A once in a generation offering, this house exemplifies the ideal of the classic and gracious, rambling and shingled “Summer Cottage "! Located on nearly 1.4 acres overlooking the great Atlantic Ocean, this lovely cottage has the bones and provenance of 1899 but is the ultimate in summer resort living. With a Har-Tru tennis court, a large and sweeping lawn and a brief walk to the white sand beach, this house is the quintessential Watch Hill home. Featuring 9 bedrooms, 6 full and 2 half baths with ample and separate spaces including a playroom, a large office off the main bedroom and a sitting room off the kitchen, you can fill this home with friends or family guests! The style and detail of the house draws you to the dramatic view beyond. The original Southern pine floors have been lovingly cared for. Both the living room & dining room feature fireplaces. A large living room with adjoining sun room and dining room flow easily for ultimate entertaining all with the backdrop of great ocean views. All of these features combine to set the stage for a beautiful, tranquil ambience both indoors and out. Off the kitchen is an inviting, covered porch for entertaining or enjoying the sights and sound of the surf. There’s even a custom designed playhouse with hardwood floors and views! This 5,525 square ft home also features a 2 car garage, a laundry room, a lower level changing room and the promise of sweet summer memories for years.
Sold for $9,950,000 on 10/26/22
$9,950,000
8 Westerly Rd, Westerly, RI 02891
9beds
7,319sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
1.39 Acres Lot
$10,392,800 Zestimate®
$1,359/sqft
$5,255 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 26, 2022 at 05:21pm
Listed by:
Donna Krueger-Simmons 401-439-0268,
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Bought with:
William Hecker, RES.0031080
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1313643

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub, Bath w Shower Stall, Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Oil, Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Cedar Closet(s), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Partially Finished
- Attic: Attic Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,525
- Total interior livable area: 7,319 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,525
- Finished area below ground: 1,794
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 1.39 Acres
- Features: Sprinklers, Tennis
Details
- Parcel number: WESTM179B63
- Zoning: R43
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Shingles
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1899
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Cesspool
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Westerly
- Subdivision: Watch Hill
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Services availability
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