slides: Historic South Kingstown Estate Comes Up For Sale in RI

Wednesday, March 20, 2013

GoLocalProv Real Estate Team

It's not often that a historic McKim, Mead & White property comes up for sale, but in South Kingstown, that's the case with "Emdalar," a historic home designed by the renowned firm and built in 1883. Glorious in history and detail, the interiors await updating by the next owner. Take a peek inside at what has been lovingly referred to as "The Castle."

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"The Castle"

This large and elaborate shingle and granite home was built in 1883 for Jeremiah Potter Robinson, and designed by the famous architectural firm of McKim, Mead & White.

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Green

Located southwest of Wakefield, along the Post Road “estate district,” Emdalar is set back and secluded on 6.34 lush acres. The grounds are full of prolific plantings, including a sprawling European Weeping Beech tree, a Copper Beech tree, and even an organic blueberry grove.

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Expanse

This is space for lots of living, not to mention entertaining. Emdalar offers 7,000 square feet of living space, including 9 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, and 11 fireplaces.

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Living

The large living hall features exquisite oak wainscoting, ten foot ceilings with exposed beams, and an oversized grand stone fireplace.

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Original

All of the rich wood working throughout the home is original and has never been painted--a boon for lovers of historic homes.

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Design

The home was designed by the famous architectural firm of McKim, Mead & White, and is an incredible example of the firm's coastal estates.

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Details

Built in 1883 for Jeremiah Potter Robinson, the home abounds with unique period details, such as hand carved mantels, interior shutters, and custom built-ins.

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Grand stairs

The home showcases a wide, ornate staircase providing access to the second floor.

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Landings

The broad second floor landing is a typical design of McKim, Mead & White with all of the bedrooms radiating off from the center hallway.

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Study

The study, located on the first floor of the turret, has gorgeous rounded ceilings, windows, and built-in bookcases, while also featuring an inviting fireplace.

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Outer details

The exterior displays Westerly granite stonework and several large chimneys, and is highlighted by a south side terrace and a stone tower with a witch’s cap roof.