Plandome Manor
Quick Facts
County: Nassau County
Town: Town of North Hempstead
Zip Codes: 11030 (Manhasset portion), 11050 (Port Washington portion)
Approximate Population: 793 (2020 Census)
Incorporated: 1931 (Village)
Distance to Manhattan: ~20 miles
Nearest LIRR Stations: Plandome and Port Washington (Port Washington Branch)
Nearest Major Roadways: Plandome Road, Stonytown Road, Northern Boulevard (NY-25A)
School Districts: Manhasset UFSD (western portion), Port Washington UFSD (eastern portion)
Four Sections: Plandome Park, Plandome Mills, Circle Drive, Gull's Cove-Elm-Sea Lane
Community Overview
Plandome Manor is an incorporated village on the Cow Neck Peninsula, the northernmost of the three Plandome villages. It sits between Plandome to the south and Port Washington to the east, with Manhasset accessible further south. With a population of approximately 793, it is one of the smallest villages in Nassau County.
The village consists of four distinct sections: Plandome Park, Plandome Mills, Circle Drive, and Gull's Cove-Elm-Sea Lane. Each has its own character. The Plandome Country Club, a private members club with a golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and a swimming pool, occupies nearly a third of the village's land area. The club opened in 1931 as the Plandome Golf Club on land purchased from the Leeds family, which had owned a nearby estate.
Plandome Manor was incorporated in 1931, spurred in part by residents' opposition to a proposal by the Manhasset Sewer District to install sanitary sewers in the area. By incorporating, residents maintained control over infrastructure decisions. To this day, most homes in Plandome Manor rely on cesspools or septic systems rather than a public sewer system. The following year, the village annexed the territory occupied by the Plandome Country Club.
Like Plandome and Plandome Heights, Plandome Manor derives its name from the Latin Planus Domus, meaning "plain" or "level home." The Matinecock people called the area Sint Sink, meaning "Place of Small Stones."
The most critical detail for buyers: Plandome Manor is split between two school districts. The western portion is served by the Manhasset UFSD, and the eastern portion is served by the Port Washington UFSD. This split directly affects which schools children attend, which library serves the household, and the property's market value. Buyers should verify district boundaries at the address level.
Things to Do / Lifestyle & Amenities
Plandome Manor is almost entirely residential with no commercial district. For dining, shopping, and daily commerce, residents rely on the surrounding communities.
Manhasset's downtown along Plandome Road is a short drive south, with restaurants (Gino's, Umberto's, Louie's, Publicans), cafes, the Manhasset Cinemas, and local shops. The Americana Manhasset on Northern Boulevard provides luxury retail. Port Washington's Main Street, to the east, offers over 50 restaurants, the Dolphin Bookshop & Cafe, and the Landmark on Main Street performing arts center.
The Plandome Country Club provides golf, tennis, pickleball, and swimming for members. The club is a social anchor for the village and the surrounding Plandome communities.
The Science Museum of Long Island is located within the village at the Leeds Pond Preserve, offering hands-on science and nature programming.
Plandome Manor is served by two library systems depending on location: the Manhasset Public Library (western portion) and the Port Washington Public Library (eastern portion).
Outdoor Recreation
Despite its small size, Plandome Manor has access to nature preserves within the village and waterfront parks in surrounding communities.
Leeds Pond Preserve
A nature preserve within the village with walking trails through woods and along the water. The Science Museum of Long Island operates within the preserve, providing environmental and science education programming.
Plandome Country Club
A private members club occupying nearly a third of the village, with an 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and a swimming pool.
Village Beaches
Plandome Manor includes beach access within the Gull's Cove-Elm-Sea Lane section of the village.
Nearby Parks
Manorhaven Beach Park, North Hempstead Beach Park, Bay Walk Park, Bar Beach Park, and the Sands Point Preserve are all accessible in the Greater Port Washington area. Christopher Morley Park (98 acres) in Roslyn Heights and Whitney Pond Park on the Manhasset-Roslyn border provide additional options.
