Grand Optimist

This home on historic Shelter Island is as vibrant as they come. Designed by noted NYC architects Paul Aferiat and Peter Stamberg – and featured in many a magazine and television show – the home blends the line between art and architecture in a glorious exploration of Newtonian colour theory. The colour is bold – from a lime green roof, to shocking pink and orange walls, to a canary yellow dining table – and translucent walls make the whole space glow. There’s a hanging, rotating fireplace to keep you cosy, a private swimming pool to cool off in, and a Bertazzoni range cooker to keep the culinary whizz of your group happy. The house is split into two parts, giving a balance of privacy and places to gather. And it’s likely that you’ll be gathering outside by the pool to grill a feast as you relax in the sunshine. When you head out, you’ll find the small private beach at Coecles Harbor a short walk away, and a five-minute drive will take you to the many larger beaches in the area.

Home truths:
*The home is arranged in two parts – one contains the living/dining room, kitchen, master bedroom and bathroom while the other has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a convertible TV room
*There are beds available for eight guests, but the maximum occupancy of the home is six guests
*The pool is heated and will typically only be available between Memorial Day and Labor Day due to the climate in the northeaster US – if you're booking outside of this period and would like to use the pool, please ask the host whether it will be available
*Unfortunately, pets are not allowed in this home