Maligayang pagdating sa “The Tea House,” isang natatanging arkitektural na santuwaryo na nakatayo sa itaas ng Gorge Lake sa Pound Ridge, kung saan ang walang panahong sining at likas na kagandahan ay nagsasama sa perpektong pagkakasundo.

Nairebuild noong 1997 na may inspirasyon mula sa klasikong Japanese Tea House, ang kahanga-hangang ari-arian na ito ay sumasaklaw ng 4.79 ektarya ng pribadong lupa sa tabi ng lawa na pinalilibutan ng protektadong 738-ektaryang Mianus River Gorge. Mahusay na naka-landscape, ang pag-aari ay isang palabas ng organikong disenyo, dramatikong batong gawain, bihirang mga halaman, talon, at tahimik na hardin ng Hapon.

Ang pangunahing residensiya na may sukat na 4,712 sq. ft. ay nakaunat sa tatlong antas at nag-aalok ng apat na silid-tulugan at limang banyo. Ang antas ng pagpasok ay bumubukas sa isang mapayapang suite na nagtatampok ng mga antigong handcrafted na pinto, isang fireplace, access sa terasa, at isang marangyang banyo na may mga sahig na salamin na may radiant heat, sauna, at isang pinagbahaging shower na konektado sa pangalawang buong banyo at sa pool deck.

Ang mga hagdang-hagdang at isang elevator ay humahantong sa pangalawang antas, kung saan naghihintay ang isang dramatikong living room na may mataas na kisame, isang kamangha-manghang fireplace, at mga pader ng salamin na nag-framing ng mga tanawin ng lawa at kagubatan sa bawat panahon. Ang kusina, na bukas sa living at dining areas, ay nagtatampok ng custom na quilted maple cabinetry, granite countertops, at isang breakfast bar. Ang mga French doors sa magkabilang panig ng mga living at dining room ay umaabot sa isang malawak na Ipe deck at isang ganap na kagamitan na outdoor Viking kitchen, perpekto para sa maayos na indoor-outdoor na pagdiriwang.

Kasama rin sa antas na ito ang isa pang silid-tulugan na may buong ensuite bath at pribadong balkonahe na tinatanaw ang pinainit na pool at spa, na parehong pinamamahalaan ng isang advanced na Aqualink system. Bawat pulgada ng bahay ay maingat na dinisenyo upang dalhin ang labas sa loob habang pinapanatili ang isang pakiramdam ng kapayapaan at privacy.

Bilang karagdagan sa pangunahing residensiya, ang ari-arian ay may kasamang dalawang hiwalay na pabahay ng mga bisita. Ang 1,200 sq. ft. na dalawang-antasabing guesthouse ay nagtatampok ng isang silid-tulugan, isa at kalahating banyo, isang buong kusina na may mga Miele appliance, at isang pribadong driveway — ideal para sa estilo ng pagtanggap. Ang pangalawang guest suite, na matatagpuan sa itaas ng tatlong-car carport, ay may kasamang living room at buong bath, habang ang isang pribadong espasyo ng opisina sa ibaba ay nag-aalok ng hiwalay na kapaligiran sa trabaho na kumpleto sa walk-in wine fridge at kalahating bath.

Kasama sa mga karagdagang tampok ang isang nakahiwalay na tatlong-car garage na may air-conditioned na itaas na antas, isang elevator na nagsisilbi sa lahat ng pangunahing antas, tatlong backup generator, radiant at hydro-air heat na may higit sa 10 zones, isang sistemang ilaw ng Lutron, at sentral na air conditioning at vacuum. Sa maraming Ipe deck, gas-fired spa at pool, landscape lighting, at access sa lawa kabilang ang isang maliit na pribadong isla, ang pag-aari ay nag-aalok ng parehong katahimikan at sopistikasyon.

Bihira ang isang tahanan na nag-aalok ng ganitong halo ng arkitektural na integridad, modernong kaginhawaan, at emosyonal na epekto. Ang “The Tea House” ay nagsilbing isang personal na santuwaryo — ngayon ay handa na ipasa sa susunod na mapanlikhang tagapangalaga.

Tandaan ang mga karagdagang gusali, silid-tulugan/banyo at sukat:
Cottage = 1 Silid-tulugan 1.5 Banyo 570 sqft
Carport = Studio + Hiway na opisina 1.5 Banyo 1136 sqft

Welcome to “The Tea House” a one-of-a-kind architectural sanctuary perched above Gorge Lake in Pound Ridge, where timeless craftsmanship and natural beauty converge in perfect harmony.

Rebuilt in 1997 with inspiration drawn from the classic Japanese Tea House, this remarkable estate spans 4.79 acres of private, lakefront land bordered by the protected 738-acre Mianus River Gorge. Expertly landscaped, the property is a showcase of organic design, dramatic stonework, rare specimen plantings, waterfalls, and tranquil Japanese gardens.

The 4,712 sq. ft. main residence unfolds across three levels and offers four bedrooms and five bathrooms. The entry level opens to a peaceful suite featuring antique handcrafted doors, a fireplace, terrace access, and a luxurious bath with radiant-heated glass tile floors, sauna, and a shared shower connecting to a second full bath and the pool deck.

Stairs and an elevator lead to the second level, where a dramatic living room awaits with soaring beamed ceilings, a stunning fireplace, and walls of glass framing seasonal lake and woodland views. The kitchen, open to the living and dining areas, features custom quilted maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and a breakfast bar. French doors on either side of the living and dining rooms extend to a spacious Ipe deck and a fully equipped outdoor Viking kitchen, perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining.

This level also includes another bedroom with a full ensuite bath and private balcony overlooking the heated pool and spa, both managed by an advanced Aqualink system. Every inch of the home is thoughtfully designed to bring the outdoors in while maintaining a sense of peace and privacy.

In addition to the main residence, the estate includes two separate guest dwellings. A 1,200 sq. ft. two-level guesthouse features one bedroom, one and a half bathrooms, a full kitchen with Miele appliances, and a private driveway — ideal for hosting in style. A second guest suite, located above the three-car carport, includes a living room and full bath, while a private office space below offers a separate work environment complete with a walk-in wine fridge and half bath.

Additional features include a detached three-car garage with an air-conditioned upper level, an elevator servicing all main levels, three backup generators, radiant and hydro-air heat with over 10 zones, a Lutron lighting system, and central air conditioning and vacuum. With multiple Ipe decks, gas-fired spa and pool, landscape lighting, and lake access including a small private island, the property offers both serenity and sophistication.

Rarely does a home offer such a blend of architectural integrity, modern convenience, and emotional impact. “The Tea House” has served as a personal sanctuary — now ready to be passed on to its next discerning steward.

Note additional out buildings bedrooms/baths and square footage:
Cottage = 1 Bdrm 1.5 bath 570sqft
Carport = Studio + Separate office 1.5 bath 1136sqft