In the heart of Southampton's Estate Section, this superb estate on 3.4+/- acres, designed by renowned architect Peter Schulte, expresses the classic grandeur of the Village while providing the amenities for gracious 21st century living in a beautifully landscaped, gated and private setting just a few minutes to some of the best beaches in the world. The magnificent 13,000+/- sq. ft. gambrel home, with ten bedrooms, eight full and two half baths, is a home to live in and enjoy life to the fullest. Designed with European flair, all the details and furnishings have been carefully and thoughtfully selected by the owner. At once grand and elegant, yet inviting and welcoming, the home is ideal for entertaining, both indoors and out. Celebrate summer in two screened porches, or on the columned porches and brick patios extending across the rear of the home. In the extensive manicured grounds are the heated saltwater gunite pool with a pool house shared with the sunken tennis court, set away from the house and surrounded by hedges. Off the foyer the light-filled living room features an ornate fireplace and flows to a delightful sunroom. Fireplaces are found in many of the principal rooms, including the sunroom, formal dining room and den. In the spacious, eat-in chef's kitchen, equipped with Viking Professional appliances, find generous counter space, an oversized central island and two pantries; an adjacent informal dining room flows out through French doors to patio areas. The formal dining room features exquisite hand-painted walls, and a wonderful library with custom built-in shelving is a place for quiet conversation or relaxation. Upstairs is the exquisite master suite with its own sitting room, two walk-in closets, luxurious bath and a large office. Six beautifully appointed en-suite guest bedrooms are also on the second floor. The finished lower level hosts a mirrored gym and provides extensive storage space. Outdoors, past the porte cochere, are two detached garages and parking for eight cars. Experience the singular pleasures of Southampton Village estate living in this distinctive home, which is being sold furnished with the exception of artworks.