Located south of the highway in Southamptons prestigious Fordune Association and just moments from the ocean and very close to town, this exceptional estate represents the epitome of luxury living in the Hamptons. Spanning over 5.5 acres, the property boasts expansive lawns, meticulously-maintained gardens and millions of specimen plantings, ensuring unmatched privacy, tranquility and a parklike, amenity-rich environment. Built under commercial building standards/codes, every aspect of this turnkey estate, from its grand architectural design to its lavish interiors, showcases a dedication to excellence and sophistication. The full compound includes a magnificent residence of approximately 20,000 square feet, including the finished lower level, and including the 2,634 square foot accessory building that serves as a state-of-the-art fitness center with a gym, yoga studio with a 4-station yoga wall, massage room, spa and salon (for your private hair stylist). The grounds also feature a pool house pavilion, saltwater 40×60 swimming pool, tennis court with pavilion, basketball court and a 2-car garage/service building, primarily used for storing golf carts, which provide access to the ocean beach via the Fordune Associations beach access right of way. The main house is constructed with a combination of wood frame and structural steel, featuring western red cedar shingles and northeastern granite in a random pattern on parts of the facade, along with a recently replaced western red cedar roof. The home includes 13 bedrooms, 14 full baths and 2 half baths. The interior spaces are vast, with a grand foyer boasting 20 foot high ceilings and a one-of-a-kind Natural American and Brazilian walnut staircase and wood flooring. Further on, the impressive 35 x 25 foot living room offers 21 foot ceilings. This sublime space includes a fireplace and walls of glass overlooking the expansive terraces and pool area. Off the living room, the east wing first floor houses a media room, a beautiful office/library with a stunning walnut finish and coffered ceilings, plus a bedroom suite. The second floor of the east wing, accessed by the main staircase in the foyer, includes a library and 2-bedroom suites, one being the expansive primary bedroom and the other being a VIP suite. The primary bedroom features a sitting area, 4 closets, including a large walk-in, 2 bathrooms and a balcony overlooking the pool. The west wing first floor features 2-bedroom suites, plus a junior primary bedroom, a formal dining room and a professional kitchen that is both enormous and high-end, well-equipped and ideal for a private chef. The kitchen includes an expansive sitting area and a separate breakfast area. A second staircase leads to the very private guest wing with 5-bedroom suites. The generous lower level, accessible by 2 staircases, includes a state-of-the-art wine storage facility, a 400 square foot dedicated electrical, media, telephone and internet center, as well as a recreation room with a fireplace and media room. The lower level also includes a private staff/guests quarters with a living room, 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Listing ID: 916158