Leahead – A Gold Coast Waterview Masterpiece with Exclusive Beach Rights. Welcome to Leahead, a rare and remarkable 1896 waterview estate in Glen Cove’s prestigious Red Spring Colony, offering exclusive beach rights to Red Spring Colony Beach. This lovingly restored mansion seamlessly blends historic grandeur with modern luxury on 1.34 acres of landscaped gardens, tranquil woodlands, a sparkling pool with waterfall, a spa, overlooking the Long Island Sound. With a story as rich as its architecture, Leahead was originally built by Henry W. J. Bucknall, an English-born businessman and successful cork importer. In 1897, Bucknall purchased a five-acre parcel in what was then a newly forming enclave for New York’s elite. He named the estate Leahead after his ancestral home in England, becoming one of the first to settle in what would become the highly sought-after Red Spring Colony. The home itself remains a tribute to the craftsmanship of its era, featuring gleaming hardwood floors, intricately carved wood paneling, high coffered and open-beam ceilings, and six exquisite fireplaces. Leaded-glass windows and enormous original pocket doors, designed to complement the architectural character of each room, offer a sense of elegance and continuity throughout. These grand interior spaces are ideal for entertaining on a large scale, yet equally suited to comfortable everyday living. At the heart of the home lies the impressive reception hall, crowned by a large skylight that fills the space with natural light. From here, the residence unfolds into a magnificent banquet hall with a barrel-vaulted ceiling, a monumental limestone fireplace, and French doors that open onto a terrace. The adjoining formal living room features its own fireplace, a large bay window, and additional French doors leading to another patio with panoramic water views. An arched staircase rises gracefully to a balcony library set above the paneled great room with a secret door to the powder room. The home’s vast basement includes staff quarters and significant storage space, offering additional flexibility for a variety of uses. At approximately 5,811 square feet (not including basement), this exceptional residence offers an irreplaceable combination of character, size, location, and luxury. It is also an Energy Star-certified home with a sophisticated, computer-controlled central heating and cooling system that ensures comfort year-round. Generator, new oil tank 2025. More than just a home, Leahead is a legacy estate—an extraordinary piece of Long Island’s Gold Coast history, now ready to be enjoyed for generations to come. View 3D tour and Floor Plan.
7,594 Sq Ft
1.34 Private Acres Exterior Space
Single Family Home
$400 Annually Maintenance/CC
$45,647 Annual Tax
Built in 1896
MLS/Listing ID 864320
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Walk-through Kitchen
Original Details
Open kitchen
Chef's Kitchen
Heating - Ducts
Style - Estate
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Oil Water Heater
ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Double Pane Windows
Screens
Wood Frames
Water View
Pool - Electric Heat
Pool - Fenced
Deck
Pool - Spa Combo
Pool - Outdoor
Pool - Inground
Dryer
Disposal
Dishwasher
Cooktop
Convection Oven
Construction - Brick
Cooling - ENERGY STAR-qualified Equipment
Cooling - Ductless
Cooling - Central Air
Cooling - Attic Fans
Rain Gutters
Lighting
Garden
Balcony
Backyard
Wood Burning Fireplace
Living Room Fireplace
Family Room Fireplace
Decorative Fireplace
Bedroom Fireplace
Natural Wood
Concrete Perimeter
Washer
Refrigerator
Oven
Microwave
Gas Range
Gas Cooktop
Freezer
Exhaust Fan
Electric Water Heater
Electric Oven
Lot - Near School
Open View
Skylights
Wall of Windows
Heating - Steam
Heating - Propane
Heating - Passive Solar
Heating - Other
Heating - Oil
Heating - Hot Water
Heating - Heat Pump
Heating - Baseboard
Wet Bar
Walk-in Closets
Storage
Soaking Tub
Smart Thermostat
Recessed Lighting
Pantry
Open Floor Plan
Kitchen Island
In-Law Floorplan
High Speed Internet
High Ceilings
Granite Countertops
Entrance Foyer
Eat-in Kitchen
Crown Molding
Chandelier
Cathedral Ceilings
Built-in Features
Breakfast Bar
Beamed Ceilings
Washer Hookup
Laundry Room
Inside
Electric Dryer Hookup
Lot - Views
Lot - Secluded
Lot - Private
Lot - Near Golf Course
Lot - Level
Lot - Landscaped
Lot - Garden
Terrace
Patio
Lot - Back Yard
Listing Courtesy of DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE, REGINA ROGERS - 516-945-0244
Source of Data: ONEKEY MLS