560 Grand Avenue,Balmville, NY 12550
Balmville, NY 12550
Description
Overlooking the Hudson River in the esteemed hamlet of Balmville, The Rest is a rare and remarkable offering-a Gothic Revival masterpiece and enduring symbol of 19th-century architecture, masterfully adapted for modern living.The Rest was designed as both a living work of art and an inviting home and celebrates the ethos of High Victorian Gothic Revival showcasing soaring tracery ceilings, gasolier-style chandeliers, floor to ceiling doors adorned with wood-framed diamond-patterned glass, and a Tiffany-style stained-glass window at its heart.Rich inlaid and parquet floors, full-height wood wainscoting, and pocket doors feature prominently in the entry hall, drawing room, library, and dining room. Six original marble and wood fireplace mantels anchor the home. Glass-front-built-ins and intimate mullioned bay window seating invite the sharing of secrets.Befitting its name, The Rest is an approachable home, grounded in comfort with expansive views of the Hudson from a bluestone veranda spanning the western facade.A butler's pantry connects the formal dining room with a chef's kitchen featuring granite counters and river views, warm living room with wide wood plank floors, powder room, and access to the heated pool. The second floor offers a primary suite with views of the Hudson and a custom dressing corridor. The spa-like ensuite has a double vanity, quartz counters, bidet, and soaking tub with river views. The second floor is complete with four additional bedrooms and a bonus room, two with river views, and two more full baths. The upper floors are connected by a discreet secondary staircase and anchored by a traditional oculus or 'roof lantern' that beautifully filters daylight down to the floors below.Commissioned in the 1860s by Daniel Bennett St. John- Congressman, Senator, and a founding editor of The New York Times-this estate was brought to life by Frederick Clarke Withers, a leading figure in American Gothic Revival architecture and influenced by Calvert Vaux, co-designer of Central Park.
Details
| MLS # | 867110 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1860 |
| Days On Site | 457 |
| Listing Provided By | Julia B Fee Sothebys Int. Rlty | Zebee A. Voss |
Features
| Bed(s) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 5 Total |
| SQ Feet | 7,200 |
| Basement | Y |
| Pool | Yes |
| Acreage | 2.20 |
| Golf Course | Yes |
| Water Front | Yes |
| Property View | Bridge(s), Panoramic, Water |
Interior
| Cooling | Central Air, Ductless, Ductwork, Wall/Window Unit(s), Zoned |
|---|---|
| Heating | Heat Pump, Hot Water, Oil, Steam |
| Interior Features | Bidet, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Formal Dining, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Bathroom, Natural Woodwork, Original Details, Pantry, Quartz/Quartzite Counters, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Window Features | Blinds, Casement, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Screens, Shutters, Storm Window(s), Wood Frames |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Indirect Water Heater, Oil Water Heater |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Garden, Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Security Features | Security System, Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Brick, Frame |
| Foundation Details | Stone |
| Lot Features | Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course, Private, Views |
| Fencing | Partial |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Driveway |
Utilities
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
Taxes
| Tax Year | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Tax Assessed Value | 224700 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 25733 |
| Tax Lot | 10 |
Area Information
| State | NY |
|---|---|
| County | Orange County |
| City | Balmville |
| Zip Code | 12550 |
| School District | Newburgh Free Academy |
| Elementary School | Horizon-On-The-Hudson Magnet Sch |
| High School | Newburgh Free Academy |
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| State | NY |
|---|---|
| County | Orange County |
| City | Balmville |
| Zip Code | 12550 |
| School District | Newburgh Free Academy |
| Elementary School | Horizon-On-The-Hudson Magnet Sch |
| High School | Newburgh Free Academy |