Francis York

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1907 Mansion Built for a Railroad Tycoon’s Heir, Just 20 Miles From NYC

This property is on the market for $33,000,000, listed with the Gambino Group - Compass.

Built between 1901 and 1907 for George Crocker, son of railroad magnate Charles Crocker, the 58-room Jacobean-style mansion was modeled after Bramshill House, one of the largest and most important Jacobean prodigy house mansions in England.

Designed by architect James Brite, the estate combines grandeur with functionality, offering a staggering 50,000 square feet of living space on 12 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds.

The mansion features 21 bedrooms and 26 bathrooms, along with a host of opulent amenities. Notable highlights include a 45-foot-tall organ in the great hall, one of the last surviving 1906 Aeolian Player Pipe Organs in the U.S., and a library adorned with gold leaf décor. The home has been carefully restored, preserving its original Italian wood carvings and marble staircases, while adding modern luxuries for contemporary living.

Entertainment and leisure spaces abound, including a billiards room with a wet bar, a poker room, a cigar room, a home theater, and a wine cellar with a tasting room. For wellness, the mansion boasts an indoor spa, sauna, massage room, gym, and even a beauty salon. A restaurant-style kitchen capable of serving 250 meals underscores the estate’s potential for hosting large-scale gatherings.

Outdoors, the property offers a tennis court with a cabana, a swimming pool, two fountains, pergolas, and a gazebo, all framed by the scenic Ramapo Mountains. Additional features include a gatehouse and an eight-car garage, further emphasizing the estate's practicality alongside its historic charm.

All photos are from the previous listing. Photography by Evan Joseph