5 Luxe New England Estates from Norwell to Nantucket

Within the exclusive gated enclave of “The Reserve” in Norwell, 205 Pleasant Street is a custom estate by renowned builder Campbell Smith, set across 11.75 picturesque acres among just ten distinguished residences spanning more than 80 acres. This timeless Colonial pairs classic architecture with impeccable craftsmanship and refined finishes rarely found in newer construction. Inside, an elegant 11-room layout unfolds across more than 5,300 square feet, with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a thoughtfully designed open floor plan suited to both grand entertaining and relaxed daily life. Outdoors, resort-inspired grounds create a private retreat, featuring a heated Gunite pool, spa, and beautifully designed patio spaces for outdoor entertaining and quiet moments alike. A 5-bedroom septic system adds flexibility that may support future expansion for a guest house or ADU, shaping what comes next.

Within the exclusive enclave known as The Reserve, this custom estate by renowned architect Campbell Smith sits inside one of Norwell’s most sought-after gated communities. Privately set on 11.75 picturesque acres among just ten distinguished residences spanning more than 80 acres, the Colonial pairs timeless architecture with impeccable craftsmanship and refined finishes rarely found in newer construction. Inside, an elegant 11-room layout unfolds across a thoughtfully designed open floor plan that balances grand entertaining with comfortable everyday living. Outdoors, resort-inspired grounds take center stage, with a heated Gunite pool, spa, and beautifully designed patio spaces created for alfresco gatherings and quiet relaxation. With abundant acreage and a 5-bedroom septic system, the setting also suggests future potential for expansion, including a guest house or ADU, while preserving a sense of privacy and retreat.

Down a private road bordered by 170 acres of wooded conservation land, a custom-built Colonial unfolds on 5 acres with frontage on the Narrow River. Abundant windows bring a light-filled ease to the open plan, where the great room’s floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace anchors daily life and gatherings. From here, the flow continues into a dining area that opens to a deck designed for al fresco meals, entertaining, or lingering over sunset views. The cook’s kitchen is outfitted with recent appliances, including a 6-burner Wolf range with double ovens, a SubZero refrigerator, and a Miele dishwasher. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a fireplaced sitting area, two walk-in closets, and a bath with tiled shower, double sinks, and a jetted soaking tub. A 1,500-square-foot post-and-beam barn, outbuilding, fenced paddocks, and mooring potential round out days shaped by trails, boating, swimming, and quiet.

Size: 5.00 acres

Along the waterfront in Nantucket, this unique property is designed around flexibility and everyday utility. An oversized three-bay garage anchors the home, offering generous vehicle storage and the kind of practical space often missing from Brant Point or in-town residences. Upstairs, a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment delivers comfortable living with a well-designed layout that makes the most of the footprint. Below, a full basement adds substantial storage and presents clear potential for a future finish-out—whether as additional living area, office space, or a recreation room. Suited to homeowners who value function as much as comfort, it also provides ample room for winter vehicle storage, keeping seasonal transitions simple and organized.

Set on 3.34 private acres in South Kingstown, this stately New England Shingle Style home—designed by award-winning architect Nancy Leslie—comes to market for the first time in over 20 years. A grand entrance framed by oversized pillars and a mahogany-covered porch opens to a center stair, with a light-filled living room and den on one side and a spacious dining room on the other. In the main living room, an 18-foot ceiling rises above south-facing glass overlooking the kidney-shaped pool and multicolored gardens, anchored by a massive stone fireplace for fall and winter evenings. The den adds a second fireplace with a marble surround and mahogany mantle. A large screened porch sets the scene for summer meals, while the eat-in kitchen offers newer appliances and a walk-in pantry. Upstairs: a primary ensuite, three additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a separate laundry room. A post-and-beam three-stall barn with loft invites creative use. Minutes to Historic Wakefield and South County beaches.