fireplace, 3 sets of French doors, front-to-back arched casement windows, and a movie theatre projection system. Sumptuous American pine tongue-in-groove paneling details the Library with dentil crown moldings, arched bookcases and casement windows, marble fireplace, stunning restored equestrian mural, and cordial bar. The Dining Room is articulated with raised paneling, a chair rail, crown and arched casement details, a long-plank floor, and a marble fireplace. French doors lead to the Terrace. A powder Room is provided. A marvelous butlers service bar prefaces the new custom cherry and granite Kitchen with curved cabinetry, ceramic tile floor, and top-of-the-line appliances. Skylights illuminate the Family Room with bay window, ceramic floor, pine cabinetry, and exposed brick fireplace. Sliding glass doors off the Breakfast Room lead to the tennis court and grounds. A Mud Room, 2-car garage, and carport complete the level. Second Floor: The Master Suite is comprised of a sunlit Bedroom with multiple windows, generous walk-in closet , and custom wall-to-wall carpeting; her Bath with corian, hand-painted tiles, large vanity , and shower/Jacuzzi; his Bath with marble and corian, large vanity, heated floor, and steam shower. The second and third Bedrooms offer en suite Baths, 2 windows and hardwood floors. The forth Bedroom features built-ins, a hardwood floor, and 3 windows. A hall tub/shower Bath and Service Hall are also provided on this level. Third Floor: Up the formal staircase, the sky-lit Office offers a decorative Palladian window with glorious pond vistas, cherry built-ins, and dormer windows. Staff Rooms, Storage, a cedar closet, and a full Bath complete the level. Basement: This level offers a Laundry, Storage, a Bath, a climate-controlled Wine Vault, and Utilities. Taxes do NOT reflect STAR exemption of $1,100.