1 Lily Pond Lane occupies a singular place in the architectural history of East Hampton. Built in 1905 for Frederick G. Potter and designed by renowned architect Joseph Greenleaf Thorp, the house stands at the threshold of Lily Pond Lane, overlooking Hook Pond and the Atlantic beyond. More than a century after its construction, it remains one of the great shingle-style summer houses of the East End.
Today, the home is undergoing a comprehensive restoration and redesign by Saffron Case Homes. Approached with both reverence and imagination, the project has sought to reveal the essence of the original architecture while creating a home that feels entirely relevant to contemporary family life. Over two years, the house has been carefully stripped back to its architectural framework, allowing its proportions, circulation, and craftsmanship to be thoughtfully reconsidered and rebuilt.
The three-story residence encompasses nearly 8,800 square feet, with generous gathering spaces, intimate rooms for reflection, and accommodations designed for extended family and guests. Historic details coexist with newly crafted elements, creating an atmosphere that feels collected rather than decorated, timeless rather than nostalgic.
Throughout the interiors, bespoke furnishings, commissioned artwork, and carefully sourced materials have been selected to establish a sense of quiet permanence. Every room has been shaped by the belief that beauty emerges not from excess, but from thoughtful restraint, craftsmanship, and comfort.
At its heart, 1 Lily Pond Lane is a study in contrasts: grand yet welcoming, historic yet contemporary, refined yet deeply livable. Light moves through the house from morning to evening, connecting interiors to gardens, pond, and ocean beyond. The result is a home that feels both rooted in its history and open to the generations who will inhabit it next.
More than a restoration, the project represents the continuation of an East Hampton legacy. It is an exploration of what a great American summer house can be—one that honors its past while embracing the rhythms of modern family life with grace, warmth, and enduring relevance.