Sitting among the traditional clapboard estates in the Hamptons is a property influenced more by feng shui than Cape Cod. Designed by Japanese artist Setsuo Ito in the 1980s, the four-cornered house was his primary residence until he sold it in 2011.

 

Situated on a large lot in central Water Mill, NY, the home is truly unlike anything else in the area, says Hans Escobar, member of the Private Client Team at Nest Seekers International. “It’s very unique,” Escobar said. “No matter what your taste is — it makes a statement.” A big enough statement, in fact, that the property attracted rapper Notorious B.I.G. The late artist used the property in his music video “Juicy.”

 

The Water Mill home sits on 9 acres surrounded by forest on one of the highest elevations in the area, allowing for views stretching to the water. But the most dominant feature of the 7-bedroom, 6.5-bath house is the 32-foot-high steel pyramid stretching above the pool area. Directly below, the open kitchen features a large fire pit and seating area — another part of the home that sets it apart.

 

 

This Westhampton Beach Oceanfront Compound soaring high above the dunes in one of the most desirable locations in the Hamptons, has 12,000 sq. ft. of Modern Living. Owned by one of the most successful advertising-brand tailing-author & entrepreneur and designed by NYC famous Interior designer Patricia Bonis.

 

This home is the pinnacle of opulent oceanfront living, 150 ft. of Prime Oceanfront jetty protected beach with a 43 ft. heated gunite pool, hot tub, cabana and expansive 5000 sq. ft. cedar wood porch for your outdoor enjoyment and oceanfront entertaining The luxurious living space includes the finest of high end finishes, double height living room with 10 foot floor to ceiling soaring walls of glass with marble gas fireplace and formal dining room with wet bar.

 

The masterfully crafted kitchen features unique quartz counter tops, sleek cabinetry, top of the line Wolf appliances plus a large center waterfall quartz island with seating to please the most discerning gourmet. Enjoy the convenient bright ocean side breakfast area with built-in seating. The living space includes 9 bedrooms & 8 1/2 baths large enough for all your entertaining needs.

 

The screening room for your favorite movies with a gas fireplace for all your gatherings. Experience the panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. Ascending to the second level of the luxurious master suite with seating area & gas fireplace. This home has a state of the art gym, spa inspired marble bathroom with custom double vanity with soaking tub & sauna. The master suite has custom design walk in closets. Relax in the family room-office with gas fireplace, wet bar and sweeping views of the ocean with private deck & views of Moniebogue Bay with amazing sunsets.

 

A separate stairway leads to the finished lower level for staff or guest quarters with, large laundry room & 3 car garage. The house is a Crestron smart house,run from your phone anywhere & everywhere.Runs your HVAC system,lighting system,pool and spa,audio, visual,your weather, your Sonos and much much more. The wireless system is contiguous all over the three levels of the home,backyard and your private beach with beach speakers.

 

Own this extraordinary convenient location, arrive by plane with the ease of access to Francis S. Gabreski Airport. Enjoy shopping along Main St to the wide array of fine dining choices plus a foray into the diverse cultural line-up offered at Westhampton Beach Performing Center. Enjoy this grand resort living on the Ocean.

Set at a 300-foot elevation, the highest point in all of the Hamptons, this Feng Shui-inspired mansion is known as “Island In The Sky”. Positioned on a 9-acre parcel surrounded by more than 15 acres of preserved land, the house enjoys views from Water Mill to the Atlantic Ocean on one side and Peconic Bay on the other.

 

Borrowing from traditional and modern styles, the estate offers 12,000 square feet of living space with seven bedrooms and six and a half bathrooms. A creation of celebrated architect, sculptor and artist Setsuo Ito, the home was meticulously designed from top to bottom. The ground floor of the main house welcomes you to a dramatic entrance lobby, living room, gallery and spectacular dining atrium.

 

The renovated kitchen features white-glass flooring, custom contemporary cabinets, white stone counter tops, chef caliber Wolf stove, Sub Zero refrigerator, and a wine cooler. At the center of this extraordinary room sits a rare open gas fireplace. Head to the mezzanine level, one can enjoy a work out in the home’s exercise room, while further along are three bedroom suites and a media room.

 

Upstairs, a large bedroom suite features a spa-like bathroom, as well as access to a second-level pool cabana. Adjacent 6.0 acre parcel also available, making it possible to create a total 15 acre compound. Visit http://984NoyacPath.com

If flying private there are a few options. Southampton’s Meadow Lane has a great helipad. The East Hampton airport is ideal for private planes as well as helicopters.

Long Island MacArthur Airport in Islip is the closest airport to the various towns in the Hamptons (about 50 minutes from Southampton), but it is only serviced by Southwest Airlines and U.S. Airways. Larger airports like John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport are about one hour and 45 minutes from Southampton.

Whether flying or driving, you’ll need a car to see most of the Hamptons. Rent a car after landing, or pack up your own, and head out to the Hamptons via NY-27 East, or I-495 East (also known as the Long Island Expressway). Once in Southampton, Montauk Highway is the main road that will take you through each of the villages and towns.

The Hampton Jitney is also available for getting to and from the Hamptons from New York City and the airports year-round, though travel time is longer due to the multiple stops on the route. Tickets vary per distance traveled, though prices are reduced if purchased online in advance.

Sag Harbor is an incorporated village in Suffolk County, New York, United States. The village developed as a working port on Gardiner’s Bay. The entire business district is listed as the historic Sag Harbor Village District on the National Register of Historic Places. A major whaling and shipping port in the 19th century, by the end of this period and in the 20th century, it became a destination for wealthy people who summered here. Some writers and artists also settled here. Sag Harbor is about three fifths in Southampton and two fifths in East Hampton. Its landmarks include structures associated with whaling and its early days when it was designated as the first port of entry to the new United States. It had the first United States custom house erected on Long Island.

Montauk is known by many Long Island residents as “The End.” This is because it is the easternmost point of the island and New York state. Montauk has a rich history. It is named after the Native American Montaukett tribe that fished, hunted, raised cattle, and lived on this land.

Located on Eastern Long Island in New York State, the towns, villages and hamlets which make up The Hamptons include Amagansett, Bridgehampton, East Hampton, Hampton Bays, Montauk, Napeague, North Haven, The Quogues, Sag Harbor, Sagaponack, Shelter Island, Southampton, Springs, Wainscott, Water Mill, Westhampton, and Westhampton Beach.

The Hamptons are technically made up of only two townships: The Town of Southampton and the Town of East Hampton. However, each of those townships includes smaller villages and hamlets with their own zip codes, school districts, and personalities.

Southampton Town also includes the hamlets of Eastport, Speonk, and Remsenburg, but these towns are not usually considered to be part of the Hamptons.

 

There are a lot of social nuances in the Hamptons. To most locals, “The Hamptons” begins at Southampton and ends at Montauk. Which is an unpopular opinion to those who live in Westhampton and would like to included under this umbrella. When if I ever have a client looking to purchase a home on the East End, wants to enjoy the best ocean spots, but doesn’t care to be around the glitz, I find Westhampton and Quogue to be the absolute best.

 

Swimming in the ocean is seasonal, and The Hamptons‘ beaches are open only weekends and holidays starting Memorial Day until the last Saturday in June. … You can surf and boogie-board from any of The Hamptons‘ beaches, but the Montauk beaches at the end of the fork are best for these sports due to several reef breaks.