Real Estate

Gingerbread House With Sound Views In Westchester

This Wow House was built in the late 19th century and has whimsical jigsaw detailing, airy porches and bay windows.

The Wow House is a charming classic cottage along the Sound Shore in Larchmont.
The Wow House is a charming classic cottage along the Sound Shore in Larchmont. (Realtor.com)

LARCHMONT, NY — This classic cottage is one of only 20 homes bordering Larchmont's Manor Park. It's an architectural treasure, with water views from nearly every room, and has to be seen to be believed. This listing originally appeared on realtor.com.

  • Address: 1 Helena Ave, Larchmont, New York
  • Price: $2,950,000
  • Square Feet: 3656
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4 Full and 1 Half Baths
  • Built: 1889
  • Features: This classic Gothic cottage, historically known as The Gingerbread House, is one of the six original cottages built by the Larchmont Manor Company in 1872. The house sits on a beautiful corner lot in one of Westchester's preeminent locations, Larchmont Manor. The whimsical jigsaw detailing, airy porches and bay windows are all architectural hallmarks of the era. With fewer than 20 homes along the shoreline of the pristine 12.6 acre Manor park, The Gingerbread House is quite rare having incomparable water views from nearly every room. In addition, you will find a yard reminiscent of The Secret Garden. Just as the garden is meticulously maintained, the interior of the home is, as well. Original features are maintained and refurbished to perfection. This architectural treasure is one of the most distinctive and recognizable homes in the area and should not be missed.

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