Now more than ever, we can all use a bit of escapism. No era is more fun to daydream about than the Gilded Age and the roaring 1920s. In Newport and the Hamptons, there were grand Gatsby-esque parties, wealth, and the mega-mansions of the Carnegies, Vanderbilts, and Morgans. In the stunning mountains of the Berkshires, there was all the elegance and grandeur with an added feeling of escape and serenity. The Berkshires attracted the aristocrats and financiers from Boston and New York City, who built great estates and sprawling summer camps, including Ethelwynde estate that has just hit the market with Compass broker Robin Kencel for $5,900,000. The only remaining “Great Estate” of private residency in Lenox, MA is set on over 31 spellbinding acres.
Ethelwynde is located in the bucolic Berkshire Mountains of Lenox, MA – a New England town that cherishes its rich historic heritage and embraces new cultural influences. Originally built for the U.S. Ambassador to Denmark, the estate was later owned by Kate Winthrop, the daughter of Moses Taylor, one of the founders of Citibank and among the wealthiest men in NYC in the 19th century. The current owners, Jamie and Ethan Berg, have meticulously restored the estate to its original elegance and prestige.
The spectacular Winthrop Estate is an exquisitely renovated compound with over 31 acres of gardens, walking trails, and hideaways. The 11,700+ sq ft residence was built in 1927 with impressive architectural details throughout. The rooms are gracious and open, harking back to the ’20s, but also perfectly suited to today’s lifestyle. Some of the home’s beautiful features include a grand living room with double exposures overlooking the Great Lawn and terraces, a luscious library with Purpleheart paneling, a dining room purposely placed in the heart of the house, a three-exposure conservatory and so much more. The estate also includes a midcentury guest house.
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