Sylvan Rock, Aston Martin’s first foray into home design, might leave you both shaken and stirred. The British car designer has partnered up with Rhinebeck and New York City-based S3 Architecture to create the innovative modern estate, which is situated on 55 acres in the Hudson Valley and built upon a rock that bears its name. The $7.7 million compound is listed exclusively through Corcoran Country Living, a leading residential real estate brand for nearly 50 years with brokerages in New York City, the Hamptons, and South Florida. The developers chose Corcoran because of their ability to do outreach both in New York City and globally via their vast network.
With Aston Martin behind the wheel, things are bound to get sporty. The property showcases a main house, pool house, and three guest “pods,” whose designs play off of the dramatic landscape, offering a new definition of the modern rural retreat. “At the core of the vision is a strong connection to nature, wellness, flexible-use spaces, and accommodation for extended stay guests,” says S3 Architecture Partner Doug Maxwell.
Enrobed in glass walls, the four-bedroom, six-bathroom, 5,983-square-foot main house offers unparalleled access to the property’s bucolic surroundings. With its secluded locale, however, Sylvan Rock’s inhabitants can still live life to the fullest without the neighbors watching.
Any lair worth its salt also needs a subterranean portion, and Sylvan Rock has one specifically for those who collect cars. Park your own Aston in the gallery garage and admire it from the other side of a glass wall in the attached lounge and wine cellar, which showcases Aston Martin’s signature cross-hatched lattice design.
Guests of Sylvan Rock can enjoy a stylish visit in one of the compound’s three guest “pods” built to provide complete privacy. For the ultimate in relaxation, the nearly 900-square-foot wellness pavilion includes a wet bar, dry sauna, and hot tub. The spacious grounds also feature a food garden and walking trails throughout.
In total, Sylvan Rock—located just two hours’ drive from New York City—offers nearly 8,500 square feet of interior space, all crafted with the highest level of occupant luxury, comfort, and wellness in mind. In the immortal words of Q: “Do be careful with this one, 007.”
This article appears in November 2020.
