This $7.5M Bridgehampton Estate Has Its Own Buddhist Temple
An Asian-inspired estate, complete with feng shui design, koi ponds, and a replica of a 15th-century Buddhist temple, has just hit the market in Bridgehampton, NY for $7,500,000.
The eye-catching property was designed to offer an “immersive experience of a private resort and wellness retreat.”
Located on 4.59 acres, the seven-bedroom residence offers a combination of art, unique architecture, stunning landscape, and Eastern design. The “spiritually inspired living work of art” was designed to “inspire stillness, restoration, and escape.”
“The amount of land for Bridgehampton is incredible and the privacy is great,” said listing agent Mala Sander of The Corcoran Group – Sag Harbor. “It’s a beautifully designed house in terms of the layout and light. It feels very peaceful and Zen.”
Built in 2005, the 7,780-square-foot mansion is surrounded by tranquil gardens, orchards, “contemplative spaces,” ornamental bridges, and a collection of carved stone sculptures.
“I think the next buyer will be someone interested in a lot of privacy, values having a place to relax, detoxify the mind, and get away from the world,” Sander said. “They will also enjoy a sense of calm and peacefulness.”
The unique replica of a 15th-century Buddhist temple is currently being used as a serene sanctuary for meditation.
“The acoustics are beautiful,” she noted. “It’s an immense structure, so you could use it for yoga or meditation and it’s surrounded by beautiful gardens.”
The home’s open floor plan boasts vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, hardwood floors, multiple fireplaces, and a full walkout lower level.
A sun-soaked living room offering garden views flows into the dining room with direct patio access. A cozy two-story family room has a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.
The entertainer’s kitchen has two refrigerators, dual islands, and an eat-in area with skylights surrounded by the peaceful scenery.
A primary retreat with access to private terraces features built-in window seating and an enormous spa-inspired bathroom surrounded by windows, with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, a soaking tub, and a glass shower.
“It is currently being used as a secondary residence, but you could certainly use it as a primary,” Sander said. “It’s the Hamptons, so who knows?”
Other lavish amenities include a sauna, a fitness center, a wine cellar, and an attached four-car garage.
Multiple pavilions, designed for “gathering, reflection, and repose,” overlook a lagoon-style pool complex with waterfalls and a spa. A 910-square-foot pool house with a full bath is surrounded by lush landscaping.
“It is located in Bridgehampton North, so it is central to everything,” she said. “It’s also close to golf courses and Bridgehampton Village with restaurants and shops, which makes this location so special.”
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Kellie Speed is a contributor to Realtor.com. As a writer and editor, she has worked for a variety of online and print publications, including Inked magazine, Jetset, Westchester magazine, JustLuxe, The Boston Globe, and U.S. Veterans Magazine. A Massachusetts native, Kellie attended Northeastern University for journalism, was previously the Boston editor for Haute Living, and contributed to Avalon Publishing’s Moon Metro Boston guidebook. Kellie writes celebrity profiles and covers restaurants, travel, and lifestyle.
