Gay's Westchester Blog

There is simply no other property in the area quite like this magnificent home. Chosen as the site for soap operas, commercials, movies (scenes from the remake of the Manchurian Candidate with Denzel Washington & Meryl Streep in 2004), this approx. 8966 square foot 7 bedroom, 7.2 bath majestic es...

Everyone buyer has a budget, and only wishes to spend a certain amount on any home. Always the less the better! However, if your budget were to be $750,000 or perhaps $775,000, what could you possibly obtain for that amount in New Rochelle?  Which home offers the best value?22 Argyll  Avenue has ...

One of my biggest regrets is not having purchased a home in the New Rochelle Bayberry community when we first considered  were seeking a home in New Rochelle so many years ago  ( can't give away my age!). This community was built in the 1950's and there were basically 3 different original styles ...

A wonderful annual tradition, New Rochelle's "Paine to Pain Half Marathon" organized by the New Ro Runners.  So named as Thomas Paine used to live in New Rochelle,  and the race starts close to the Thomas Paine Museum and Cottage near Paine Avenue. Not for the feint of heart as the trail is tough...

New Rochelle has so much to offer and is simply a wonderful city in which to live. This weekend marks the date for a wonderful New Rochelle/Pelham Artsfest celebration, and should not be missed!    CLICK  on the following link for the GREAT details!!  FINAL ArtsFest-2017-Pages

Every fall, I like to dry the lavender collected from my garden. and augment the crop with store bought lavender seeds, and then give to friends and clients alike! The smell is simplywonderful, and they can make any 'unmentionable' drawer smell divine!Of course, living in New Rochelle is just as ...

Don't forget to come and cheer on those hardy runners  for the 2017 Paine to Pain Half Marathon who help make our great city just perfect!It is always an exciting event, and even if you aren't racing,  there is always such an excitement surrounding this great event. The race starts  by Paine Aven...

New Rochelle is GREAT!

If you have ever frequented one of the  beach clubs that are situated along Davenport Road, then you will have surely noticed Davenport Park.  20 tranquil acres, and  featuring a Shakespeare garden and accommodates seasonal sled riding! Perfect!  A valid omnicard is required.There are also some v...

  I recently  had lunch at the North End Tavern (located at 1301 North Avenue).  While my sons have frequented the tavern, I hadn't gone there and had no idea what to expect. It is advertised as a sports bar, and there are certainly  large sized screens around the bar and in the dining area. Ther...