Arrive via seaplane or travel through the formal gates to this exclusively private 23,000+ sq. ft. water front estate on Shelter Island. Sited on the highest point of the Little Ram peninsula with 7.6 acres, facing southwest over Coecles Harbor for year round sunsets. An expansive rolling lawn gradually slopes down to the bulkhead, private beach, deep-water dock and moorings just off shore. A heated gunite pool, slate patios, and a separate hot tub with seating deck all offer panoramic water views. A sunken tennis court and separately housed international squash court offer additional recreation.The classic design and grand scale, yet with a sense of intimacy, are achieved by architectural components reminiscent of the late 19th century architectural elements of Stanford White. Exquisite details including reclaimed antique stone, seven fireplaces, white oak baked floors, plastered walls, murals, ceiling and wood finishes all executed by a team of world-class European artisans. There are a total of ten bedrooms, nine full baths, and three powder rooms. A gourmet kitchen designed by Christopher Peacock Ltd, domed octagonal garden room, formal dining room, fifty-foot living room with beamed coffered ceilings and oak-paneled library/billiard room. Water views are prominently captured from all the rooms that open up into one another through generously proportioned double doorways, facilitating a processional route ideal for entertaining. The lower level has a full gym, spa/treatment rooms, sauna seating eight, and egress to a private garden. The wine room offers dining for ten. A professional disco with lounge, bar, Kiss & Fly lighting design and sound system by Steve Dash doubles as a movie theater.Coecles Harbor is one of the most pristine harbors in the Northeast with over fifty percent of its shoreline preserved. This uniquely outstanding property offers every amenity for gracious living, entertaining and a water front lifestyle.Offered Co-Exclusively.
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