More than a half-century after her death, Marilyn Monroe remains a Hollywood icon. For her third and final marriage, to famed playwright Arthur Miller, the Some Like It Hot star and the groom said their vows at this bucolic home in New York’s posh Westchester County. Now on the market, you can own a piece of Hollywood history (and a pretty sweet home!) for a mere $1.675 million.
Wedding Site
Adjacent to a meticulously manicured golf course, this four-bedroom, five-bathroom home is situated on the shore of Lake Waccabuc in New York’s Westchester Country, and served as the site where Marilyn Monroe married her third husband, playwright Arthur Miller, author of such acclaimed works as The Crucible and Death of a Salesman.
Their Second Wedding
This was Monroe’s third (and final) marriage, but ended up being the couple’s second wedding; their first was a civil ceremony held two days earlier, with more-public nuptials held at this gorgeous home, which at the time was owned by Miller’s agent.
Four Acres
Located on four sprawling acres, the home also sits at the edge of this gorgeous lake, and includes its own private boat dock.
Sophisticated Country Living
Located “just across from the sixteenth hole of the Waccabuc Country Club,” notes the listing, the home also includes lake rights on Lake Waccabuc and is “the perfect retreat for sophisticated country living.”
French Country
There are an array of French country elements found throughout the home, such as the wrought-iron bannister on the staircase leading to the second floor.
Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
The charming living room boasts floor-to-ceiling windows to take full advantage of the backyard view, a “wall of glass” that looks out to the manicured grounds and old-growth forest beyond. And check out that European-styled fireplace at the left.
Parquet Floors
Gorgeous parquet floors in the light-filled living room are among the many French Country elements found in the 4,291-square-foot home, which was built in 1948.
French Doors
This cozy, charming den features original hardwood floors, French doors leading to the backyard pool area and a large wood-burning fireplace to warm up those cold winter nights.
Formal Dining
The formal dining room is simply stunning, with a European-style arched doorway, two sets of French doors and an antique brass chandelier hanging overhead.
Four Bedrooms
One of the home’s four bedrooms, this one boasts leaded windows and its own bathroom.
Full of Light
Another bedroom, with a pair of large windows flooding the room with natural light.
Arched Doorway
The arched doorway in this bedroom is a unique architectural feature, complemented by additional touches such as the moon carved into the window shutter.
Master Bath
The largest of the homes six bathrooms, this one features a deep, built-in soaker tub set beneath a large arched window, with customized floor tile highlighted by a French fleur de lys.
Bountiful Backyard
The expansive backyard is where Monroe and Miller said “I do,” and overlooks the large pool and pool deck area.
Manicured Grounds
The backyard area showcases the property’s meticulously manicured grounds, accented by mature plantings that date back to the home’s construction nearly 70 years ago.
Cabana
At the far end of the pool is this charming little cabana, with an assortment of statues adding some charming European flair.
Pool Perfection
Can you think of anyplace more idyllic to spend a sunny summer day?
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