165 COOKS LANE, Water Mill, NY 11976

This custom-built 20,000 SF+/- home by Jeffrey Collé offers western-facing views of protected farmland, delivering stunning sunset vistas. It includes 8 bedrooms, 9 full bathrooms, and 4 half bathrooms, featuring rare, custom finishes, a pool, cabana, and sunken tennis court. Adjoining 184 acres+/- of the largest contiguous reserve in the Hamptons, this estate offers unmatched privacy and natural beauty. Its Water Mill location is close to golf, tennis clubs, and beaches. Uninterrupted views of protected farmland create an ideal private setting. The property offers western-facing vistas, capturing golden sunsets over the serene landscape. The home's design showcases rare materials, including 9 wood-burning fireplaces sourced from 17th and 18th-century French chateaus. Hand-carved stone bathtubs from Verona, Italy, with excess stone used on floors and countertops, emphasize the attention to detail. Parquet floors replicate Versailles patterns, crafted from 700-year-old French oak barns, and millwork features hand-waxed, French chalked 1/4 sawn rift cut white oak. The grand foyer with custom millwork leads to spacious living areas with reserve views. Features include a sitting area, living room, and formal dining room, all with wood-burning fireplaces. The formal kitchen offers two sinks, dishwashers, and refrigerators, with stone finishes throughout. Additional spaces include a family room, sunroom, and library, each with custom millwork. A scullery kitchen, elevator, and two powder rooms add convenience. The upper level features a family room with a fireplace, wet bar, and terrace. The guest wing includes six en-suite bedrooms, with a junior primary suite featuring a sitting area and soaking tub. The primary wing offers a fireplace, dual full bathrooms with limestone travertine soaking tubs, and dual walk-in closets. The level also includes a game room and access via an elevator or second staircase. Outside, the exterior features a four-car garage, porte cochère, and expansive outdoor spaces. A 25' x 50' heated gunite pool, pool cabana with outdoor showers, a full bathroom, and an outdoor kitchen provide poolside comforts. The private sunken tennis court offers a serene setting, while the heated gunite pool and cabana are ideal for relaxation and entertaining. With unmatched privacy, breathtaking views, and exquisite craftsmanship, this estate is a luxurious retreat in the heart of Water Mill.