Nathan P Howell House
238 Main Street, Sag Harbor
In 1833, the scion of a wealthy whaling clan, Nathan P. Howell, built a large Greek Revival style home on Sag Harbor's bustling Main Street. At the height of his prosperity in 1850, Howell enlarged and renovated his house in the Italianate style to become one of the grandest residences on the East End at that time. Later on in that century Howell's daughter would inherit the house and succeeding generations would maintain the house and its ownership well into the 1970's. Today, after exhaustive work by its current owner, modern amenities balance harmoniously with original details within this 8,000 SF+/- 6 bedroom residence on 4 levels of living space, serviced by both stairs and ...
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In 1833, the scion of a wealthy whaling clan, Nathan P. Howell, built a large Greek Revival style home on Sag Harbor's bustling Main Street. At the height of his prosperity in 1850, Howell enlarged and renovated his house in the Italianate style to become one of the grandest residences on the East End at that time. Later on in that century Howell's daughter would inherit the house and succeeding generations would maintain the house and its ownership well into the 1970's. Today, after exhaustive work by its current owner, modern amenities balance harmoniously with original details within this 8,000 SF+/- 6 bedroom residence on 4 levels of living space, serviced by both stairs and elevator, which is magnificently set within a full acre of lawn, gardens and specimen trees. Grand parlours within are embraced by broad covered porches outside setting the tone for this extraordinary new offering within close proximity to shops, restaurants and the marinas of a village in the midst of an amazing renaissance. A third floor loft with bathroom leads up a short staircase to the widow's walk capturing 360 degree views of the surrounding village, forming the perfect venue for that postprandial cigar. A finished lower level with full bath affords infinite possibilities. Historic, unique and now available for the first time in nearly two decades for sale to one fortunate buyer.
About Sag Harbor
Drive past the ocean-facing towns of Southampton, Water Mill, and Bridgehampton and you'll find the beauty of the bay "north of the highway": Sag Harbor.
Main Street is a picture-perfect vision of what an ideal town should be: leisurely, family friendly, featuring unique boutiques, and top restaurants. Add to that the cultural caché of the Bay Street Theatre with the celebrity cache; American Hotel and you have a formula for the good life.
Sag Harbor's pedigree as a major whaling port during the 1800s is evident in its architecture, which has been meticulously preserved by its house-proud owners of today. Walk down Sag Harbor's streets...
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Drive past the ocean-facing towns of Southampton, Water Mill, and Bridgehampton and you'll find the beauty of the bay "north of the highway": Sag Harbor.
Main Street is a picture-perfect vision of what an ideal town should be: leisurely, family friendly, featuring unique boutiques, and top restaurants. Add to that the cultural caché of the Bay Street Theatre with the celebrity cache; American Hotel and you have a formula for the good life.
Sag Harbor's pedigree as a major whaling port during the 1800s is evident in its architecture, which has been meticulously preserved by its house-proud owners of today. Walk down Sag Harbor's streets and you'll see grand Greek Revival mansions, old Victorians with all the gingerbread, charming cape cottages, and authentic saltboxes.
Warm weather mariners have an embarrassingly rich array of marinas, yacht clubs, and docks to choose from. Sag Harbor's shores, with the vista of Shelter Island in the background, provide sand and pebble beaches with gentle waters. Those who hear the siren's call know that home is where their heart is: Sag Harbor.
