Marketed by our NY Historic Homes Specialists
A sampling of GPS "homeswith a history" sales.
Pre 1950's
Love, care and inspiration has ensured that this river rock and timber two-story home, built in the 1920’s remains beautiful and impeccably maintained to this day. Nestled on 38 splendid acres of peaceful, tranquil land, it’s gloriously private, set far back from the road at the end of a long, tree-lined driveway, surrounded by 7 acres of bucolic, graceful lawns. With bluestone terraces, custom shrub and perennial gardens, an in-ground heated pool and winding woodland trails it’s a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life...
A spectacular waterfront property, with direct, unobstructed views of the LI Sound. Homes in this sought-after community, chockfull of history, rarely become available, and this beauty is perched on .73 acres of magnificent, sprawling lawn and gorgeous gardens and enjoys its own private waterfront, ideal for swimming, small boat launching and mooring. With classic, turn-of-the-century architectural flair, modern updates, and glorious views of Echo Bay at every turn, this charmer is only a 25 minute train ride to Manhattan. Live the life you have always dreamed...
1920's Pine Bush, Ulster County, NY
1917 New Rochelle Colonial
All shapes & sizes...
Once part of Torne Brook Farm, this serene home is the perfect balance between country and city. Situated at the foot of Torne Mountain, and near the Ramapo River and the Torne Brook, you will feel as if you’ve gone back in time. Whether hiking in Harriman State Park or exploring the Revolutionary era historic locations like the iron mines that provided the giant links in the chain across the Hudson, you will be enchanted by the vibrant natural scene. George Washington climbed Torne Mountain with a telescope to watch the British fleet off of Sandy Hook - and it is said you can still hear his pocket watch, which he lost in a crevice, ticking today.
If a unique, one-of- a-kind, distinctive home intrigues and interests you, you shouldn’t miss this spectacular reinvention of an Ontario & Western 19th Century Railroad Depot. Discovered 30 years ago, a derelict and defaced shell, it was fallen in love with and with passion, enormous creativity, artistry and vision transformed into a stunning, 5 bedroom home. Built in 1898 and abandoned in 1957, the concrete structure remained intact and today its insulated walls ceilings and floors create a quiet, peaceful environment, the perfect framework for the remarkable quality & craftsmanship of this unique home. The Mission Style Architecture and Painted Concrete Walls is accentuated by the Ludowici Spanish clay roof tile with its pattern of distinctive ripples, timeless and ageless, adding beauty and character to the home.
1900 Cottage. Rockland County
1898 Bloomingburg, NY
Ulster County Farmhouse C1850
Life in the country! Work from home in a charming, fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse on this amazing 100-acre farm in New York’s beautiful Mid-Hudson Valley. Never commute again, just step outside to this large, modern dog-breeding facility. Licensed and highly profitable, it breeds American Kennel Club-registered English & French Bulldogs from champion bloodlines. Surrounded by pristine farmland, it is fully equipped and staffed with a puppy nursery, care area & 14-stall heated and insulated horse barn with running water.
1900's Newburgh, Historic District Investment Properties
This is Liberty Street! The center of the City of Newburgh’s ongoing renaissance and excitement. And here’s an opportunity to join in the fun. There’s a boatload of things going on here, the Atlas Studios house 40 different creative ventures, a thriving artistic community of potters, jewelers, sculptors, photographers, fashion designers, growing all sorts of budding businesses. Newburgh’s East End Historic District is blooming!
1886 A Quintessential
Brooklyn Brownstone
Grand beyond compare, this extraordinary 23-foot-wide brownstone dazzles with impeccably restored architectural detail and of-the-moment style, just inches from Grand Army Plaza and Prospect Park.
Located within the Park Slope Historic District, 43 8th Avenue is a stunning Neo-Grecian brownstone built in 1886. Its grand high-stoop entry with intact portico and the bold three-sided bay windows creates a memorable impression in a block filled with handsome historic homes. Once known as Sportsman's Row for the number of jockeys and horsemen that lived close to the nearby Montauk Club, this illustrious location delivers unbeatable access to Prospect Park and Grand Army Plaza. The Brooklyn Public Library, Museum and the Botanic Garden are just minutes away, and foodies will love the proximity to the Park Slope Food Coop and Fifth Avenue's restaurant row. Access to transportation is superb with 2/3, B and Q trains, excellent bus service and CitiBike stations all nearby...
1856 Historic Balmville, Orange County, NY
Set in the most perfect location filled with distinctive 19th century homes, churches and other architectural accomplishments, a throwback in time to an elegant, slower-paced lifestyle echoing the grandeur of life as a 19th Century homeowner but now with everything 21st Century you might want or need within easy reach.
Balmville was the site of Algonac, the birthplace and home of Sara Delano, mother of President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and an air of history and grace lingers.
Stunning and significant, this Frederick Clarke Withers’ early Victorian masterpiece sits serenely back from the road in elegant Balmville, surrounded by sweeping lawns. Completed in 1856, its spacious rooms with 10-feet ceilings lend grandeur & grace, reflecting the splendor of the era. Period details found in the 5 unique fireplaces, mahogany coffered ceilings
& wall paneling, original recessed mahogany bookcases with its 19th century glass doors intact and wonderful decorative strap work ceiling making it extraordinary. Meticulously wood carved built-ins, ornamental plaster swag molding, & ceiling moldings with dainty corner cartouches, add grace and charm...
The Marquis Suite 320 - 380, 56 Lafayette Ave, White Plains, NY 10603
Whether you are an old home lover looking to find your perfect property, or own a home with a history, and ready to sell, contact the GPS Historic Homes Specialist Team at the numbers above.