600 Rue Summer

Set privately at the end of a long, winding drive, this exceptional Manchester-by-the-Sea estate encompasses more than 21 acres across Manchester and Gloucester, with sweeping lawns, mature landscape and beautiful views toward the Atlantic. Peaceful and remarkably private, the property feels worlds away, yet is just moments from the village and coast. Deeded access across Summer Street provides a path to the beach, while ocean breezes and the sound of the waves reinforce the property’s unmistakable sense of place.

• Originally built in 1917, the residence was comprehensively reimagined and expanded through an extensive renovation that brought the house down to the studs while deliberately preserving its architectural character. Salvaged doors, fireplaces and other historic elements, including marble sourced from the nearby Coolidge Estate, were incorporated alongside new mechanical systems, windows, French doors, plumbing, electrical and HVAC. The result is a sophisticated approximately 6,879-square-foot home that feels wonderfully established rather than newly constructed.
• Inside, beautifully scaled rooms are rich in custom millwork and architectural detail, yet remain intimate and inviting. The renovated kitchen opens naturally to informal dining and sitting areas, while the living room, library, formal dining room and fireplaced family room provide distinct spaces for both entertaining and everyday life. Eight fireplaces throughout the residence add warmth and character. Upstairs, the primary suite is a private retreat with its own fireplace, luxurious bath with separate tub, fully outfitted dressing room and private deck. Three additional bedrooms occupy the second floor, with another bedroom, full bath and recreation room on the third.
• The outdoor setting is extraordinary. Rolling lawns give way to colorful gardens and broad ocean views, surrounding a saltwater Gunite pool and spa with views of the ocean. A beautifully conceived pool house makes this area feel like a private resort within the estate. The newly built, 621-square-foot pool house was thoughtfully designed to incorporate salvaged historic materials and is centered around a striking antique fireplace. Warm wood floors and walls, a vaulted ceiling, and substantial architectural detailing give the space a wonderful sense of character and authenticity despite its new construction. Beautifully appointed and highly functional, it also includes a full kitchen with dishwasher, a full bath with shower, and dedicated laundry for pool towels and everyday use.
• Perhaps most compelling is the way the property balances scale with warmth. It is substantial without feeling imposing, luxurious without feeling overly formal. Sun-filled rooms, fireplaces, antique materials, expansive lawns, hydrangea-filled gardens, the pool and pool house, and glimpses of the Atlantic come together to create a home that feels comfortable, private and deeply connected to the North Shore.