39 Upper DriveHuntington Bay, NY 11743Price: $1,700,000

Set in the Incorporated Village of Huntington Bay, this is a home built for bringing people together. A Belgian-block circular drive sweeps past layered gardens to a crisp double brick facade, and inside, freshly painted rooms and gleaming hardwood floors give the home a bright, welcoming feel. The living areas were made for entertaining. A vaulted ceiling, clerestory windows and a wall of glass fill the rooms with sun, while an oversized fireplace with a hand-carved mantel and a built-in bar make hosting effortless. The dining room, richly detailed with hand-carved paneling from the Astor Estate, opens to a veranda overlooking the property. The kitchen with wood cabinetry and granite counters opens to a private brick-walled patio, a welcoming spot for morning coffee or evening drinks with friends. Designed for adaptable living, the floor plan features flexible bedroom suites with en suites and lounge areas. A lower-level retreat and an all-season solarium provide ultimate versatility. Outside, the spacious grounds unfold like a private park, with mature maples, seasonal blooms, and walled patios that invite guests to spread out and settle in. At its heart, a wonderful heated in-ground pool and spa are wrapped by a generous deck, with a hand-painted poolside mural by noted Long Island artist Hans Gabali adding a touch you will not find anywhere else. Even the 2-car garage is heated and air conditioned. The community offers the added privacy of private roads and its own police. Minutes to Huntington's beaches, town and marinas, and within an hour of Manhattan, this is a warm, gracious home for a buyer who loves to entertain and live close to the water.