By Marion Lynch
RUMSON – Nestled between Oyster Bay and the Shrewsbury River with panoramic waterviews, 17 Oyster Bay Drive offers a water front experience that can’t be compared.
“It’s like owning your own private peninsula,” say Pauline Poyner, sales associate with Heritage House Southeby’s International Realty, who is marketing the property. “The views are spectacular.”
Just steps from Sea Bright beaches, a short drive to dining and shopping in Red Bank and minutes from the ferry to Manhattan, the property is a private waterfront resort that’s close to all of the conveniences of Monmouth County living.
Built in 1988, the 9,500 square foot home on nearly two acres is a boater’s dream, with riparian grants, 1,000 feet of deep-piling bulk- head, a fully equipped dock with boat lift, a jet ski lift and an additional floating dock.
Thanks to a generous donation of land by the home’s owner, nearby Gunning Island, situated in the mouth of the Shrewsbury River, will remain a pristine habitat for wildlife, a stopover for migratory birds and a resting place for paddlers in perpetuity.
The home was designed and built to maximize the natural beauty of the property and surrounding water, with expansive views from every room.
Walk through the double doors to a lofted
entry foyer with a dramatic circular staircase.
The home has six bedrooms, seven baths, plus
an in-law suite and housekeeper’s quarters.
A gourmet eat-in kitchen, great room with bar and fireplace and formal dining room all provide plenty of space for family life and entertaining.
The climate-controlled garage offers storage for eight vehicles and is equipped with a full-house generator.
Outside, enjoy the water views from the heated gunite pool that’s perfect for entertaining friends, with a pool house that’s attached to the main house featuring a full kitchen, sitting area and bath.
When it’s time to work, the office, appointed with custom wood cabinetry, a wall of windows and full bath provides a quiet retreat to conduct business without leaving home.
“It’s a wonderful family home,” says Poyner. “It’s a perfect home for a full-time resident, and it can also be a great second home.”
With the open floor plan and meticulously landscaped property, it make a great home for entertaining, and is well-known for the many philanthropic events held there, Poyner says.
17 Oyster Bay Drive is offered for sale for $3.6 million.
Listing agent Pauline Poyner can be reached at 732-842-8100.
