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Sands Point, NY

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An elite, coastal community home to historic estates

Historic Architecture Waterfront Upscale Golf Scenic

The beautiful community of Sands Point is unique in its stunning architecture, historic sites, and upscale housing. Sands Point is located at the northernmost tip of the Cow Neck Peninsula on the North Shore of Long Island in Nassau County. From the Sands Point Golf Club to the Village Club of Sands Point, there is no shortage of golf courses and country clubs in this small town. Gorgeous homes, luxury apartment rentals, and picturesque views of the Long Island Sound await you in Sands Point. The most notable site in Sands Point is the Sands Point Preserve, a 216-acre estate around the Great Gatsby era that’s home to beautiful landscaped gardens, Castle Gould, and Hempstead House, a historic, castle-like estate from 1912 that hosts community and private events. Sands Point offers a private location with an elite atmosphere, while maintaining proximity to New York City, located just 30 miles away from town.

Transportation

4

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

19

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sands Point Preserve
  • Science Museum of Long Island
  • Garvies Point Museum & Preserve
  • Bartow-Pell Woods
  • Davenport Neck Bird Sanctuary

Airports

  • Laguardia
  • Westchester County

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