23 Smith Street, Shelter Island, NY 11964

Step through the gate and experience the enchantment of this charming, turn-key Arts and Crafts bungalow, circa 1931, set on a lovely corner in an old farming area, within close proximity to town, tennis, playground and beaches. With every turn, the lush visuals of flowering perennials, specimen trees, bookended cherry blossoms and dedicated garden 'rooms' with flower beds will mesmerize and re-energize your spirit. The home, filled with many original details and tastefully restored, features a formal living room with fireplace leading to a breezy screened porch, formal dining room with views to a romantic sequestered garden surrounded by yews, a country kitchen renovated in 2009 with windowed breakfast area, soapstone counters, appliances installed in 2021, two guest bedrooms with hall bath, and a full second floor, sun-filled primary suite with office area, sitting room, Jacuzzi bath. A pool house has cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, an outdoor shower and half bath with secluded meditation garden, one of the many delights secreted along the grounds, including a patio just outside the breakfast area, a garden shed and the focal point, a 60x12 lap pool surrounded by towering privacy plantings, with bluestone coping. This one-of-a-kind charmer has it all!