The picturesque villages that dot the Hamptons are famous for their shingle-style cottages with gambrel roofs. However, the architecture within the eastern Long Island towns ranges from English country manor houses to Neoclassical mansions, Colonial Revival estates, and sleek, contemporary dwellings.
However, no matter the style, a relaxed, coastal flair is prized among the properties in the Hamptons. The $19 million 70 Matthews Lane in Bridgehampton seamlessly blends timeless, traditional architecture with modern materials.
An Award-Winning Design
Built in 2017, the seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom property sits on only slightly more than an acre of manicured grounds. The 11,600-square-foot main house and the detached pool house feature European and French-inspired architectural details, best seen in the pitched gables, the symmetry, and the stone chimneys.
McAlpine, award-winning interior designer James Michael Howard, and a Hamptons landscape designer, Landscape Details, visioned the design. The steep-pitched roofs, white facade, and pale blue shutters give the residence a classic, almost timeless feel.
“In the Hamptons, it’s about relaxation, open spaces, and entertainment,” says interior designer James Michael Howard. “[For this project], I wanted the pool to be on the south side of the house, and as you approach from the eastern side, I designed the roof to slope down and greet you, creating a welcoming and graceful aesthetic.”
A Breathtaking Home
Like many of the Hamptons estates, Matthews Lane, was designed for entertaining on every scale. Past the reception hall is a great room with a 30-foot-high wood-beamed ceiling, a custom fireplace, and multiple seating areas. The oversized windows are at eye level, flooding the room with natural light year-round.
“This is a stunning designer estate in a prime location near Bridgehampton Village near the ocean,” Preston Kaye, the co-founder of Hedgerow Exclusive Properties, says. “Offered fully furnished, it presents a rare opportunity in the Hamptons market for someone seeking a seamless, turn-key experience.”
The main level of the house also features a gourmet kitchen with marble countertops and backsplashes, ample storage through custom cabinets, state-of-the-art appliances, and an eat-in island. The large dining area with a banquette, fireplace, and TV is also present.
Ample Guest Rooms
Other rooms on the main level include a family room, an office, and the primary suite, which has a library-like sitting area, a fireplace, a terrace, and a bathroom with a freestanding soaking tub.
The architect and designer prioritized the privacy of the people who live in or visit the home. No guest suites have adjoining walls, and a second primary suite with its terrace is perfect for long-term guests. Each bedroom is inviting, with its own seating area, bathroom, and nature-filled views.
Other highlights include a cutting-edge 16-person home theater, a gym, and a rec room with a fireplace and billiards table.
Expansive stone patios, a 60-foot-long heated pool, a kitchen, and a dressing area with a bath. Creature comforts such as geothermal heating, an automated home system, Lutron lighting, and an audio and visual system bring the home into the next generation of home living.
A Look at the Beautiful Outdoors
The manicured grounds of 70 Matthews Lane are also breathtaking. Stone walls enclose them and feature lush greenery, specimen trees, and even espalier apple trees. A covered cabana also accompanies the heated pool and spa.
An Awe-Inspiring Offering
70 Matthews Lane is an awe-inspiring offering that would make any future owner proud to call it home. Not only is it filled with modern features, but its beautiful scenery, luxurious craftsmanship, and size make it a place to truly call home. For those seeking a stunning home in the Hamptons, this is not one to miss.
