Welcome to Trafalgar House – A Storied Estate in Garden City Step into the legacy of bestselling author Nelson DeMille at Trafalgar House, a grand Tudor-style residence nestled in the coveted "The Hill" Section of Garden City. Built in 2003 and spanning nearly 10,000 sq. ft of living space and sitting on just shy of 3/4 of an acre, this stately home offers over 5 plus bedrooms, 8 full and 2 half baths, and blends classic elegance with modern sophistication. The grand foyer greets you with a stunning bridal staircase, adorned with rich mahogany paneling and radiant-heated fossil limestone floor. A convenient powder room and two spacious closets enhance the functionality of this exquisite space. To your left is the expansive formal living room with a gas fireplace, a mahogany-beamed ceiling and to your right a banquet size dining room. The great-room, a sanctuary of warmth, boasts a double-sided wood-burning fireplace and a built-in mahogany wet bar, ideal for cozy evenings and entertaining. Accessible from the foyer, the Chef’s Kitchen embodies elegance and functionality, perfect for both culinary enthusiasts and entertaining guests. At the heart of this space is a Wolf 6-burner stove with griddle, and a spacious island with honed marble inviting gatherings and providing both beauty and practicality. There is also a Wolf wall oven, microwave and warming drawer as well as a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher. Access to the expansive bluestone patio and outdoor kitchen is through French doors in the breakfast area. The grand dining room with trompe l’oeil fireplace and oversized leaded glass windows is seamlessly connected to the Kitchen through the Butler’s Pantry, which is equipped with a sleek sink and a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator. Rounding out the first floor is a side foyer and mudroom with access to the attached radiant heated garage, an impressive office or first floor bedroom with beautiful built-in shelving, a charming full bath with shower, and a laundry room featuring a practical laundry chute. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features cathedral ceilings, a private terrace, two walk-in closets, a spa-like Roman bath and primary sitting room with gas fireplace. Four ensuite guest rooms and a cozy sitting area round out the second level. The third floor offers a sun-filled playroom, craft room, gym with copper skylights, multiple cedar closets, and a full bath. The finished lower level boasts a custom English-style mahogany pub bar, home theater, library nook, gift wrapping room and bonus ensuite room. Outdoors, enjoy lush gardens, a bluestone patio, outdoor kitchen and bar, a charming gazebo, and a detached two-car garage with loft. Modern upgrades include a whole house filtration system, backup generator, indoor sprinkler systems and whole-home audio and security system. Trafalgar House is where history meets luxury—ready to welcome its next chapter.

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