Old Brookville

Gracious homes on sprawling estates with wooden-post fences line the country lanes of Old Brookville, one of the most exclusive areas in the nation. A feeling of understated elegance marks the residential Gold Coast village, which is home to a couple of working farms, with residents buying pies from Youngs Farm and procuring vegetables from Rottkamp Brothers Farm. Old Brookville has a long equestrian history, and riding lessons, camps and boarding are available at The Red Barn and Gold Coast Equestrian. With Brookville's country vibe, it's hard to believe that Manhattan is only 25 miles away and that stores, restaurants and other services are minutes away in neighboring communities.