$23,500,000 | Built c.1898 | 12,000 Sq. Ft. | 11 Beds | 14.5 Baths | 4.6 Acres
Welcome to Mon Repo, an exquisite estate nestled in the desirable area of Southampton. This historic summer residence, covering 12,000 square feet, has its roots dating back to 1898. It was initially offered for sale at $37.5 million in 2015, then reduced to $29.5 million in 2018, and is now available for $23.5 million. Originally constructed for Judge Alonzo Monson, the property was sold to the Carnegie family in 1904, who maintained ownership until 1932. The current owners acquired it in 1994 and collaborated with a prominent interior designer to enhance its charm, resulting in a cohesive flow, new plumbing, electricity, heating, and a multi-zone air conditioning system. Major renovations included the addition of new bedrooms, a remarkable kitchen, and various covered terraces.Set on 4.6 grassy acres, this estate features the original shingled Dutch Colonial home along with a barn built by Judge Monson for his valuable racehorses. The barn has been transformed into a stunning great room with exposed beams and many French doors that connect to the surrounding gardens, pool, and tennis court.The main house boasts 25 rooms, including 11 bedrooms and 14.5 bathrooms, along with 11 fireplaces throughout the expansive 12,000 square feet of designed space.Each room showcases elegant proportions and intricate moldings. The grand Palladian entrance leads into a magnificent central hall featuring a columned fireplace.
A cozy breakfast area with a wood-burning fireplace acts as a connecting point between the entrance hall, library, and a vast 34′ living room that opens up to a raised terrace surrounded by manicured gardens and access to the pool. The impressive living room, designed with a barrel-vaulted ceiling, faces south to capture sunlight throughout the year and is adorned with windows on three sides. A grand double-columned fireplace serves as the focal point, complemented by custom French doors leading to a breezeway and the barn area. Mon Repos is currently listed for $23.5 million with Tim Davis of The Corcoran Group. The estimated annual property taxes are about $79,043.