Welcome to 436 Bay Avenue, a timeless 1890 single-family home offering an incredible opportunity to own a piece of East Patchogue's history. Boasting 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,464 square feet of living space, this home provides standard-defying room to grow. Step inside to discover a layout full of classic architectural character, waiting for your personal touches. What truly sets this property apart is its massive, park-like 0.65-acre lot—an absolute rarity this close to the water and the village! The expansive backyard serves as your private canvas for a pool, gardens, or ultimate outdoor entertainment. Enjoy the relaxing Sitting Room complete with a gilded age style fireplace, original hardwood floors and old world molding. The Formal Living Room features the splendor of yesteryear with french doors leading to an open veranda overlooking private grounds. A wonderful open floor plan throughout leads to the charming Eat-In Kitchen and fabulous study with custom painted ceilings, fireplace and doors leading additional grounds for entertaining. The uniquely designed oak banister and staircase lead to incredibly spacious rooms and the primary bedroom. All floor to ceiling windows and generous storage in every room. The third level of this intriguing Victorian offers 2 additional rooms and an open floor plan space. Completing this Gilded Age home on the upper level is a unique widow's walk to relax and enjoy incredible views. The grounds itself features two cozy gazebos, fountains and the cobblestone driveway leads to a 3 car detached garage. A separate guest cottage is also featured and an additional piece of this home's history to fall in love with.
Situated in a highly sought-after neighborhood, you are just minutes from local parks, scenic bay views, and the bustling shops and restaurants of downtown Patchogue Village. Commuting is effortless with the Patchogue LIRR station nearby. The charm, elegance and history will bring you back into the Gilded Age lifestyle and time period. Do not miss your chance to customize and restore this historic gem and enjoy the ultimate South Shore lifestyle. **Virtually staged for layout inspiration and with digital furniture to demonstrate room scale and potential layout. The home is currently being emptied.**