Waterfront home in 'un-Hamptons' Shelter Island lists for $5.5 million
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This Shelter Island home on Smith Cove is on the market for $5.5 million. Credit: VHT Studios
A "boater’s paradise" in Shelter Island is on the market for $5.5 million. The annual property taxes are $15,666.
Sitting on the dock of the bay (literally) at South Ferry Road, the property includes a guest house on its 1.16 acres. The main house, at 5,500 square feet, features four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The guest house contains two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a garage.
The house, built in 1961, was designed to maximize the waterfront views, said agent Patrick McLaughlin of Douglas Elliman Real Estate. He is co-listing the property with Timothy Kelly.
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The kitchen. Credit: VHT Studios
"In the summer, it’s almost like being in Nice," said McLaughlin. "The views are absolutely stunning."
The property overlooks Smith Cove, and includes a private dock, boat ramp and exclusive beach access. The depth of the water allows for a "fairly sizable" boat, McLaughlin said. Inside, there are panoramic views of Mashomack Preserve and Sag Harbor through glass doors and walls of windows.
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This Shelter Island home on Smith Cove is on the market for $5.5 million. HODAILY231213 Credit: VHT Studios
"For somebody who loves the water, this is the perfect property," McLaughlin said.
The house is a five-minute cruise across the water to Sag Harbor, according to the listing. But during the off season, Shelter Island is a comparatively laid-back and tight-knit place to live, McLaughlin said.
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The property overlooks Smith Cove. Credit: VHT Studios
"In the summer, obviously it’s a bit more bustling here," he said. "But it’s pretty un-Hamptons: It’s a bit more removed and quiet. It still has great restaurants, shopping and amazing beaches — you just don't get that frenetic pace on Shelter Island."
The property is served by the Shelter Island Union Free School District.
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The guest house contains two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a garage. Credit: VHT Studios