5 Waterfront and Parkside Luxury Homes Near New York City

Rising above Central Park South, Residence 2707 at the iconic Essex House—an Art Deco hotel built in 1929—brings hotel living into a fully renovated, floor-through setting. Oversized picture windows frame Central Park views, while blond herringbone floors carry light through the apartment. Gracious double entry doors open to a blue-and-white marble foyer and an easy combination living/dining room. Tucked behind a blue marble wall, the kitchen pairs top-of-the-line custom cabinetry with modern chef appliances, plus a bar with a built-in wine fridge and complementary cabinetry. The primary suite enjoys sweeping north, east, and west exposures for sunrises and sunsets over the Manhattan skyline. Two additional bedrooms sit apart for privacy, each with an en-suite marble bath, soaking tub, imported tile, and custom cabinetry, with an in-home laundry room nearby. Residents enjoy a desk, 24-hour concierge, bell and security staff, fitness center, utilities, and Central AC/heat and water services, with optional room service, housekeeping, spa treatments, and valet parking.

Commanding views from high above Riverside Park, this beautifully renovated four-bedroom residence frames the Hudson River from nearly every room, with over 100 feet of direct north- and west-facing outlooks that keep the interiors bright all day. Created from a thoughtful combination of two units, it restores 1920 pre-war details while layering in modern comforts. A gracious foyer opens to side-by-side living and dining rooms plus a den/media room, elegantly divided by solid oak French or pocket doors; custom oak built-ins add warmth and generous shelving. The eat-in chef’s kitchen—set between the entertaining spaces and the bedroom wing—features a 48-inch Viking Professional range with two ovens, SubZero refrigeration, Miele dishwasher, wine cooler, breakfast bar, and a new Bosch washer-dryer. Central air conditioning, solid oak floors, recessed lighting, and abundant custom closets complete the experience.

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Along the water’s edge on Candlewood Lake, this exceptional lakefront residence sits on a private, level lot with over 450 feet of shoreline and sweeping panoramic views. Rebuilt in 2006, the three-bedroom layout is designed for both easy everyday living and gracious entertaining, with a main level that moves naturally from inviting living and family rooms into an open kitchen and dining area. Generously sized rooms throughout offer comfort and flexibility, and every room is oriented to the lake, strengthening the sense of connection to the water. A lower level adds versatile living space—ideal for guests, fitness, hobbies, or gatherings—with direct access to outdoor living areas and the waterfront. Professionally landscaped gardens frame patios and a private dock, with effortless shoreline access. Set within New Fairfield’s sought-after Hollywyle community, it’s a serene retreat with reach to Manhattan.

Along the water’s edge in Hampton Bays, 20 Penny Lane unfolds as a rare waterfront compound shaped around outdoor living and easy time with family and friends. Set on nearly a full acre, it pairs expansive lawns with bulkheaded shoreline and deep-water dockage, creating a true boating-centric lifestyle. Indoors, an expansive gourmet kitchen flows into a dining area warmed by a wood-burning fireplace, then opens to a dramatic vaulted living room filled with natural light. Large glass doors lead to a covered porch overlooking the heated gunite pool, lawn, dock, and open water beyond. The upper-level primary suite feels like a private retreat, with water views, a balcony, and a dedicated office or sitting room with an additional balcony. Two main-level guest suites, flexible lower-level accommodations, two laundry areas, and a separate cottage with wet bar complete the experience.

Along the water’s edge in Baldwin Harbor, 1 North Drive is a new-construction retreat designed around daily life on the bay. Set on an approximately .36-acre corner parcel with frontage on both North Drive and Bayfront Drive, the home is defined by its rare 125 feet of direct, open-bay frontage. The architecture is thoughtfully oriented to embrace the setting, with spectacular bay views and the rhythm of sunrises and sunsets unfolding from virtually every room.