This charming East Hampton home might make you nostalgic for summers past, but now you can scoop it up for summers future. Located in the heart of East Hampton’s Ocean Avenue Historic District, the 19th-century manor basks on one acre of land, less than a mile from the ocean, and is listed for $11.5 million.
Architect James H. L’Hommedieu designed the house in 1889 and it has maintained its allure since, even growing in appeal as more new builds go up and historic homes become very on-trend for buyers. Character, like thoughtful millwork and box beam ceilings, radiates through the home. Plus, the spaces have tales to tell with numerous notable figures having visited it over the years. Prominent former New York Congresswomen Bella Abzug, iconic singer Barbra Streisand, and the late pop art artist James Rosenquist have all attended events at the property.
Grand yet inviting, it spans 7,000 square feet and three floors, so there is no shortage of space for entertaining or for a large family. Traditional spaces—like a formal dining room, sitting room, and billiards room—act as intimate gathering areas. There is also a butler’s pantry, ideal to use to prepare for dinner parties or elegant happy hours. Offering plenty of room for weekend guests, too, the home boasts 12 bedrooms, eight full bathrooms, and one-half bath.
James J. MacMillan and Elizabeth Wohl Dual of Brown Harris Stevens hold the inviting Hamptons listing.
