A meticulously restored Second Empire estate in the heart of the Hamptons, this historic 1890 Mansard offers timeless elegance, modern comforts, and a rare opportunity to own one of the Hamptons’ most architecturally significant homes.
Words By: Jessica Hall
Set behind a classic white picket fence and framed by oak, lindens, and other beautiful species of trees, The Mansard on Quogue Street rises with quiet grandeur on one of the most picturesque lanes in the Hamptons. More than a summer residence, this exceptional estate is a living artifact—a storybook chapter in the architectural and cultural evolution of Quogue, a village once affectionately known as the “Queen of the Hamptons.”
Built in 1890 for Henry Hallock, the home was originally christened “Zephyros”—Greek for the gentle west wind—a poetic gesture to the sea breeze that still glides through its tall windows and across its porches. A textbook example of Second Empire architecture, the house features the steeply pitched mansard roof with dormered windows, bracketed cornices, and balanced verticality that define the French-inspired style. Rarer still is its condition: lovingly preserved, the home remains one of the best-maintained and least altered examples of its type in the region.
Throughout the 20th century, it passed into the hands of notable families, including the Southworths, whose deep ties to the village further anchored the home in Quogue’s social fabric. In 2002, it was acquired by its current stewards, who undertook a five-year, historically sensitive restoration and expansion. Guided by a deep respect for the home’s provenance, they elevated its bones with modern amenities while preserving its patina and character—ensuring that every architectural detail, from the moldings to the window forms, reflected the spirit of the original design.
Today, the 5,500-square-foot residence is a composition of gracious symmetry and refined scale, with six bedrooms, four full baths, and two half baths spread across three thoughtfully curated levels. A grand foyer welcomes you with millwork and proportions of another era, leading into a series of elegant public rooms. The front parlor, formal dining room, and sunlit living rooms are spaces designed not just for entertaining, but for lingering—with four fireplaces, ornate woodwork, and soaring ceilings that speak to both romance and longevity.
And yet, the home is equally attuned to contemporary living. The chef’s kitchen and family room form a central gathering space, bathed insouthern light and warmed by wide-plank wood floors. Custom cabinetry and a butler’s pantry offer function behind the scenes, while a breakfast alcove invites morning rituals with views to the garden. French doors open to an expansive brick terrace, where summer life unfolds around the heated Tortorella gunite pool, flanked by perennial borders and shaded by towering oaks. The pool house, with its lounge and full bath, echoes the home’s elegance in miniature, perfect for guests or quiet retreats.
Perhaps most impressively, the entire structure was elevated and placed upon a new, highceilinged full basement, allowing for mechanical modernization, extra living space, and structural integrity designed to last another hundred years. Geo-thermal heating, central air, municipal water, natural gas, and a private septic system blend seamlessly into the historic footprint. Even the two-car detached garage, discreetly tucked behind the main house, reflects the thoughtful balance between utility and beauty.
Set on 1.14 acres south of the highway, just a short stroll from Quogue’s ocean beaches, the library, and the village’s charming Main Street, the property offers the rarest of East End experiences: a timeless home in a town still defined by tradition, elegance, and unhurried luxury. With a documented place in Quogue’s architectural legacy, the Pristine Mansard on Quogue Street is
one of the last of its kind. Preserved and expanded with reverence, this rare architectural heirloom has been masterfully restored, offering a seamless blend of old-world beauty and modern comfort, ready to be lived in—and loved—once again.
84 Quogue Street, Quogue, NY 11959 is offered at $6,950,000.
View Listing: 84 Quogue Street
For more information and a private showing, please contact:
Tim Davis, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker
Thomas P. Davis, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
Corcoran Group Real Estate
24 Main Street Southampton, NY 11968
T: 631.702.9211 or 516.356.5736
E: [email protected]
W: www.timdavishamptons.com
