East Hampton is full of history, with homes in the area including the famous Grey Gardens and the past estate of the Life Savers heiress. The rich and famous have flocked here for privacy and sunny living. Giving a peek into one A-lister’s lifestyle, a special residence owned by Miss Congeniality star Candice Bergen has come to market for the first time ever. According to Variety, the actress’s husband, real estate developer Marshall Rose, and his first wife built it in the mid-1980s. The epitome of Hamptons elegance with a shingle-style exterior and Adirondack chairs out front, it is listed for $18 million.
Perhaps Bergen and her husband are taking a cue from her 1975 movie Starting Over in seeking to unload their 4,500-square-foot dwelling. It certainly looks like they have perfected the interior over time, with abundant natural light illuminating the collected interiors. Artwork, chandeliers, and a grandfather clock all shine with antique charm, yet there’s nothing stuffy or dated about the home. Quite the contrary, it is a breath of fresh air with seemingly endless French windows.
Beyond the beautiful style of the interiors, the grounds hold everything one could want in the Hamptons. Sitting on the neat 1.8-acre lot, a guest cottage provides space for weekend visitors. Then, a pool and sprawling lawn can always accommodate summer fun. The wraparound porch has to be the prime outdoor spot, however. Picture watching the seasons change from this comforting perch.
Ed Petrie of Compass has light and bright celebrity listing, which provides a total of 6 bedrooms and 6.5 baths.
