52 Piping Rock Road, Locust Valley, NY 11560

Locust Valley
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Choice Realty
52 Piping Rock Road,Locust Valley, NY 11560
$8,975,000
  • 6 Beds
  • 9 Baths
  • 9,639 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: alexis mcandrew cbr, jason p. friedman
Office: daniel gale sothebys intl rlty
MLS#:1011822
Source:OneKey MLS

Price summary

  • Price:$8,975,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$931.11

About this home

A Legacy Estate of Uncommon Distinction — Buttonball Hill Conceived in 1929 for Vanderbilt heir Aldred Coster Schermerhorn, Buttonball Hill is a masterwork of Georgian architecture set amid sweeping manicured grounds. The classic red brick and clapboard exterior — crowned by a slate roof and crisp black shutters — announces itself with quiet authority. Inside, a double-height foyer with hand-carved moldings and a gracefully curved staircase sets the tone. Soaring ceilings and a natural flow make the principal rooms equally suited to intimate daily living and grand entertaining. The formal living room opens through French doors into a sun-filled solarium; the chestnut-paneled library and cozy den each offer their own fireplace and garden access. The chef’s kitchen is a true centerpiece — expansive and impeccably appointed, with top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and generous counter space designed for serious cooking and effortless hosting. Multiple seating areas make it...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1929
  • Listing ID #:1011822
  • Added:29 day(s) ago
  • Updated:July 10, 2026 at 11:09 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:6
  • Total bathrooms:9
  • Full bathrooms:7
  • Half bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:16
  • Flooring:Hardwood
  • Dining Description:Formal Dining
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Freezer, Kitchen Island
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Unfinished
  • Living area:9,639 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Oil
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1929
  • Building area:9,639 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:6.94 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Estate
  • Construction Materials:Brick, Clapboard
  • Exterior Features:Tennis Court(s)

Schools

  • High school:Locust Valley High School
  • Middle school:Locust Valley Middle School
  • Elementary school:Ann Macarthur Primary School

Utilities

  • Water:Public
  • Sewer:Cesspool

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$8,975,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$931.11
  • Tax amount:$131,273 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:High Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Pool features:In Ground

Parking

  • Parking description:Driveway, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:3
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