The Gables

This residence was designed for Dr. William Goodwin Perry by famed architect EhrickRossiterin 1912. It was know as "The Gables" and was a departure from earlier works of Rossiterin that it captured the elegance of the Tudor Revival style for the new-world country estate.Notable features are a three-bay facade with ridge to street gable roof and intersecting cross gables with varying ridge lines. Gables ends are cantilevered, eaves flared and brackets scrolled. Outstanding architectural detailing and fine finishing is evident through outall the rooms. There are three fireplaces, an eat in Cook's kitchen, 2 saunas panelled library octagonal family room, 5/6 bedrooms and 8 full and three half baths. The master bedroom has 2 baths. Separate staff quarters are attached with private entrance. The cabana/pool apartment with full kitchen is attached to the main house.The very private park-like 10 acre property is electronically gated and fenced. The grounds are impeccable, yet easily maintained and include sweeping lawns, TheGables is situated on a terraced hillside lot with western views down Kirby Brook. Other buildings on the property included a four bedroom Cottage, an air conditioned vintage guest house with 2 fireplaces, stone ice house and barn. There is garaging for 8 cars.This very special offering represents the ultimate luxury and privacy in a casual atmosphere GunitePool, Har-TruTennis Court,Ice House, 9.97 Acres, Pond, Attached Pool/Cabana Area. Grand Lawn, Barn, Circular Drive, Irrigation System. Gracious Grand Gated Entry. Minutes from the Washington Green. Fully renovated caretaker's wing,Music System, Elevator