Real Estate

In addition to a fountain, the resort-like property has a pool area with a separate hot tub, a sitting area, a tennis court, and a sports court.

The full basement has a Board of Health Approval for two additional bedrooms and one bathroom.

While there's still time left on Old Man Winter's calendar, why not work on getting your cold-weather gear organized?

Located in an old vacation community, the house overlooks preserved land.

"If you got stuck on a road, an East Quogue resident would stop, pick you up, and drive you to the garage," says Al Algieri, president of the civic association.

The 2,572-square-foot home, now under contract, boasts four big bedrooms and can host large gatherings.

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At one point, there were 60 homes of doll-sized proportions in North Merrick. Residents say perhaps a half-dozen original ones remain, although they have been altered. The rest were torn down and replaced with larger residences.

Bordering the Hempstead Bay, the property was custom-built to the specifications of a previous owner.

Built in 1908, the house has been partially renovated with an updated master bedroom and bathrooms.

The house is in the Silver Beach area of Shelter Island, which is praised for its turquoise waters.