Welcome to Shelter Island - a place where time slows down and nature takes center stage. Accessible only by ferry, this rare island community offers a level of peace, privacy, and authenticity that is nearly impossible to find in today's world. Set on over 2 acres of beautifully engineered rolling landscape, this property has been thoughtfully designed to enhance natural beauty while addressing elevation and drainage for long-term peace of mind. Bordering the historic Sylvester Manor, the property enjoys direct proximity to preserved land, scenic walking trails, and a setting rich in history and natural beauty-ensuring both privacy and a protected backdrop that will remain timeless. Surrounded by open skies, coastal breezes, and abundant wildlife, this is a setting where mornings begin with birdsong and evenings end under starlit skies. Enjoy biking along quiet roads, swimming in nearby freshwater lakes, boating, fishing, or simply relaxing with a book as the day slips away. Unlike the increasingly crowded Hamptons, Shelter Island preserves the essence of what made the East End special-unspoiled, understated, and deeply connected to nature. With limited inventory and growing demand, opportunities like this are increasingly rare. Whether as a private retreat, legacy property, or long-term investment, this offering represents more than real estate-it's a lifestyle"Private Shelter Island retreat minutes from the Hamptons and North ferry-only exclusivity,privacy,wellness,retreat feel,boating,escape from overdeveloped Hamptons
| MLS # | 981046 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2003 |
| Days On Site | 152 |
| Listing Provided By | Keller Williams Realty Greater | Ron Moschetta |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,856 |
| Basement | Y |
| Acreage | 2.20 |
| Cooling | Central Air |
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| Heating | Oil |
| Interior Features | First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Chefs Kitchen |
| Appliances | Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
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| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| Parking Features | Common |
| Utilities | Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Trash Collection Public |
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| Sewer | Cesspool |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
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| Tax Assessed Value | 1589000 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 11090.58 |
| State | NY |
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| County | Suffolk County |
| City | Shelter Island |
| Zip Code | 11964 |
| School District | Shelter Island School |
| Elementary School | Shelter Island School |
| High School | Shelter Island School |
| Listing VS Median (in 11964) | |
Price: $3,499,000 low | high Med: $1,999,999 sqft: 3,856 low | high Med: 2,777 $ / sqft: $907 low | high Med: $720 On site: 152 low | high Med: 130 | |
| State | NY |
|---|---|
| County | Suffolk County |
| City | Shelter Island |
| Zip Code | 11964 |
| School District | Shelter Island School |
| Elementary School | Shelter Island School |
| High School | Shelter Island School |
| Listing VS Median (in 11964) | |
Price: $3,499,000 low | high Med: $1,999,999 sqft: 3,856 low | high Med: 2,777 $ / sqft: $907 low | high Med: $720 On site: 152 low | high Med: 130 | |