Nearby Communities
Plandome borders Plandome Manor to the south and has its own LIRR station on the Port Washington Branch. Plandome Heights is further south, adjacent to Manhasset. Port Washington is to the east, with its Main Street, LIRR station, and waterfront. Flower Hill borders to the south and east.
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Commute to Manhattan
Plandome Manor does not have its own LIRR station. Residents use the Plandome station (immediately south) or the Port Washington station (to the east), both on the Port Washington Branch — the only LIRR line that runs directly to both Penn Station and Grand Central Madison without a transfer at Jamaica.
Nearest LIRR Stations: Plandome and Port Washington (Port Washington Branch)
Branch: Port Washington Branch
Typical Travel Time to Penn Station: ~35 to 48 minutes depending on station and express vs. local
Service to Grand Central Madison: Direct, approximately hourly
Train Frequency: Every 15 to 30 minutes during peak hours; approximately every 30 minutes off-peak
Driving to Midtown Manhattan: Approximately 19 to 22 miles. Without traffic, the drive takes roughly 28 to 35 minutes via Plandome Road south to the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to the Queens-Midtown Tunnel, or via Northern Boulevard through Queens. During peak commute hours, expect 50 to 75 minutes depending on conditions.
History
The land that is now Plandome Manor was part of the broader Cow Neck Peninsula, originally inhabited by the Matinecock people (who called it Sint Sink) and settled by European colonists in the mid-17th century. The area remained agricultural for centuries.
Plandome Manor was incorporated as a village in 1931. The primary motivator was opposition to a Manhasset Sewer District proposal to install sanitary sewers in the area — residents preferred to maintain local control over infrastructure decisions and avoid the associated tax burden. In 1932, the village annexed the Plandome Country Club property, which had not been included in the original village boundaries.
The village's four sections developed at different times and reflect different characters. Plandome Park, located in the northwestern portion, is where author Frances Hodgson Burnett built her home, Fairseat, in 1908. Burnett wrote The Secret Garden while living there. After her death, the property was purchased by Leroy Grumman, co-founder of Grumman Aerospace Corporation.
Other notable residents include Ray Bolger, the actor who played the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz; John Hay Whitney, U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom and publisher of the New York Herald Tribune; Matthias Nicoll, an early Mayor of New York City and Speaker of the first Colonial Assembly; and Martin W. Littleton, a Brooklyn Congressman and District Attorney.
Real Estate Overview
Plandome Manor's housing stock is predominantly single-family detached homes on generous lots. Architectural styles include colonials, Tudors, contemporaries, and some newer construction. The village's four sections offer different characters: Plandome Park has some of the larger estate-style properties, while Plandome Mills, Circle Drive, and Gull's Cove-Elm-Sea Lane offer varied lot sizes and home styles.
Home prices in Plandome Manor generally range from $1.2 million to $3 million and above, depending on size, lot, condition, section, and school district. Properties within the Manhasset UFSD portion of the village typically command higher prices than comparable homes in the Port Washington UFSD portion. Inventory is extremely limited — with only 793 residents and approximately 250 households, only a handful of homes come to market in any given year.
Buyers should be aware that most homes in Plandome Manor use cesspools or septic systems rather than a public sewer. This is a legacy of the village's incorporation, which was driven in part by opposition to the Manhasset Sewer District's plans.
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Schools
Plandome Manor is split between two public school districts:
Manhasset UFSD — Serves the western portion of the village. The district operates Munsey Park Elementary, Shelter Rock Elementary, Manhasset Middle School, and Manhasset Secondary School. Manhasset Secondary has been recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School with a 98.5% graduation rate.
Port Washington UFSD — Serves the eastern portion of the village. The district operates five elementary schools, Carrie Palmer Weber Middle School, and Paul D. Schreiber Senior High School, enrolling approximately 5,200 students.
Both districts carry strong reputations. However, the specific district serving a property significantly affects pricing and buyer interest. Buyers should verify school district boundaries for any address before purchasing.
