There are few places as nice to spend long summer days than on the Long Island Sound. 408 Grace Church Street in Rye, NY, which just sold for $12.75 million, provides the perfect place to take in the sun, breezes and water views all while just a 30 minute drive from Manhattan. The iconic waterfront estate is located on 4.54 acres on a protected inlet on the Long Island Sound, complete with an iconic private peninsula that features Rye’s historic former ferry dock which can dock two boats. The main house is a 10,441 SF six-bedroom, six-bathroom mansion which was designed by architects Shope, Reno Wharton. The home was designed with the water in mind, including nautical design elements throughout, stunning views, and an indoor pool. The stunningly landscaped outdoors also features an outdoor pool along with multiple terraces, pool house, and tennis court. The buyer was represented by Ellen Stern from Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s and the home was listed with Douglas Elliman Real Estate’s Nancy Strong and Stacey Oestreich.
