Historic Westchester Waterfront Mansion hits the market for $23 million after a five-year transformation
A breathtaking waterfront estate built in 1898 in the coastal enclave of Larchmont, NY, overlooking Long Island Sound, recently underwent a multi-year remake—and just hit the market for $23 million.
The seven-bedroom mega mansion is known as Villa Cheri and sits on a 1.38-hectare plot with spectacular sea views. It last traded hands in 2020 for $7,215,000.
“The house has been completely redesigned and restored, essentially new construction wrapped in timeless architecture,” says broker Lindsay Rothman by Compass Greater NY LLC. “Every finish was hand-selected to the highest level of quality and craftsmanship. I have visited countless luxury properties, and this truly stands out as the most special home I have ever experienced.”
Ornate details include intricate millwork, floor-to-ceiling glass walls, built-ins, a grand curved staircase and four fireplaces. According to the listing, “Every inch of this home has been thoughtfully designed to provide distinction, privacy and quiet grandeur.”
“The original floor has been preserved and refinished to perfection; it is breathtaking,” notes Rothman. “Interestingly, even with several experts brought in during the restoration, no one could identify the exact type of wood. That’s how unique it is.”
You will also find every conceivable luxury amenities in the carefully composed interior of 9,200 square meters.
“This wasn’t a gut renovation; it was a real restoration,” she says. “Where possible, the owners have retained or replicated original details to honor the home’s heritage. Despite its scale and resort-level amenities – a spa, steam room, massage room, fitness center, billiards room, 500-bottle wine cellar and sauna – it still feels incredibly warm and livable. The flow is exceptional.”
The luxury residence offers panoramic water views from almost every room in the house and is custom built for large-scale entertaining.
A gourmet chef’s kitchen features waterfall countertops, a custom 94-inch L’Atelier Pro range, Le Rhone cabinetry and a custom curved banquette. A spacious primary suite has a fireplace, separate sitting area and marble bathroom with bathtub.
“Over five painstaking years, the owners paid tribute to the home’s original character while seamlessly integrating modern luxury,” says Rothman. “The result is a home that feels both historic and refreshingly contemporary, with an effortless, almost architectural flow.”
There’s also a formal dining gallery, a piano alcove, a special spa grand piano, a screening room, and even a pet spa for four-legged family members.
Outside, multiple lounges, expansive terraces and covered verandas overlook the manicured gardens and landscaped gardens.
“There are numerous spaces designed for outdoor living: from the upper veranda to the side patio and gardens, every vantage point captures the water,” she says. “I believe the next buyer will be someone looking for a true legacy, something to cherish today and pass down for generations.”
The spacious lot also has an in-ground pool, pool house and deep-water dock with direct access to Long Island Sound.
“The private jetty offers a depth of 6 feet on one side and 40 feet on the other, providing direct access to Long Island Sound,” she adds. “It offers all the amenities of a luxury Manhattan building, yet you have complete privacy, surrounded by open air and water, just 35 to 40 minutes from New York City.”
