Mansion where Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Madonna and Justin Bieber vacationed hits the market for $37 million after a $13 million price drop: 12-bedroom estate comes complete with a bowling alley
One of the hottest estates in the Hamptons – previously rented out by the likes of Beyoncé and Justin Bieber – is back on the market for $37 million after a $13 million price cut.
The mansion at 612 Halsey Lane, known as Sandcastle, was once for sale for $50 million.
Set on extensive grounds of 12 hectares, it features a total of 16 bedrooms and 13.5 bathrooms spread over the main residence and the charming pool house.
It’s one of a number of impressive properties in Bridgehampton, an upscale hamlet on Long Island where the median home price is estimated at just under $4 million.
An A-list of celebrities have stayed at the Sandcastle, including Madonna, Justin Bieber and musical power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z, whose daughter Blue Ivy spent her first summer there.
Sandcastle, the Hamptons estate frequently visited by the likes of Jay-Z and Beyoncé, has hit the market
The property is on the market for an eye-watering $37 million – after a significant price reduction of $13 million
The property is set in 12 hectares of grounds and features a 15,000 m² main residence and a separate pool house.
In addition to the musical power couple, celebrities such as Justin Bieber and Madonna also stayed in the house
The house also served as a pandemic retreat for financier Ian Snow, who co-founded the private equity firm Snow Phipps.
Famed developer Joe Farrell built the house in 2008 and lived there before selling it to steel magnate Alan Kestenbaum in 2021 – after the CEO spent a whopping $31 million.
Beyoncé and Jay-Z rented the mansion in August 2012 for $400,000
The expansive main residence extends over 17,000 square feet, with a dozen bedrooms, nine full bathrooms, and five half baths.
A majestic foyer leads to an elegant formal living room and a gourmet chef’s kitchen. Sandcastle is a foodie’s paradise, with a secondary prep kitchen, butler’s pantry, wine room and beautiful formal dining room.
The main level also houses a library, a ten-seat theater, a utility room, a screened porch, and large covered porches.
The second level includes a 2,000-square-foot master suite, along with five en-suite guest bedrooms, an upstairs living room and a separate two-bedroom guest apartment.
Amenities include a gym and courts for squash, racquetball, basketball and volleyball, plus a two-lane bowling alley, climbing wall and skateboard halfpipe.
For the more adventurous, there are virtual sports simulations, a club area with a DJ booth and a private spa complete with fireplace.
The grand foyer leads to a formal living room and gourmet chef’s kitchen
The house has a total of 16 bedrooms and 13.5 bathrooms
The main residence features nine full bathrooms and five half baths
Sandcastle features a number of luxurious amenities, including a private spa with a fireplace
The second level includes a 2,000 sq. ft. master suite
The mega mansion is full of spaces to entertain and accommodate guests
A cozy private cinema can accommodate up to ten people
For the more eccentric residents, there’s a two-lane bowling alley, plus virtual sports simulations and a club area with a DJ booth
The property also features a charming poolside cottage
Outdoor amenities include a tennis court, large pool and oversized hot tub
Outside, the property features a sunken tennis court, a huge swimming pool, a hot tub, a basketball court and another outdoor kitchen.
The cottage-style pool house spans over 2,000 square feet and features four bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a kitchen.
“In essence, 612 Halsey is the epitome of a Hamptons estate, promising an unparalleled living experience in this coveted enclave,” the listing said.
The listing agents for the property are Tal Alexander and Sara Sandler Goldfarb of Official. Dailymail.com asked for comment.
In 2012, Beyoncé and Jay Z paid 0,000 to rent the mansion for the month of August, just seven months after their daughter’s birth.
Madonna stayed in the house for five days in the summer of 2015.
And Justin Bieber – who once played piano for the property developer’s own children – tried to rent the house while he was on tour in 2016, but Farrell declined, as his family used it as their primary residence.
Instead, the developer loaned him another mansion for free. Bieber also spent a weekend in Sandcastle in 2017.
Three summers later, Madonna stayed in the building for five days
Justin Bieber tried to rent the property in 2016, but the developer declined because his family lived there. Bieber finally booked a weekend stay a year later
Several other celebrities have called Bridgehampton their home over the years.
This includes reality TV star and businesswoman Bethenny Frankel, who put her property up for sale in 2018 – it officially sold in February 2020 for $2.28 million.
Actress and model Christie Brinkley once owned two homes in the hamlet.
Sarah Jessica Parker and husband Matthew Broderick have two Victorians located across the street from each other.
Last year, Parker listed her 1940s cottage on Booking.com to offer one lucky few fans a glamorous weekend away.