8525 Colonial Rd New York City, NY 11209

A distinguished Colonial Revival residence with subtle Arts & Crafts character, this gracious corner home sits on an expansive 52 x 78 property in the heart of Bay Ridge. Surrounded by light and open sky on three sides, the home offers a rare sense of privacy, warmth, and scale. Beautifully maintained throughout the years, it blends timeless original details with thoughtful updates and a layout designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Complete with a private landscaped yard, bluestone paved outdoor entertaining areas, and a two car garage, the property offers a lifestyle rarely found in Brooklyn. The main level features beautifully proportioned rooms filled with natural light, original moldings, and preserved hardwood floors throughout. At the center of the living room is a charming wood burning fireplace framed by an inglenook alcove, a signature Arts & Crafts detail that creates an intimate and welcoming gathering space. The sun filled dining room features a built in window seat and windows on two exposures. The kitchen combines warmth and functionality with a Wolf six burner gas range, built in Wolf microwave and convection steam ovens, Miele dishwasher, Bosch refrigerator, stainless steel Franke farmhouse sink, and a butler's pantry with ample storage. Direct access to the backyard creates an effortless indoor outdoor flow ideal for entertaining. A powder room and split system heating and cooling units complete this level. Upstairs are four generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a flexible room currently configured as a custom California Closets dressing room with its own private bathroom. The primary bathroom features double sinks, a frameless glass shower, soaking tub with jets. Central air conditioning services the second floor. The finished lower level offers additional flexible living space ideal for media, guests, recreation, or a home office, along with a full bathroom featuring Perrin & Rowe fixtures, Samsung washer and dryer, bamboo and tile flooring, and an extra long cedar closet. Outside, beautifully landscaped grounds filled with seasonal trees, shrubs, and flowering perennials surround the home, while the private rear yard provide a serene setting for outdoor dining, gardening, summer barbecues, or quiet relaxation. Lovingly cared for and meticulously maintained, this is a truly special home offering timeless character, comfort, and exceptional space in one of Brooklyn's most desirable neighborhoods. First public open house June 7th 12-2pm