Single Family
52 Piping Rock Road
Active · Oyster Bay · Nassau County, NY 11560
- Bedrooms
- 6 Beds
- Bathrooms
- 9 Baths
- Year built
- 1929
- Est. monthly taxes
- $10,939.42
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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 the natural heart of the home: a sun-drenched breakfast nook overlooking the gardens, a sprawling island ideal for casual dining, and a comfortable sitting area perfect for gathering with family and guests. The primary suite is a sanctuary: sitting room, two ensuite baths, fireplace, and a private balcony with sweeping estate views. Outside, a heated pool, Har-Tru tennis court, and beautifully landscaped gardens round out the resort-caliber grounds. A superbly maintained estate where historic soul meets modern ease — minutes from top schools, village amenities, and convenient rail access to the city.
Listing snapshot
- Days on site
- 59 days
- Listed on MLS
- Jun 10, 2026
- Full baths
- 7
- Half baths
- 2
- Annual property tax (MLS)
- $131,273
- Tax year
- 2025
- Area source (MLS)
- Public Records
- Listing brokerage
- Daniel Gale Sothebys Intl Rlty
- MLS ID
- KEY1011822
- Last updated
- Aug 20, 2026
General features
- Property type
- Single Family
- Property subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Year built
- 1929
- Garage
- Yes
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Water source
- Public
- Sewer
- Cesspool
- Utilities
- Trash Collection Private
Interior features
- Basement
- Storage Space, Unfinished
- Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Interior
- Formal Dining, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Primary Bathroom, Open Kitchen, Original Details, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Washer, Oil Water Heater
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplaces
- 6
Exterior features
- Architectural style
- Estate
- Construction materials
- Brick, Clapboard
- Exterior
- Tennis Court(s)
- Private pool
- Yes
Schools (MLS)
- Elementary school
- Ann Macarthur Primary School
- Elementary school district
- Locust Valley
- Middle school
- Locust Valley Middle School
- Middle school district
- Locust Valley
- High school
- Locust Valley High School
- High school district
- Locust Valley
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Recent activity
- First seen on this site
- Listing updated from MLS
- MLS status changed
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