Location: Watch Hill, RI
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Property ID: #1002608
Acres: 5.3
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Price: $8,950,000
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Situated along the scenic southwestern
corner of Rhode Island's coastline, Watch Hill is widely
acknowledged as one of Rhode Island's most beautiful seaside
villages. Perched on a hillside between the ocean and bay, Watch
Hill is blessed with miles of exquisite, white sandy beaches. The
village, with its picturesque yacht-filled harbor, charming shops,
and winding streets lined with handsome century-old summer cottages,
affords a step back in time to idyllic summer days filled with
swimming, sailing, golf, and beachside picnics.
Set along a quiet stretch of beach
within walking distance of the village stands Norman Hall. Styled
after a French chateau, the impressive 10,000 -square- foot manor
was built in 1917, utilizing the finest materials. Behind its
three-foot- thick rose granite walls, the spacious rooms are
appointed with ornamental hand-wrought ironwork, handsome paneling,
four elaborate fireplaces, and a grand circular stairway.
With its special Watch Hill location,
which offers both beach front and bay front, Norman Hall also offers
the best of both worlds. It can be either a residence built for
grand-scale living and entertaining or simply a secluded beach front
hideaway offering both beauty and serenity.
LOCATION
Nestled along the tip of Rhode
Island's southwestern coastline, the historic village of Watch Hill enjoys a picturesque
setting of broad beaches, sheltered deepwater harbors, and sparkling
ocean waters. A noted summer colony since Victorian times, the
unspoiled community preserves an atmosphere of distinctive charm and
offers excellent boating, sailing, and fishing along with numerous
country clubs for golf and tennis. Watch Hill is approximately 100
miles from Boston and 140 from New York City.
PROPERTY
Set on a knoll overlooking the ocean
and surrounded by 5.25 acres of lawns and gardens, this magnificent
seaside estate offers unsurpassed panoramic ocean views. The
beautifully landscaped grounds include abundant specimen plantings,
a formal garden area, a flagstone Terrace, and a turreted 3-bedroom
Guest House. From its high vantage point, the main residence surveys
glorious vistas overlooking an uncrowded2-mile long, wide sandy
beach.
RESIDENCE
Dating from 1917, this stately French Norman-style manor comprises
10,000:t square feet with 8 principal Bedrooms, 6,/2 Baths, and
Staff Quarters. Magnificent appointments throughout capture the
gracious elegance of another era.
FIRST FLOOR:
The tower entrance leads to a spacious Foyer with arched ceiling,
travertine marble floor, and grand circular staircase with
wrought-iron balustrade. Wrought-iron gates reveal a large Reception
Room (23' x.30') with lovely paneled ceiling, brick tile floor, and
massive fireplace. French doors open to the terrace, overlooking the
beach and ocean. Additional French doors enter the banquet-sized
Dining Room (16' x 23'), with random-width oak flooring and
elaborate stone fireplace. The Library highlights an arched ceiling,
oak floor, and intricate fireplace. French doors open to a Porch
with graceful archways, framing glorious views overlooking the
formal garden area and ocean. The Kitchen Complex includes a
full-service Kitchen with 10-burner Garland range and a large Pantry
with antique cabinetry. A Living/Dining Room, Laundry, and Linen
Room adjoin.
SECOND FLOOR:
Surveying the beach and
sparkling ocean, the extensive Master Suite features 2 Bedrooms,
both with walk-in closets and private Baths, plus additional closets
and a circular tower Sitting Room. Four spacious Guest Bedrooms with
3 Baths and a large Sleeping Porch (18' x 25') are provided. A
separate Staff Wing offers 6 Bedrooms with a Bath.
THIRD FLOOR:
Spectacular views highlight 2 large
Bedrooms with a Bath. A Storage Area is provided.
OUTBUILDINGS: The turreted Guest House includes 3 bedrooms, 2
baths, and a 3-car Garage.
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