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$2,975,000

55 Island Drive
Ellenburg Depot, New York, United States

5bd 3ba 3,577 sqft

Listed By: Homes & Land Magazine

Listed On: 12/12/2024

Listing ID: GL12008765 View More Details

Description

Camp Northwind is an historic property built in 1928 by the popular early 20th century baritone amp; recording artist Reinald Werrenrath. The home was designed by the noted architectural firm of McKim Mead amp; White. Situated on a private island accessible by a causeway. It is located on Chazy Lake, a clear, spring-fed 1,900 ac lake in the beautiful Adk Mts., 8.5 ac w/ 3,400ft of lake frontage. Formerly a retreat for Eleanor Roosevelt amp; visited by celebrities, once owned by Brooke Shields. W/ this history, amp; architectural provenance, the home has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Feel the grandeur as you enter the Great Room w/ its 18ft ceilings, massive wood burning fireplace, leaded glass windows amp; adjoining sitting room amp; library. Original custom woodwork creates a feeling of timeless beauty. Main floor further consists of a formal dining room, an open floor plan to include a (summer) dining porch, foyer, bathroom amp; a gourmet chef#039;s kitchen w/ a Garland range amp; adjoining pantry. Hardwood floors throughout, in addition to custom antler chandeliers amp; antique lighting. 2nd floor in the main house you#039;ll find a balcony overlooking the Great Room, 3 guest bedrooms serviced by 1 full bathroom, amp; the primary bedroom w/ a fireplace, large dressing room, amp; ensuite bathroom. 3rd floor features an expansive dormitory suite w/ 3 queen beds amp; a full bathroom. The island further boasts a 1 slip, 2-story boathouse w/ a game room on the upper level w/ magnificent views of the secluded cove. An expansive sundeck provides ample space for your guests to enjoy this fabulous lake. Other features include a stone patio overlooking the lake, a large basement w/ garage space, an original ice house now converted to a guest cottage amp; 1/2 bathroom, outdoor shower, a lean-to, amp; grounds w/ outdoor perennial flowers.. A 24#039; x 36#039; utility barn is located off the island. Located just a short drive from Lake Placid, Montreal or Burlington Vt.