eastville, virginia If you’re in the market for a piece of history, as well as some of the most spectacular land available in the re- gion, Point Farm should be your only choice. With two and half miles of gorgeous shoreline surrounding the estate’s 130 acres of land, Point Farm is the epitome of gracious living in Virginia, if not the entire Eastern sea- board. The 20,000-square-foot estate features fireplaces in every guest room, as well as a Tiki lounge and a gym. The property itself is devoted to private recreation and includes a sportsman’s sanctuary with a five-stand sporting clay rifle range, three stocked saltwater fish ponds, a 16-stall stable, and an indoor riding area,
as well as a pier with a boathouse and lift. $28,000,000, Colleen Shaut, Select Properties of Virginia, 804-438-9884, pointfarm.net.
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greenwich, connecticut This newly built palace located on 2.2 acres on Long Island Sound should cause a few jaws to drop. Gates open into a walled water garden and bluestone slabs provide a walkway across a pond to the front door. Once inside this 10,000-square-foot estate, ride the elevator to a balcony supported by antique oak brackets. The great room is 70 feet long and boasts three limestone fireplaces, while the the master suite has its own loggia, fireplace, double bathrooms, and two dressing rooms (all told, there are five bedrooms and seven bathrooms). Not to be outdone, the garden level has a dramatic indoor pool with its own sitting area and fire- place. Additionally, there’s a fitness room and game room.
$35,000,000, David Ogilvy, David Ogilvy & Associates, 203-869-9866, davidogilvy.com.
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