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New York Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Robert De Niro's fictional home in ‘Zero Day' asks $15M — making it among the priciest for sale in its NYC-area county
An estate fit for a president — albeit a fictional one — just hit the market in Westchester County. Rabbit Hill estate, set along the Hudson River in the village of Briarcliff Manor, hit the market for $15 million, the Wall Street Journal reported. The Georgian Revival-style home received significant airtime as the fictional abode of George Mullen, a beleaguered former president played by Robert De Niro in the Netflix miniseries 'Zero Day,' which was released early this year. 12 The red brick estate sits at the end of a long, gated driveway. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 The lush property spans roughly 22 acres. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 De Niro sits opposite Angela Bassett in 'Zero Day.' JOJO WHILDEN/NETFLIX © 2024 The thriller's first episode opens with scenes of De Niro living out his temporary retirement at the house, swimming laps in the 50-foot pool and playing with his dog on the neatly trimmed lawn. In reality, the 22-acre estate is owned by hedge-funder Doug Haynes and his wife, Laurice Haynes, the Journal reported. Rabbit Hill's history dates back to 1929, when it was constructed by American architect Mott B. Schmidt for a Wall Street banker. Schmidt crafted homes for the likes of the Vanderbilts and the Astors, as well as 655 Park Ave. and a wing of Gracie Mansion. The red brick house at Rabbit Hill — accessed via a gated, quarter-mile-long driveway — spans roughly 13,000 square feet. The first floor includes a marbled-checked foyer, a modern kitchen and a sunken family room overlooking the garden. A curved, floating staircase, positioned over a herringbone brick floor, leads up to the second floor and its seven bedrooms. 12 The handsome foyer. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 Vaulted ceilings pair with arched doorways. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 The kitchen recieved a modern upgrade but maintained its colonial style. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 The formal dining room. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 The curved, floating staircase. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 A wood-paneled office. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 The primary bedroom glimpses the Hudson River beyond. Daniel Milstein Photography 12 The 50-foot pool and large pool house. Daniel Milstein Photography Listing agent David Turner, of Compass, told the Journal that part of home's value comes from the land itself, with its roughly 22 acres of lawns, gardens and woodlands overlooking the Hudson River. Rabbit Hill's current owners bought the property in 2016 for $9 million and proceeded to undertake millions of dollars worth of upgrades and restorations, the Journal reported. A location scout for 'Zero Day' approached the couple in 2023. 12 The historic property's acreage and vistas make it one of the most expensive listings in Westchester County. Daniel Milstein Photography What began as a six- to eight-week departure from their home turned into a year-long separation due to Hollywood strikes, and the owners bounced around a Palm Beach home and various rentals, according to the Journal. Netflix compensated the couple for their time away, according to the outlet, and gave the pair a cameo in a 'Zero Day' party scene for their troubles. The home was a principal location throughout the miniseries, which premiered to mixed critical reviews. Rabbit Hill was previously featured in the long-running NBC series 'The Blacklist,' as well.
New York Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Private island near NYC that's accessible only by boat lists for $29.99M
Another storied property in Connecticut's sought-after Thimble Islands is on the market. Rogers Island, a private 7.65-acre landmass in the Long Island Sound, is back on sale for $29.99 million. Not only is the property $5 million cheaper than when it listed last May — the sellers threw in an extra seaside compound on the mainland to sweeten the pot. The island, accessible only by boat, includes a 123-year-old Tudor house, a waterfront pool, a putting green and a plethora of outbuildings. Advertisement The green oasis served as a summer getaway for the family of its current owner, Greg Jensen, Mansion Global reported. Jensen serves as co-chief investment officer of Bridgewater Associates, the world's biggest hedge fund firm. 8 Rogers Island spans 7.65 acres. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty 8 The Tudor-style mansion was constructed in 1902 by a yachtsman. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty Advertisement 8 The mainland property at 51 Flying Point Road is a new addition to the listing. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty The plural properties, including the extra house on the mainland, relisted on Tuesday with Joseph Barbieri and Leslie McElwreath of Sotheby's International Realty, as announced by the brokerage in a Tuesday press release. The island previously went on sale last May with a different brokerage for $35 million. Roger Island's 8,746-square-foot Tudor house includes 10 bedrooms and two kitchens — one for marbletop entertaining and one tucked away for catering. The island further boasts a saltwater pool with a spa, a poolhouse with a waterside pergola, a gazebo, a tennis court and a putting green. Barbieri called the idyllic archipelago an 'alternative to the Hamptons.' Advertisement 'You'd never get anything like this for this price,' Barbieri said. 'They're not many of these that exist, period.' Outbuildings dot the island, including a four-bedroom guest cottage with a kitchen and a commercial-sized greenhouse. A studio cottage with an outdoor shower can double as a spa or an artist's studio, according to the listing. 8 The sweeping porch. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty 8 The property boasts unbeatable views of the Long Island Sound. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty Advertisement 8 The saltwater pool neighbors a spa and a gazebo. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty 8 The tennis court is hemmed in by a log fence. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty 8 A koi pond on the island. Daniel Milstein for Sotheby's International Realty The island itself is designed for smooth staff support. Next to the greenhouse are staff quarters with two ensuite bedrooms and kitchenettes. One pier is dedicated for service deliveries, while the other one — with direct access to the main house — is reserved for owners and guests. The island is named for John Rogers, an original settler in the area. Roger's family owned the island from 1710 to 1858, according to the listing. Jensen paid $21.5 million for the property in 2018. Barbieri said the family is parting with the home now that their children have grown up. They've even thrown 51 Flying Point Road into the bargain. The seaside compound in Stony Creek, Barbieri said, offers the next owners of Rogers Island easy access to their vacation home, or can be used as additional staff or guest housing.
