Built 1902, this traditional gambrel home is a luxurious hideaway in East Hampton. Its past life is evident as soon as you step through the door: polished wooden floors run through the house, oak beams characterise the kitchen, and white French doors and sash windows open out to the rolling gardens. Bedrooms are a dreamy mix of antique furniture – we love lie-ins in the four-poster bed – and botany prints, though for little ones there might be a squabble for the final room with its white clapboard walls and ladder to a secret mezzanine. When you're not gathered around one of the plush sofas or in a dining room, the gardens need to be explored, from the swimming pool to the Wendy house and swing set. For the more adventurous, there are bikes and a paddle board for trips to the nearby East Hampton Beach.

Home truths:
* The pools is typically only available for use from Memorial Day to Labor Day so if your booking falls outside of that time frame and you intend to use it, please be sure to inquire if it will be available before booking
* Utilities are included, although note if the final cost exceeds $135.00 per night, guests will be responsible for the difference – so make sure you turn off that light
*The home has three bikes, tennis rackets, and a paddle board for your enjoyment