Still looking for a summer rental in the Hamptons? Luckily, according to local brokers, this year’s late and chilly spring has delayed many rental decisions, so you can still rent your dream house for a luxurious Hampton summer.
The summer season-which traditionally stretches from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day-is the peak for Hampton rentals.The most desirable high-end summer rentals are normally booked in the first quarter of the year, according to HomeAway, a vacation rental platform.
But May is still a good time to find your Hamptons summer homes. And in general, higher end properties don’t rent as quickly or early as others.
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"I found the luxury rental prospects don’t feel the pressure to look as early as possible…they don’t like searching for vacation homes while it’s all windy and snowy. They will wait untill it’s getting warmer," said Pat Petrillo, a senior Hampton broker in Sotheby’s International Realty.
That said, data from HomeAway shows 70% of their high-end rentals in the Hamptons have already been booked for the summer season. "I won’t say plenty, but there are some choices left," she said.
Below, eight summer rentals for a truly memorable Hamptons summer experience
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Georgica Pond, East Hampton
Seasonal price: $1.898 million
The East Hampton mansion asks $19,167 per night.
HomeAwayThis newly constructed estate sits in the exclusive Georgica Pond section of East Hampton. The 13,000-square-foot property, which can accommodate 16 guests, boasts six grand master suites, three family bedrooms and two staff bedrooms with a separate living area. It also features a formal living room and dining room, a library with wine room, a large custom kitchen, a 20-seat home theater, an oversized gym, a 50-by-22-foot heated pool, built-in outdoor barbecue and tennis court, over two lushly landscaped acres and more. The ultra-luxurious summer living experience comes with a price: $19,167 per night means you’ll have to pay nearly $2 million to enjoy this East Hampton estate for the summer.
81 Halsey Neck Lane, Southampton
Seasonal Price: $1.1 million
The 14,500-square-foot mansion was originally built in 1898.
Saunders & AssociatesIncluded in the National Register of Historic Places, this classic Gambrel Style Colonial home offers an historical Hamptons experience. The 3.3-acre property with vast grounds and lush trees creates a rare private park-like setting for an elegant mansion with room for an oversized pool, tennis court, and gardens. Built in 1898, the 14,500-square-foot mansion has been fully restored with all the comforts and state-of-the-art technology that the 21st century has to offer, but the grand entry staircase, high ceilings, and original mantelpieces remain. The main residence includes nine bedrooms, 11 full, and two half baths.
40 Dune Road, Bridgehampton
Seasonal price: $800,000
The newly-built oceanfront mansion has 360-degree views of the ocean and bay.
Sotheby's International RealtyThe newly-built oceanfront residence features a modern, light-filled floor plan with walls of thick glass and industrial elements like floating staircases with exposed iron supports. The main floor includes a living room with a fireplace, an open dining room, and a modern kitchen, all facing a wall of floor-to-ceiling glass windows that open onto the rear deck and heated infinity-edge Gunite pool. The second floor offers a bay-facing master suite and master bath, two guest suites, and an exercise room. Up another staircase, the roof deck has 360-degree views as if hovering over the ocean and bay. The lower level accesses the two-car garage, and an elevator connects to the main floor.
135 Crestview Lane, Sagaponack
Seasonal price: $800,000
This house belongs to fashion designer Elie Tahari.
Sotheby's International RealtyThis Hamptons mansion is fashion designer Elie Tahari’s private oceanfront retreat. Sitting on one of the Hamptons’ most exclusive beaches, the three-bedroom, three-bath home features a barn-like great room that has been widely covered. The secluded master suite, with a panoramic view of the ocean, features a room-sized shower, a six-person pool-like tub, an office/getaway, and a private balcony overlooking the great room. The expansive and visually private sun deck also has its own stairs to the beach.
210 Meadow Lane, Southampton
Seasonal Price: $750,000
The property features a master suite and five en-suite bedrooms.
The Corcoran GroupSet on three manicured acres, the oceanfront home was designed by Norman Jaffe, an American architect widely known for his contemporary residential architecture. The property features a master suite, five en-suite bedrooms, a new state-of-the-art media room, a skylight, an eat-in-kitchen, and a sunken all-weather tennis court. The oceanside Gunite pool and spa are positioned with views of the ocean beaches and beyond.
56 Barnhart St., Southampton
Seasonal price: $675,000
This two-story, 9,000 square-foot Gambrel-style home blends traditional luxury with the chic contemporary interior design.
Saunders & AssociatesThis two-story, 9,000 square-foot Gambrel-style home blends traditional luxury with the chic contemporary interior design. On two-and-a-half landscaped acres, the property includes a 12,000-square-foot residence with eight bedrooms, 10 baths, six fireplaces, a chef's dine-in kitchen, two-car garages, a tennis court and a heated pool. This newly built village home is also very close to the ocean beaches.
47 Crescent Ave, Water Mill
Seasonal price: $650,000
Sitting on almost three private acres, the resort-style home in Water Mill offers 10 spacious bedrooms and 12 bathrooms.
Sotheby's International RealtySitting on almost three private acres, the resort-style home in Water Mill offers 10 spacious bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. The main residence has an expansive great room, a den/media room, a formal living room and a chef's kitchen equipped with a premium stainless steel appliance package. Huge glass doors off the main entertaining areas allow residents to seamlessly take the party outdoors to the patios and lush lawn areas. It also features a heated Gunite pool, a two-story pool house, outdoor shower and sunken tennis court for an equally active and relaxing summer.
235 Roses Grove Road, Water Mill
Seasonal price: $425,000
The 11,000-square-foot home has 10 bedrooms,10 full and two-half baths.
The Corcoran GroupThe 11,000-square-foot home has 10 bedrooms,10 full and two-half baths and grand living spaces with imported limestone and custom hardwood floors. It offers 180-degree views of Peconic Bay. The property also features a 20-by60-foot heated Gunite pool and spa, large terraces, a free-standing outdoor fireplace and a pool house.