8 Snail Rd Chilmark, MA 02535
Chilmark Neighborhood
6
Beds
7
Baths
6,967
Sq Ft
10
Acres
About This Home
As of April 2025**NOTE: NOT INCLUDED IN SALE PRICE WAS ADDITIONAL PURCHASE OF FURNISHINGS AND ART FOR $2,350,000. Majestically perched 120 feet above the Atlantic Ocean, the magnificent Chilmark House is an award-winning triumph of design and execution. Designed by Seattle architect Rick Sundberg, Falmouth landscape architect Steve Stimson and built by master builder Andrew Flake, the house flows continuously between interior and exterior spaces. A comfortable yet luxurious seaside retreat that celebrates panoramic ocean views of the South Shore and Chilmark Pond. This home features gracious skylights, huge windows and wonderful detail in both design and materials. Oak and radiant-heated limestone floors, marble baths, precast concrete fireplace mantles and top quality appliances support a relaxed yet sophisticated experience for residents and guests. Views from the grand entrance encompass the ocean and infinity pool. The foyer leads past an exquisitely appointed dining room to the great room with soaring ceilings, floor to ceiling windows and an oversized wood burning fireplace. The impeccable attention to detail is highlighted in the chef's kitchen with sitting area, fireplace and custom casework. Heated infinity pool, half-basketball court, large screened porch and outdoor terraces provide a breezy and beautiful venue for all. This secluded residence and 2 bedroom guest cottage sit on 9.5 acres of wooded hillside and includes access to a private Atlantic Ocean beach accessed by boat across Chilmark Pond from your private dock. A presidential paradise, this estate served as the 2013 summer White House. An exquisite Vineyard home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Thomas Wallace
Wallace & Co. Sotheby's Listed on: 05/16/2018
Last Buyer's Agent
Thomas Wallace
Wallace & Co. Sotheby's Listed on: 05/16/2018
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$40,252
Year Built
2006
Lot Details
0
Listing Details
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Co List Office Mls Id: 741
- Special Features: None
- Year Built: 2006
Interior Features
- Appliances: Stove: Wolf, Washer: 4
- Has Basement: Full basement with home gym and fitness room. Over 2, 000 sq. ft. of storage and extra laundry facility.
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Fireplace Features: 3
- Interior Amenities: AC,Ins,Irr,OSh, Floor 1: Common living area includes an open living room with fireplace, dining room, gourmet kitchen, pantry, family sitting room with fireplace off the kitchen, powder room and laundry room. Master bedroom wing features a large bedroom with private study with fireplace, 2 full baths, changing room, spacious closets and a private deck with an outdoor shower. Guest wing includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a changing room.
- Main Level Bedrooms: 4
- Total Bedrooms: 14
Exterior Features
- Pool Private: No
- Foundation Details: Full
- Other Structures: Guest house, 3 car garage, infinity pool, and basketball court
Garage/Parking
- Parking Features: Stone driveway with 3 car garage
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: Cbl
- Water Source: Well
Lot Info
- Lot Size Sq Ft: 413820
- Land Lease Expiration Date: 2019-03-02
- Zoning: RES
Multi Family
- Number Of Units Furnished: Unfurnished
Tax Info
- Tax Annual Amount: 28105
- Tax Lot: Lots 30.1, 61, 62
- Tax Map Number: Map 24 & 18
- Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: 5620800
- Tax Year: 2018
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 16, 2018
Closed on
Jun 1, 2018
Sold by
Snail Road Llc
Bought by
Menemshovitz Rt
Seller's Agent
Thomas Wallace
Wallace & Co. Sotheby's
Buyer's Agent
Thomas Wallace
Wallace & Co. Sotheby's
List Price
$18,000,000
Sold Price
$15,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000,000
-16.67%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-13.30%
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $15,000,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $15,000,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $7,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $7,000,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $4,800,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $2,000,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $5,540,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $5,540,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $5,000,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $5,000,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $14,000,000 | -6.7% | $2,009 / Sq Ft |
| 04/09/2025 04/09/25 | Sold | $15,000,000 | +7.1% | $2,153 / Sq Ft |
| 03/13/2025 03/13/25 | For Sale | $14,000,000 | -6.7% | $2,009 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2018 06/01/18 | Sold | $15,000,000 | 0.0% | $2,153 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2018 06/01/18 | Sold | $15,000,000 | -16.7% | $2,153 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2018 06/01/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/28/2018 05/28/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2018 05/16/18 | For Sale | $18,000,000 | -20.0% | $2,584 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2015 07/01/15 | For Sale | $22,500,000 | -- | $3,230 / Sq Ft |
Source: LINK (Vineyard)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,252 | $17,889,600 | $4,784,700 | $13,104,900 |
| 2024 | $36,368 | $17,154,500 | $4,564,900 | $12,589,600 |
| 2023 | $34,755 | $13,214,900 | $3,426,600 | $9,788,300 |
| 2022 | $33,450 | $11,861,800 | $3,426,600 | $8,435,200 |
| 2021 | $30,876 | $10,610,400 | $3,426,600 | $7,183,800 |
| 2020 | $29,416 | $10,285,400 | $3,359,400 | $6,926,000 |
| 2019 | $24,470 | $8,496,700 | $3,359,400 | $5,137,300 |
| 2018 | $23,366 | $8,496,700 | $3,359,400 | $5,137,300 |
| 2017 | $22,502 | $8,396,300 | $3,359,700 | $5,036,600 |
| 2016 | $22,075 | $8,145,900 | $3,359,700 | $4,786,200 |
| 2015 | $21,560 | $8,197,600 | $3,359,700 | $4,837,900 |
| 2014 | $16,585 | $6,687,500 | $3,746,400 | $2,941,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
A
Seller's Agent in 2025
Alyssa Halisky
Wallace & Co. Sotheby's International Realty
-
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Thomas Wallace
Wallace & Co. Sotheby's International Realty
-
B
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Buyer Unrepresented
mv.UnrepBuyer
Map
Source: LINK (Vineyard)
MLS Number: 33672
APN: CHIL-000018-000000-000061
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