Feels like a million miles away from NYC, this solid brick raised ranch is next to Riverdale Metro North Station for a fast 25-minute commute to Grand
...read moreFeels like a million miles away from NYC, this solid brick raised ranch is next to Riverdale Metro North Station for a fast 25-minute commute to Grand Central Station. Designed to entertain 739 Ladd Road has an extra lot which offers an expansive lawn surrounded by mature trees and shrubs for privacy. Main hallway leads to an elegant living room with French doors to a terrace to enjoy magnificent sunsets, a peek at the Palisades and seasonal Hudson River views. The formal dining room on the opposite side of the entry hall leads to a modern custom designed kitchen from Italy. Features include two Bosch dishwashers, a dual fuel Wolf stove, quartz countertops and an Austrian crystal backsplash. Conveniently located off the kitchen is a utility room with access to the driveway and garage. A family room with gas fireplace, four bedrooms, a powder room and three full bathrooms complete this level. The large open plan lower level offers an opportunity for a home office that can fit many desks/workstations with separate access. Custom designed summer kitchen, guest room, den with wood burning fireplace, bathroom with steam shower, wine cellar, mechanical room and ample storage space. French doors to a large patio surrounded by a circular low stonewall. A built-in pizza oven and gas line for an outdoor grill make this an ideal spot for entertaining. Plus enjoy the community pool across the street. Built in 1960 this home has been updated and upgraded extensively over the past 15 years. The ceramic tile roof has insulation and new gutters, leaders and copper flashing around chimneys. Additional upgrades include 3 zone central air conditioning system, new electric panels, alarm system, 7 zone sprinkler system, new furnace. Convenient location close to Wave Hill, transportation, shopping, schools and major highways.