Hearth of the Home: Six Fireplaces to Keep You Warm

When the forecast calls for staying in, a well-placed fireplace can make all the difference. Cold weather has a way of putting certain features into focus, and this time of year, the hearth of the home naturally becomes the main attraction. From original woodburning fireplaces to sleek, contemporary designs, these BHS listings know how to turn up the heat while temperatures remain low.

57 East 74th Street

Nine fireplaces across five floors mean there’s almost always a room that feels especially inviting. From the formal living and dining rooms on the Parlor Level to the sitting room tucked into the primary suite, each one adds a layer of warmth to this Neo-Classical style townhouse.

7 Sims Avenue

Just one block from private beach access, this Sag Harbor home pairs coastal ease with a sleek gas fireplace that anchors the living room. Framed in wood and set against bold vertical paneling, it draws the eye without taking away from the soaring ceilings and natural light throughout.

401-645 Lake Delaware Drive

Fireplaces can be found throughout the home, with marble mantels included in its 19th-century additions. They bring warmth to this historic Catskills estate overlooking Lake Delaware.

98 Indian Waters Drive

One of four fireplaces anchors the living room, set against an imported European wallpaper mural that gives the space its personality. It’s an inviting focal point within this thoughtfully renovated New Canaan home overlooking the Noroton River.

276 North Main Street

One of three fireplaces, this one makes a bold statement in the living room, framed by a dramatic stone surround that rises toward the wood-paneled ceiling. It’s a true design moment within this newly custom-built Southampton residence.

251 East 61st Street

A sculptural fireplace anchors the dramatic double-height living room beneath an expansive skylight that floods the space with natural light. It’s a standout detail in this fully reimagined Lenox Hill townhouse.