If you dream of owning a home that was the set of a famous book, look no further than Jean Kerr’s Larchmont, NY home. It’s listed for $5.495 million.
This is the front exterior of the house showcasing a concrete walkway flanked by gardens and flowering shrubs along with trees, a couple of concrete posts and grass lawns to complement the brick exteriors. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the main entrance of the house with a pathway flanked by flowering shrubs, red brick exterior walls, hand-crafted wooden main door and panels that have intricate carvings and wrought-iron. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. 
Upon entry into the house, you are welcomed by this foyer that has a dark wooden intricate main door that matches the tone of the dark flooring tiles contrasted by the bright walls with a small alcove for a bench. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is another view of the foyer showcasing more of its dark flooring tiles, wrought-iron lighting and a view of the hallway on the side through a walkway leading to a sitting room with hardwood flooring. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a closer look at the hallway just beyond the foyer with cushioned arm chairs, a built-in cushioned bench nook, hardwood flooring adorned with an area rug and exposed wooden beams at the ceiling. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. The exposed wooden beams of the ceiling matches well with the hardwood flooring, the steps of the staircase and the wood paneling of the walls brightened by the window with a view of the courtyard. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. The formal living room has a tall ceiling with a hand-crafted intricate coffered wooden design that has detailed carvings to match the wall panels brightened by the large glass wall on the side. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is another view of the living room that showcases more of the cushioned sofa, glass-top coffee table and large white structure of the fireplace with intricate details. On the far side is a piano and a view of the library. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. The dining room has a large wooden rectangular dining table surrounded by cushioned beige chairs that match the tone of the curtains for the glass doors that allow access to the outdoor areas. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the family room that has multiple cushions sofas surrounding a cushioned coffee table across from the large screen above a low built-in entertainment cabinet with shelves and drawers. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the eat-in kitchen with a large kitchen island topped with marble matching the white cabinetry and the white dining table. These are then complemented by gray walls, gray backsplash and lighting. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. The primary bedroom has a large bed on one side adorned by the sconces, bench and area rug across from the large fireplace with a white mantel. These are all complemented by the hardwood flooring and gray walls. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the side of the bedroom that showcases a small kitchenette with a small bar, a door leading to the closet and a door leading to the bathroom on the far corner with a view of the bathtub. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This other bedroom has a large white wooden sleigh bed that stands out against the hardwood flooring across from the fireplace surrounded by white bricks topped with a floating shelf and has a study area by the window. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This other bedroom has a bed with a wooden gray frame that matches the bedside dressers and the wooden wainscoting. On the far side by the wide window is the study area with a wooden gray desk. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a view of the bathroom that showcases a white porcelain freestanding bathtub that has intricate silver legs that matches the fixtures and the handles of the cabinets of the vanity with beige counter. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the walk-in closet with a carpeted floor, dark brown wooden built-in cabinets on the walls that has drawers, cabinets, shelves and even a built-in bench nook with cushion on the far corner window. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the wooden dark spiral staircase by the side entrance of the house with a small glass door that leads to the courtyard outside. This area has dark flooring tiles contrasted by the light gray walls. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the upper-level landing of the house at the top of the dark wooden staircase with wooden banisters. The tall ceiling of the staircase has a decorative chandelier and exposed beams. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a view of the playroom with a couple of large gray sofas against the walls, a TV on an entertainment cabinet, a colorful area rug and foosball table on the far side near the crafts table. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. The home office has a large white desk and a black swivel office chair on a blue area rug over the dark hardwood flooring brightened by the windows with view of the Long Island Sound. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a full view of the home office showcasing more of the blue area rug, the white desk and the white built-in cabinets and shelves behind the chair for office supplies and books. These are then topped with a tall arched ceiling. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the library that has a hardwood flooring to match the wooden built-in bookshelves and hand-carved wall panels. This area also has a large sofa and a couple of leather arm chairs surrounding a glass-top coffee table. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is an exercise area with a wide space that has marble tiles and mats laid out for the yoga area and exercise equipment across from a large stone fireplace with a wooden mantel bearing sports memorabilia. