Blake continues to act in films while being a health and style icon for legions of fans. The mother of two consistently looks fabulous whether in $2 million worth of jewels at the Met Gala or strolling home in her sneakers from a Westchester gym.

When they do manage to escape the seemingly endless press junkets and paparazzi shutterfests, Ryan and Blake recoup and re-center their family on 1.8 acres of a bucolic garden estate in Pound Ridge, NY.

When Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively enjoy the country life, they're not cleaning chicken coops and milking dairy cows. Picture Martha Stewart cottage living. Seriously, Martha is actually the couple's neighbor and a homemaker mentor to Blake.

The glamorous couple purchased the 4,753-square-foot home that sits an hour's drive from Midtown Manhattan in 2012 for $2.35 million. Maybe it had something to do with the two pink dogwoods perfectly framing the home's sunny yellow sloping peak that sealed the deal.

There's plenty of luxury details built into this country house. Two private dressing rooms off the master, french doors leading out to a covered porch, a custom stone terrace overlooking the water, and a two-bedroom guest suite, are just some of the unique features that give this place its character.

The lush grounds provide amazing views of the Cross River Reservoir during the day, while Ryan and Blake can cozy up to one of the three fireplaces spread out over gleaming hardwoods on those chilly upstate nights.

Blake Lively is unashamedly domestic–her Instagram will attest to the fact that she uses every inch of her country kitchen to whip up tasty home-style family feasts.

Ryan is much more toned-down in real life than the Deadpool character he plays. After months of acting the part of a sarcastic superhero, he probably welcomes the breathing space his spacious house and sprawling yard provide. That is until neighbor Ralph Lauren pops by to borrow some curry-ketchup.

Locals describe Ryan and Blake as being "really nice" as they shop together in town for homemade goods or appear at chef Jean‑Georges' The Inn at Pound Ridge for some farm-to-table cuisine.

Three years ago, when Blake still maintained a website called Preserve, dedicated to all things handmade and local in Bedford, she explained to Vogue her reason for wanting to move to a more rural area. "People want things with meaning. I know that because I want that."

Meaningful is a great word to describe the stylish yet substantial life that Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively have curated for themselves.

Photos from realtor.com

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After a trial separation from his wife of 14 years, actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, the Oscar-winning Hollywood couple recently reunited by swapping their Bedford, NY mansion for a more prestigious estate twice the size, yet only three miles away.

Lionswalk, a 19th century colonial estate on 13 acres, was purchased by Hollywood royalty Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones for $11.25 million. It even boasts equestrian facilities.

Lionswalk's foyer, which blends contemporary and traditional features.

Although Douglas's new film, The Reach, was released by Lion's Gate, the couple's $11.25 million purchase of the 19th century colonial estate (called Lionswalk) is generating all the buzz. Their new residence—an 1895-built mansion named for the welcoming twin lion statues that flank the estate’s long driveway entrance--invites a fresh start for the successful duo. It also invites the usual media attention.

Newly renovated, Lionswalk is a 15,438-square-foot colonial featuring eight bedrooms, 13 half-baths, lush gardens, equestrian facilities, and a Lord and Burnham greenhouse on 13 acres of land. Most people make up over a phone call, dinner or two dozen roses, but Hollywood couples (at least Hollywood East) reunite in a bigger, more dramatic fashion.

The colonial home boasts mahogany and chandeliers throughout the home.

Carved wood moldings, hardwood floors and fireplaces give the home a distinct look.

According to Zillow, Lionswalk's newly revamped interiors mix sleek, contemporary kitchen appliances with traditionally historic moldings and rich mahogany woodwork. The home also retains what we’d expect: a tiered staircase in the foyer, chandeliers, carved fireplaces, recessed library shelves and ceilings, and gilded accents.

The property was listed for $12.75 million by the firm Houlihan Lawrence, but the Hollywood couple (who closed on the property in September) apparently paid below list price. Douglas (son of movie legend Kirk Douglas) and Zeta-Jones saved even more cash in moving expenses since it’s a short trek from their previous estate. We’re hardly surprised an actor who played Wall Street whiz Gordon Gekko made a smart deal.

The Zillow blog states the Douglas-Zeta-Jones' buy followed Bruce Willis' purchase of two hilltop properties overlooking the Croton Reservoir. Affluent Bedford is a place social elites such as Bill and Hillary Clinton, Rosie O’Donnell and others have called home.

The kitchen showcases modern appliances amid traditional carved wood accents in cabinetry and the center island.

Lionswalk features lush landscaping inside and out--including a greenhouse.

The estate features 13 1/2 bathrooms, including this one with a Jacuzzi tub.

Douglas has won three Academy Awards—as a producer on One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, as Best Actor for Wall Street and the Cecil B. DeMille Award for career achievement. Meanwhile, Zeta-Jones won her Oscar as Best Supporting Actress for the musical film Chicago. Now they will both have more mantle room upon which to store their Oscars, which certainly appear more impressive together rather than apart—just like their romantic owners.

Douglas and Zeta-Jones have won four Academy Awards between them.

 Photos and details courtesy of Elle Decor and Curbed

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