13 Spring Garden Avenue, Shelter Island, NY 11964

Built circa 1875 this quintessential one-of-a-kind cedar shingled Carpenter -Gothic style summer cottage has been restored to perfection for year-round living. This home is located on a quiet one-way street in the private community of Shelter Island Heights ."The Heights" was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993.You are greeted by a sea of Hydrangeas, a wrap-around porch with dramatic hand-carved arches on all three sides. There is room for multiple sitting areas along with dining under an octagonal roof, perfect summer living. The arched double front doors at the entry level lead to the open airy living room with bay windows and built-in seating. This room is graced with beamed ceiling, wood burning fireplace, authentic brass ship lights , built-in bookcases, and hand-carved arches mirroring the woodwork on the porch. From the center of the living room look up to the tower on the third story which is a dreamy spot to read and view the bay. From the living room a second pair of double doors lead to the intimate dining room with built in cabinets and a vintage antler chandelier. Next is the modernized kitchen with a center island topped with white soap-stone marble , floor-to-ceiling custom cabinets,Viking appliances, including a four burner range , two dishwashers, a wine cooler, and the sink basin with Italian hand made Brass faucets. The bright bay windows in the kitchen is a perfect spot for casual cozy meals . Tucked into the right side of the first floor is a powder room and a windowed office .On the second floor with cathedral ceilings there is a master suite with walk-in closets and a well-appointed bathroom. There are two further bedrooms, the larger features double doors opening to a 13'balcony overlooking Spring Garden Avenue and a view of the Harbor with the passing Shelter island Ferry, a perfect spot to enjoy a moment with a cup of coffee or glass of wine.The second full bathroom has a pair of porcelain sinks with English fittings , custom shower doors, and a charming window seat . This home has a full basement with great storage and a laundry area. This property has two large and private gardens on either side of the house, and a single-car garage all very exceptional for the " Heights" .As a resident of the private community of Shelter Island Heights , you have use of this community tennis courts, park and the famous Red and White Stripe Beach Club on the Bay . A very very rare and unique home on Shelter Island