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a reading nook with a comfortable beige chair and foot stool surrounded by glass windows on three sides above low gray walls and hardwood flooring with a furry area rug under the chair. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is the side of the courtyard just outside the glass doors of the foyer with a couple of planters flanking the concrete walkway. You can also see here the red brick exterior walls of the house. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a view of the courtyard from the vantage of the foyer glass doors showcasing a concrete walkway leading to the stone fountain in the middle with a view of the patio on the left side. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a closer look at the stone mosaic fountain in the middle of the courtyard with views of the red brick exterior walls of the house matched by the red brick flooring of the courtyard. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This view of the courtyard showcases the stone mosaic fountain in the middle and the outdoor fireplace on the far side with a stone structure to it surrounded by red brick walls and arched windows. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a closer look at the outdoor fireplace showcasing more of its rustic mosaic stone structure adorned by the red bricks and arched windows on the sides. This is paired with a woven wicker outdoor sofa. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This other side of the courtyard is the patio area with an outdoor dining area on the side with a round dining table surrounded by outdoor chairs along with a lounge area on the other side of the low wall. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. The house also has a large grass lawn on the side adorned with landscaping of shrubs, tall trees, flowers and a set of red brick steps that lead back to the house through glass doors. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is an artist-rendered virtual swimming pool to showcase the potential of the space with a large pool surrounded by multiple lounges and planters bearing flowers and shrubs. 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This is an aerial view of the house showcasing a close look at its red brick exterior walls, large glass windows and walls along with sets of bells on the side. This view also shows the outdoor fireplace. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. 
This is an aerial view of the house showcasing the road, the beach, the surrounding thick tall trees and the large courtyard of the house surrounded on three sides by the exterior walls of the house. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is a top view of the house that showcases its U-shape surrounding a large courtyard in the middle with a visible fountain in the middle. This view of the house also showcases its proximity to the beach. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com. This is an aerial view of the house showcasing the surrounding neighborhood and structures along with a full view of the water scenery of the Long Island Sound. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
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Classic Luxury Home
The Kerr home is classy and unique. The 8,596 sq ft home has six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a library, a walk-in closet, and a family room. It was built in 1901. The property includes a white sand beach and beautiful views of Long Island Sound and Horseshoe Harbor.
Breathtaking Details
The home has a striking amount of character. A concrete walkway leads to the imposing front door, flanked on each side with shrubs and flowers. The dark wood door is oversized and inset, with matching wood panels on each side. The door and panels are intricately hand-carved. It’s set against the red brick exterior of the home.
The interior alcove features white brick walls and a rich dark tiled floor. The door continues all the way to the tall ceiling. It leads to a hallway and sitting room.
The hallway and sitting room feature exposed wood beams and rich hardwood floors. The bottom half of the walls are carved wood panels, and the top half is white.
The formal living room offers a stunning view with a window that encompasses most of one wall and wrought iron window panes. Carved wood panels adorn one wall. A large white fireplace with an intricate design brightens the space. The coffered ceiling is also made of hand-carved wood.
A wrought iron staircase leads to the library. The wrought-iron balcony provides a view of the living room from the library.
The primary bedroom is open and airy. It features hardwood floors and beige walls. A large white fireplace with an intricately carved mantle adorns one wall, across from the large bed. Large windows provide lots of natural light.
The bedroom also features a kitchenette and minibar. Doors lead to the walk-in closet and the bathroom.
The dining room has white walls and glass doors that lead to the courtyard. A rectangular wood table and upholstered beige chairs pair with beige curtains for a classy yet comfortable look.
The large courtyard features a circular stonework fountain in the center. Mature trees and shrubbery provide a beautiful view and seclusion. The carillon bells from France can be seen above the courtyard.
Claim to Fame
The residence has an interesting claim to fame. Jean Kerr released the book Please Don’t Eat the Daises in 1957. She penned the book in the home. More interestingly, the home is also the setting for the book. The book spawned a movie and a sitcom series.
The Kerr family ended up purchasing the home by a happy accident. They were to look at a home across the street. It was unavailable, so they were shown the home they ended up buying. The Kerr’s resided in the home until their deaths. They successfully raised six children in the stunning home.
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