The glitz. The glam. The fashion. The energy. The Great Gatsby is best known for exuding all the wild flair of the Roaring ‘20s, from uninhibited indulgence to extravagant parties at an elegant mansion. If you’ve ever dreamed of settling down in an estate fit for a well-connected and accomplished 1920s bootlegger, now you can channel your inner Gatsby at any of three northeastern estates that will be selling at the end of the month.
Choose your dream Gatsby estate.
Larchmont, New York— September 29, 2016707 Weaver Street
Set on 3.72 acres, 707 Weaver Street is an English manor designed by renowned American Architect Lewis Bowman. The various Jazz Age details are reminiscent of a Great Gatsby mansion. Located at the end of a private drive, this eight-bedroom, nine-bathroom home includes stained and leaded windows, English paneling, custom millwork, and decorative ceilings.
Currently listed for $3.999 million, 707 Weaver Street will sell to the highest bidder in cooperation with Michèle Flood of Coldwell Banker Previews International via our Instant Gavel app on September 29th.
Additional features include a heated pool, lush gardens, walking paths, and flagstone terraces. Home to picturesque Manor Park and the renowned Larchmont Yacht Club, Larchmont provides easy access to New York City in just 30 minutes.
“With Sheldrake Lake and a 60-acre nature preserve as its backdrop, the location of this magnificent English Manor home could not be more picturesque or tranquil,” our agent partner, Michèle Flood stated. “The property is poised amongst a rare and private 3.7 acres, a serene retreat just a short 30-minute commute into Manhattan. Its convenience and modern amenities, paired with its exquisite character reflective of its 1920s construction, blend together to make this estate home a dream come true.”
Southington, Connecticut — September 30, 2016340 Winding Ridge
This British-style estate sits on 9.36 acres. Designed by award-winning Soyster and Taylor, 340 Winding Ridge features custom finishes both inside and out, including its aged Virginia brick exterior and beveled Brazilian Cherry hardwood floors. The four-bedroom, eight-bathroom home includes a two-story family room and floor-to-ceiling windows. With a granite inlaid swimming pool and spa, the estate was built for entertaining so you can host your own Gatsby-style parties with friends and family.
The home is a past winner of “Best Custom Library” and “Overall Best Custom Home” from the Home Builders Association of Connecticut. The English estate spans 8,049 square feet, including a finished basement. Additional custom luxury details include rare Hawaiian Verdi granite counters, marble fireplace mantels imported from Spain, and a koi pond with a waterfall.
Previously listed for $3.69 million, the property will sell at or above $1.9 million in cooperation with Ed Robertson of Coldwell Banker Premiere Realtors via our Instant Gavel app on September 30th. The seller, Richard Fedor, said a large part of the estate’s appeal is its multiple uses.
“The location of our home, which is basically equidistant between Boston and New York City, makes it an ideal family compound or corporate retreat,” said Fedor, who is selling along with his wife, Bonnie. “I’ve had many business dealings here in the years since we’ve owned the property, and I’ve always been proud to share it with both friends and colleagues. As we move on to spend more time at our main home in Florida, I will remember our time here fondly. We wish the new owners well. It truly is an incredible estate.”
Southington boasts a history steeped in the American Revolution with close proximity to Hartford, New Haven and the Connecticut coast. New York City and Boston are drivable in under two hours.
Westport, Connecticut — September 30, 2016157 Easton Road
Just an hour northeast of New York City, you’ll find 157 Easton Road located in one of Connecticut’s most coveted communities. Set upon 2.75 acres, the 7,885-square-foot estate is nestled along the Aspetuck River, offering complete privacy. The property features five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a guest house, and a boat house.
Built by Frances Gershwin (sister of George and Ira) and Leopold Godowsky, inventor of Kodachrome, the estate is a year-round entertainer’s paradise in Westport’s affluent Coleytown section, close to renowned schools, shopping, restaurants, and culture. The estate is minutes from both Compo Beach and the Westport Metro-North train station.
Previously listed for $3.599 million, the property will sell to the highest bidder in cooperation with Jeff Dyment of William Raveis Real Estate via our Instant Gavel app on September 30th.
“157 Easton Road is a private enclave and year-round entertainer’s paradise, the ideal home for an outdoor gala or intimate dinner party, conveniently located within an hour’s commute to New York City,” states Jeff Dyment, our agent partner. “This waterfront home has history and style. Knowing the auction will attract a whole new crop of potential buyers who will appreciate these unique attributes is exciting.”
“I fell in love with this house 20 years ago because of its build quality and multi-seasonal, multi-generational capabilities,” adds Roger Marriott, who is selling the home with his wife, Jan. “Summers here welcome fly fishing in the river, swimming and boating in the lake, and tennis. Winters are all about fireplaces, cozy nooks, and the indoor pool. When we bought the property, our sons were in their early twenties. Two great weddings later, with receptions here by the waterfalls, we now have four wonderful grandchildren who in turn have enjoyed fishing, playing tennis, swimming, catching frogs in the goldfish ponds, and driving around in the golf cart. We will miss this property dearly, and wish the new owners equally enjoyable memories.”
This is your chance to surrender to nostalgia and embrace the beauty of the northeast. Which Gatsby-esque estate will you choose?