1 Laurelwood Court
Rye, NY 10580

Gracefully set on an elevated rise overlooking expansive lawns and mature plantings, this magnificent 12,495 sq ft residence blends classical European elegance with modern comfort and perfect scale. Offering 7 beds and 10 baths, the residence offers light-filled living and entertaining space across beautifully landscaped grounds with pool, tennis court, and bluestone terraces. Hydrangeas and blooming magnolia trees provide seasonal color, enhancing the property's park-like setting. A winding drive leads to a circular arrival court framed by stone pillars, introducing the home's stately portico and impressive 9-foot antique cherrywood double doors with windows and decorative wrought-iron grilles. Inside, a dramatic double-height foyer with limestone floors and a carved staircase establishes the home's architectural presence. A wrought-iron balustrade with brass railing and distinctive elliptical windows draw natural light into the space, while the front doors are echoed by matching antique cherrywood and glass doors at the opposite end of the foyer, framing views through to the terrace beyond. The main level unfolds through beautifully proportioned formal rooms where oak hardwood floors, fireplaces, and elegant hardware create a refined atmosphere. The home has been thoughtfully and meticulously updated in the last four years, introducing a calm palette and modern attributes that enhance the home's sense of light and scale while preserving its architectural character. The expansive chef's kitchen features an oversized island, new premium appliances, and direct connection to the family room and breakfast area, supported by a generous butler's pantry. An impressive all-season room with custom Klar fully folding glass doors opens to expansive bluestone terraces and a stone balcony, creating a natural transition between indoor and outdoor entertaining. Also on the main level: a private guest suite with full bath, a spacious home office, a well-appointed powder room, and a mudroom with custom cabinetry. Upstairs, a luxurious primary suite features a reading lounge with large windows and fireplace, hidden office, coffee bar, dual dressing rooms, and a spa bath with steam shower and freestanding soaking tub. Five additional en-suite bedrooms, a built-in reading nook, cedar closet, and full laundry room complete the upper level. The walk-out lower level offers extensive recreation space, including a wine cellar, flexible studio for a home theater or yoga room, play and game areas, and direct access to View this listing at: http://evelinabalassanian.laffey.com/mls=964503