Estate Sale Provides Unique Chance to See Grey Gardens up Close
The mansion has been the stuff of legends since a 1975 documentary told the story of two reclusive women who lived there
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One of Long Island’s most mythical mansions will be open to the public this weekend for an estate sale.
It’s a rare opportunity to explore the 120-year-old estate in East Hampton made famous by the acclaimed documentary, “Grey Gardens.”
The 1975 film depicts the lives of a reclusive mother and daughter who lived in the dilapidated mansion for years. The two women were aunt and cousin of former First Lady Jackie Kennedy, who helped fund its repair.
The home was eventually purchased by husband-and-wife journalists Ben Bradlee and Sally Quinn. Bradlee died in 2014 and Quinn put the estate on the market for $19.995 million earlier this year.
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The 119-year-old home at 4 E. 74th St. is less than a block away from Central Park.
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The six-story mansion has 16 rooms and a grand parlor floor. Its high ceilings bring in an abundance of natural light.
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It's in one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in the city, with destinations like The Met Breuer just blocks away.
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Details of the original structure, including limestone facades and warm red brick, still exist today.
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The spacious foyer includes plenty of room for books.
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The first-floor family room opens out onto a terrace.
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A detailed oak staircase provides access to the home's six floors for those who don't want to use the elevator.
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A gallery leads to some of the home's seven bedrooms. There are also eight bathrooms, two powder rooms, one staff room and one staff bathroom in the residence. Original oak wood floors, paneling and moldings are featured throughout.
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Like the rest of the home, the living room on the second floor has high ceilings.
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The second-floor dining room includes one of the mansion's many fireplaces.
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The kitchen with a dining area.
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The master bedroom.
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The master bathroom.
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A sitting room on the third floor.
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A bedroom on the fourth floor.
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The first-floor terrace.
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A rooftop deck provides sweeping views of the Upper East Side.
Items must be cleared out before the home is transferred to the buyers. Among the belongings being offered is antique furniture seen in the famed documentary. The sale’s organizer, Susan Wexler, told Newsday that “a treasure trove” of things are for sale.
“The house is chock full of goodies at every price range, from a couple dollars up to thousands, but there’s something for everybody,” Wexler said.
The sale is being held at 3 West End Rd. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Parking can be found at Georgica Beach.
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The two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse is Apt. 10A at 40 West 67th Street. It has stunning views from every angle. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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It has a private penthouse with glorious views of Central Park and is available for rent ($14,995 a month) starting on Dec. 1. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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Top-of-the-line amenities include a wood-burning fireplace, custom Bosch dishwasher, Sonos sound system with built-in speakers in every room and Carrera marble countertops. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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Check out the eat-in kitchen. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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The building itself is landmarked and was built in 1928 by famed architect Rosario Candela. It has 39 units and is pet-friendly. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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There's a formal dining room as well, along with remote-controlled shades on skylights and the all-windowed DR wall. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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Here's a look at one of the home's two private terraces. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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Another look at one of the gorgeous terraces. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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The home also features meticulously restored original casement windows and new hardwood floors throughout, among other amenities. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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Here's a look at the den/second bedroom. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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The den/second bedroom from another angle. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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The master bedroom features a walk-in closet and en suite bathroom as well as direct access to one of the two private terraces. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
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It's one of only two penthouse apartments on the top floor of the building. The property is listed with Gino Filippone at Corcoran. You can see the full listing with Corcoran here.
