Eight Ways to Call the Hamptons Home

Far off the east end of Long Island, N.Y., you'll find the Hamptons, an enclave peopled with Manhattanites looking to leave behind the mugginess of the concrete jungle for weekends of crisp ocean breezes and miles of sandy beaches.

With activities ranging from wine tasting and surfing to fishing and hiking, the Hamptons have long been a favorite getaway for many New Yorkers.

And although summer is full swing, that doesn't mean it's too late to purchase your dream vacation home in this East Coast haven. Here are eight princely properties that may even inspire you to make the Hamptons your home year-round.

Southampton Lakefront

Price: $48,000,000

Built in 1911, this massive 15,000 square foot Georgian mansion sits on 10 acres of sprawling lush land adjacent to Lake Agawam. Complete with hardwood flooring, glittering chandeliers, multiple fireplaces and large windows, this recently restored home boasts 12 bedrooms, nine full baths, two half baths, a gym, a library, a living room, a dining room, a three-car garage, a fully equipped country kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and an outdoor deck offering views of the lake and the nearby Atlantic Ocean.

An in-ground swimming pool and tennis court sit outside the residence, as does a separate guest house comprising three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen and living room.

For more information on the property, contact Harald Grant at 631-238-0600 or click here.

Sag Harbor White House

Price: $9,950,000

This spacious, sunny single-family residence offers recessed lighting, hardwood flooring and decks on each of its levels. It includes five bedrooms, three and half bathrooms, a modern media room, a living room and dining room, and a large gourmet kitchen in the main house. A kitchenette, main room and full bathroom make up the separate pool house.

The home's outdoor area includes a glistening pool, complete with a Jacuzzi, outdoor kitchen, lounging area and about 3.8 acres of green land.

Contact Harald Grant at 631-238-0600 or click here for more details.