by Nancy Kane
Historic Water Mill, nestled between Southampton and Bridgehampton, stands out not only as a prime location for real estate, but a charming place to call home. Here, two remarkable residences offer the best of this quaint hamlet, which dates back to 1644.
394 Seven Ponds Towd Road, listed with Gary DePersia of Corcoran, is a newly completed estate by East End Building Company. Situated on an acre and a half, it offers panoramic views across a protected 50-acre reserve. Through the 11-foot entryway, you’re met with a floating steel staircase and floor-to-ceiling Fleetwood windows. The main level features a sunlit great room, a family room with a transparent fireplace, a formal dining space, and bespoke Gary Ciuffo-designed cabinetry in the main and chef’s kitchens.
Upstairs, the primary suite and each of the 5 additional en suite bedrooms offers generous proportions and stylish finishes. Other features include an 800-square-foot rooftop deck and finished lower level with a wine cellar, a screening room and a wellness center. A 56-foot saltwater pool, a tennis court, an outdoor kitchen and a pool house dot the manicured grounds, while smart home technology marries elegance with innovation. Asking $13.95M.
Rosemary Lodge is one of the most beloved historical homes in the Hamptons. Built in 1885 by the Rev. Henry Turbell Rose and restored in 2007, this shingle-style estate is minutes from the ocean. Hand-carved woodwork, stained glass, ornate tiling, and floral and nautical motifs speak to the home’s heritage, and each of the 5 bedrooms has its own individual charm, with 4 working fireplaces featuring hidden cupboards and painted inlays. Modern updates include a chef’s kitchen and a second-floor media room, while the primary suite includes a terrace overlooking farmland.
Outside, a rose garden, heated pool, pool house, outdoor kitchen and vegetable garden make for blissful summer entertaining. With a state-of-the-art darkroom, EV charging station and multiple outbuildings for fitness and hobbies, the recreational possibilities are endless. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Rosemary Lodge offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of history. 322 Rose Hill Road is listed with Steven Dorn of Brown Harris Stevens, asking $14.25M.