9 Watkins Place

Description

Welcome to 9 Watkins Place, New Rochelle - a meticulously renovated residence in the Glenwood Lake neighborhood. Thoughtfully reimagined from top to bottom, this exceptional home seamlessly blends timeless charm with modern luxury and peace of mind. Every major system has been upgraded, including **all-new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, water heater, and a new copper water service line**, ensuring years of comfort, efficiency, and reliability. The impressive exterior has been completely transformed with **new siding, windows, doors, gutters, and custom metal railings**. A newly constructed **detached two-car garage, repaved asphalt driveway** with ample parking, and beautifully landscaped grounds further enhance the property's curb appeal. Set on a true level lot, the home also features a private fenced backyard and expansive patio — perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, and summer gatherings. **The finished walk-out basement offers additional approximately 687 square feet** of recreation space, including a laundry room plus two versatile bonus rooms perfectly suited for a gym, office, media room, or playroom. Inside, an inviting foyer opens to elegant living and dining spaces filled with natural light. **New hardwood floors**, crown molding, wainscoting, recessed lighting, and a wood-burning fireplace create a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere throughout the first floor. The stunning eat-in kitchen is the heart of the home, appointed with a **large center island, exquisite Taj Mahal quartzite countertops**, custom cabinetry, a farmhouse sink with garbage disposal, built-in dual gas ovens, a wine cooler, smart range hood, and premium stainless-steel appliances. Just off the kitchen, an elegant **dry bar** with additional custom cabinetry offers the perfect space for morning coffee, evening cocktails, effortless entertaining, and extra storage. Completing the first floor are a stylish powder room and a functional mudroom with direct access to the backyard and garage. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a tranquil retreat with room for a king-sized bed, an oversized closet, and a spa-inspired en-suite bath featuring a double vanity and soaking tub. An adjacent **spacious sitting area** can serve as a cozy lounge or home office. Additional bedrooms are thoughtfully updated, featuring hardwood flooring, crown molding, and contemporary lighting. Every bathroom has been beautifully designed with solid wood vanity, quartz tops, premium porcelain tiles, trendy fixtures, LED anti-fog mirrors, and Bluetooth-enabled exhaust fans. The third floor provides more flexibility, offering a private bedroom with its own full bathroom and generous closet storage. Ideally located less than five minutes from the **New Rochelle/Pelham Metro-North** stations, 9 Watkins Place offers an effortless 30-minute commute to Manhattan. The home is also just a short stroll to the Daniel Webster Magnet Elementary School and Glenwood Lake Park, with shops, restaurants, playgrounds, and other local conveniences nearby. This is a rare opportunity to own a home with high-end finishes, modern infrastructure, and exceptional outdoor space in one of New Rochelle’s most desirable neighborhoods.