The Linden Farm

$22,000,000 Cross River, NY

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The Linden Farm

The Linden Farm

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“Specializing in the UnUSUal” Since 1951

The Linden Farm

tanding before this majestic

ivy-clad fieldstone manor house,

while surrounded by over sixty

breathtaking acres and enjoying

distant views of rolling hills and natural

ponds, one must remind themselves they

have not just deplaned in the French coun-

tryside. Once known as Faraway Farm,

The Linden Farm was built between 1927

and 1929 in French Country style by Italian

craftsman commissioned from Italy. Today,

the park-like grounds and gracious interiors

Over 60 breathtaking acres with natural ponds, lush lawns, and spectacular gardens.

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The impressive Entrance Hall with cloak room.

Beautifully aged millwork, etched glass doors, exposed beams, and painted plaster walls.

encompass the grandeur and opulence of the

most spectacular European estates, made

only more beautiful with age and meticulous

preservation.

The long gated drive is lined in age-old

trees, and meanders past several ponds, a

waterfall and pastoral paddocks, culminat-

ing in a wide Belgian block-lined circle with

fountain. The front courtyard is lush with

extensive plantings bordering an antique

brick walkway. The elegant Tudor-style

home houses eighteen main rooms on two

The Living Room with incredible distant views.

A majestic ivy-clad fieldstone manor house, reminiscent of the great estates of Europe.

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A private paradise abutting 4,700 acres of preserve.

One of many spectacular gardens.

levels, each perfectly proportioned and bril-

liantly sunlit. Step inside to the spectacular

Entrance Hall adorned with a slate floor, cof-

fered ceiling, beautifully aged millwork and

painted plaster walls. To the left is the orig-

inal Cloak Room with access to the Formal

Powder Room and Flower-Arranging Room

with wet bar. The Main Entry further opens

to the graciously proportioned Living Room,

providing incredible distant views through

a bow window with sitting area. Beyond

the Living Room and Entry is the Formal

The formal Dining Room with intricate marquetry-wood mantle and upholstered walls.

Intricate details exemplify the fine Italian craftsmanship

of this 1929 estate.

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The Linden Farm

Prior owner Alfred Berol established the Eagle Pencil Company. Remnants of his millstones are still scattered among the

grounds, as decorations and benches.

The Stable, Paddocks and Riding Ring.

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Dining Room. Equally suited for intimate

dinners and grand entertaining, the uphol-

stered walls, exposed beams and fireplace

with intricate marquetry-wood mantle exude

utmost elegance and sophistication. Walk

through the Butler’s Pantry to access the

Kitchen, complete with fireplace with raised

hearth and an adjacent private terrace. Rear

stairs lead from the Kitchen to the Maid’s

Quarters, comprised of two bedrooms, bath,

sitting area and laundry room.

A hallway to the right of the Main Entry

leads to the richly paneled Library with fire-

place. Step further to the abutting Billiard

Room, with brick floor, wet bar and fireplace,

and steeped in light by the glass-walled Con-

servatory just beyond.

Front and rear stairs lead to the Second

Floor. Showcasing marvelous distant views,

the Master Suite is extraordinary. The Bed-

room features a vaulted ceiling, upholstered

walls, walk-in closet and fireplace. His and

Hers Baths and a loft with Gym and Cedar

Closet complete the Suite’s luxurious ameni-

The richly paneled Library with fireplace.

Spaces for intimate gatherings and large-scale

entertaining.

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A Family Bedroom.

The Billiard Room with vaulted ceiling and wet bar.

“Specializing in the UnUSUal” Since 1951

The Linden Farm

The Master Bedroom with vaulted ceiling, upholstered walls and a fireplace.

“Specializing in the UnUSUal” Since 1951

The Linden Farm

Wonderful light and thoughtful proportions throughout.

Outdoor amenities are perfectly situated to simulate independent retreats

within the exquisite grounds.

“Specializing in the UnUSUal” Since 1951

The Linden Farm

Outdoor amenities are perfectly situated to simulate independent retreats

within the exquisite grounds.

The Tennis Court is surrounded by lush gardens.

ties. Family Bedrooms are adorned with fire-

places, built-ins and private baths. A Media

Room and Playroom, with rear stairs to the

Kitchen, are interspersed between sleeping

quarters to afford privacy and convenience.

Exit the home to enjoy a spectacular land-

scape dotted in formal gardens, fountains,

incredible stone work, and terracing to revel

in the distant views. A thoughtfully placed

Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Caretaker’s

Cottage and Stable with paddocks and riding

ring afford every comfort within the exqui-

site grounds. What’s more, apart from the

privacy sanctioned by over sixty acres, Linden

Farm also abuts 4,700 acres of preserve with

miles and miles of riding and hiking trails: a

truly special attribute to complete this incred-

ible offering.

“Specializing in the UnUSUal” Since 1951

The Linden Farm

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A naturally shaded walkway.

1927 to 1929: Mr. Alexander

C. Barker com-missioned Italian

craftsman to build the French

Country manor at Faraway Farm.

1930s: Shortly after its

construction, Faraway Farm was sold to Mr. Alfred Berol, who estab-lished the Eagle Pencil Company, and raised pure-bred Aberdeen Angus cattle to

breed and sell at auction

at the farm.

1978: Sold to current

owner. In almost 90 years, The

Linden Farm has essentially had

only two owners!

“Specializing in the UnUSUal” Since 1951

The Linden Farm

493 Bedford Center road, Bedford Hills, nY, 10507 / 914-234-9234 / ginnel.Com

$22,000,000 Cross River, NY

General Information mls n umber: 3322003bedrooms: 8ful l baths: 6half baths: 2 total rooms: 1 8

Property Information acreage: 60.9house col or: stonen umber of le vels: 2 total sq uare fee t: 13 ,746st y le: manor houseyear built: 1929

Exterior Information e xter ior: stone & stuccoroof: ludovici tile

School Information elementary : katonahmiddle: john jayhigh: john jay distr ict: katonah le wisboro

The Linden Farm

Daniel H. Ginnel

493 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills, NY (914) 234-9234, / www.Ginnel.com