For additional details, visit the Manhasset Public Schools or Port Washington UFSD websites, or review district information on GreatSchools.org.
Who Considers Plandome Manor?
Buyers consider Plandome Manor for its combination of village-scale privacy, access to two of the North Shore's strongest school districts, and proximity to both the Manhasset and Port Washington downtowns and LIRR stations.
The village's small population (793 residents), generous lot sizes, and four-section layout create a residential character that feels more private and secluded than the denser residential streets in Manhasset or Port Washington. The Plandome Country Club, occupying nearly a third of the village, adds to the open, green character.
The two-school-district split is both an opportunity and a complexity. Buyers who prioritize the Manhasset UFSD can access that district within Plandome Manor, often on larger lots than are available in Manhasset proper. Buyers who prioritize the Port Washington UFSD may find comparably sized properties at different price points in the eastern section.
Buyers from Plandome and Plandome Heights sometimes move north to Plandome Manor for larger lots and a more secluded feel. Buyers relocating from Manhattan and Brooklyn are drawn to the direct LIRR access (via Plandome or Port Washington stations) and the school districts.
Buying or Selling in Plandome Manor?
Eric Berman and The Eric Berman Team at Compass operate from the North Shore, with direct knowledge of Plandome Manor and the broader Manhasset-Port Washington corridor. The team understands the two-school-district split that defines this market, the pricing differences between sections, and the infrastructure details (including septic/cesspool considerations) that matter in a purchase. Whether you're buying a colonial in Plandome Park or selling a property in the Gull's Cove section, the team brings local knowledge and real transaction experience.
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FAQ
Q: What school districts serve Plandome Manor?
A: Plandome Manor is split between the Manhasset UFSD (western portion) and the Port Washington UFSD (eastern portion). The district serving a specific address depends on location within the village and significantly affects pricing. Buyers should verify district boundaries at the address level before purchasing.
Q: How far is Plandome Manor from Manhattan?
A: Plandome Manor is approximately 20 miles from Midtown Manhattan. The Plandome and Port Washington LIRR stations are both nearby on the Port Washington Branch, providing direct service to Penn Station in approximately 35 to 48 minutes with no transfer required. By car, the drive takes 28 to 35 minutes without traffic and 50 to 75 minutes during peak hours.
Q: What is the difference between the three Plandomes?
A: All three are separate incorporated villages. Plandome (incorporated 1911) has its own LIRR station and is entirely within the Manhasset UFSD. Plandome Heights (incorporated 1929) is the southernmost, closest to Manhasset, with no train station. Plandome Manor (incorporated 1931) is the northernmost, bordering Port Washington, and is split between the Manhasset and Port Washington school districts. Each has its own village government.
Q: What types of homes are available in Plandome Manor?
A: Plandome Manor is predominantly single-family detached homes on generous lots, including colonials, Tudors, and contemporaries. Prices generally range from $1.2 million to $3 million and above. Inventory is extremely limited, with only a handful of homes coming to market each year. Most homes use cesspools or septic systems rather than a public sewer.
Q: What are the four sections of Plandome Manor?
A: Plandome Manor consists of four distinct sections: Plandome Park (northwestern portion, where Frances Hodgson Burnett built her home), Plandome Mills, Circle Drive, and Gull's Cove-Elm-Sea Lane (which includes beach access). Each section has its own character and lot sizes.
Q: What is the Plandome Country Club?
A: The Plandome Country Club is a private members club that occupies nearly a third of Plandome Manor's land area. It opened in 1931 as the Plandome Golf Club and offers an 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and a swimming pool. The club was annexed into the village in 1932.
Q: Who lived in Plandome Manor?
A: Notable residents include Frances Hodgson Burnett, who wrote The Secret Garden while living in Plandome Park; Leroy Grumman, co-founder of Grumman Aerospace, who purchased Burnett's home; Ray Bolger, who played the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz; and John Hay Whitney, U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom and publisher of the New York Herald Tribune.
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