Tommy Hilfiger sells his Connecticut mansion for $47.5 million before moving to Florida
Tommy Hilfiger makes a quick sale for $47.5 million on his Connecticut mansion… as he and wife Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger plan to move to Florida
- Hilfiger, 69, and Ocleppo, 53, purchased the home in 2010 for $31.4 million
- The couple spent three years renovating the property following their purchase
- The mansion was only on the market since September, at an asking price of $47.5 million
- The gorgeous home, which features French turrets, dates back to 1939
- Hilfiger’s mansion sits on 22 acres, and the main home has more than 13,000 sq. ft.
- There were only four showings and three offers before the home sold, the New York Post reports
Tommy Hilfiger has sold his Connecticut mansion for $47.5million after less than three months on the market.
The legendary fashion designer, 69, sold the Greenwich property – which has landmark status – ahead of a planned moved to Palm Beach, Florida with his wife Dee Ocleppo Hifliger, 53, the New York Post reported.
The home seems to have been priced to move, as the Hilfigers sold it ‘after just four showings, and three great offers,’ a source told the Post.
The stately mansion was put on the market in September at an asking price of $47.5 million, and it was quickly snapped up.
Moving out: Tommy Hilfiger, 69, and his wife Dee Ocleppo, 53, sold their Greenwich, Connecticut, home for $47.5 million, the New York Post reported on Wednesday
The main home on the property dates back to 1939, and it features lovely French turrets that give it a palatial feel.
The 22-acre property features elegantly sculpted hedges, and its new owner will be able to wander through its rose garden, or delight in the topiary garden.
The estate also features decorative water fountains, and there’s a pool to cool down in on a hot summer day.
Snowbirds: The Post reported that the fashion designers will be moving south to Palm Beach, Florida; pictured in November 2019
Quick sale: The home seems to have been priced to move, as the Hilfigers sold it ‘after just four showings, and three great offers,’ a source said
Hear today, gone tomorrow: The stately mansion was put on the market in September at an asking price of $47.5 million, and it was quickly snapped up
Hilfiger purchased the home back in 2010 at a price of $31.4 million, though it underwent three years of renovations.
Occlepo, a fashion designer in her own right, described being in the home as feeling as if they were in ‘the English countryside’ while speaking with Architectural Digest in 2017.
However, she appreciated how close they were to New York City and other population centers.
Stunning: The main home on the property dates back to 1939, and it features lovely French turrets that give it a palatial feel
Room to wander: The 22-acre property features elegantly sculpted hedges, and its new owner will be able to wander through its rose garden
Elegant: There’s also a topiary with elegantly sculpted hedges
Chill out: The estate also features decorative water fountains, and there’s a pool to cool down in on a hot summer day
In the same interview, her husband revealed that the renovations were so extensive that they went down to ‘every doorknob’ in the mansion.
The main residence has a massive 13,344 sq. ft., with six bedrooms.
The home, which is a comfortable commute away from New York City, includes views of the Manhattan skyline and the Long Island Sound.
The home has a church-like atmosphere thanks to its stained-glass panels, and guests will be able to stay cosy on blustery winter nights thanks to its six fireplaces.
Though the mansion is more than 80 years old, it has the modern touch of a home theater.
Bargain: Hilfiger purchased the home back in 2010 at a price of $31.4 million, though it underwent three years of renovations
Staying in shape: Along with the pool, the new owners can get in some exercise via a game of tennis on the courts
Room for more: Those guests will have plenty of room to themselves, as the property features a guest cottage
There’s also a wine cellar and a tasting room to accommodate guests with more refined palates.
Those guests will have plenty of room to themselves, as the property features a guest cottage.
Along with the pool, the new owners can get in some exercise via a game of tennis on the courts.
Anyone with a green thumb can let their plants grow wild in a greenhouse.
Movie nights: Though the mansion is more than 80 years old, it has the modern touch of a home theater
Pastoral: Occlepo, a fashion designer in her own right, described being in the home as feeling as if they were in ‘the English countryside’ while speaking with Architectural Digest in 2017
Nothing unchanged: In the same interview, her husband revealed that the renovations were so extensive that they went down to ‘every doorknob’ in the mansion
The home currently has a gym with plenty of space for whatever equipment is desired.
The master bedroom features its own cozy fireplace, along with a balcony and plenty of natural light from the windows.
A walk-in closet features a massive built-in wardrobe and enough space for Hilfiger to try out his ensembles on models.
Ocleppo’s closet features a white and grey color scheme with floral wallpaper.
The spacious master bathroom includes hardwood floors and a massage bed to unwind.
Another bathroom features a more modest space with a walk-in shower and white tiles.
Working out: The home currently has a gym with plenty of space for whatever equipment is desired
Lovely: The master bedroom features its own cozy fireplace, along with a balcony and plenty of natural light from the windows
Fashion spot: A walk-in closet features a massive built-in wardrobe and enough space for Hilfiger to try out his ensembles on models
Flower power: Ocleppo’s closet features a white and grey color scheme with floral wallpaper
Pampered: The spacious master bathroom includes hardwood floors and a massage bed to unwind
Brilliant white: Another bathroom features a more modest space with a walk-in shower and white tiles
Those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle can take refuge in the mansion’s study, which has window seats for reading and gazing upon the property.
The living area has plenty of space for entertaining without too many distractions.
Hilfiger’s elegantly wood-paneled dining room highlights the home’s old-school charms.
The large kitchen features granite countertops and convenient island seating for more casual meals and snacks.
Escape: Those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle can take refuge in the mansion’s study, which has window seats for reading and gazing upon the property
Comfortable: The living area has plenty of space for entertaining without too many distractions
Reserved: Hilfiger’s elegantly wood-paneled dining room highlights the home’s old-school charms
Low key: The large kitchen features granite countertops and convenient island seating for more casual meals and snacks
Off of the kitchen is a smaller dining area covered in warm woods for everyday meals and intimate get-togethers.
A bar area is ideal for parties, and guests can relax by the fire or play a game of billiards in the same room.
The home also boasts one room featuring a tiny castle, which might be ideal for a child to let their imagination run wild.
Meal spot: Off of the kitchen is a smaller dining area covered in warm woods for everyday meals and intimate get-togethers
Entertaining: The bar area is ideal for parties
Activities: Guests can relax by the fire or play a game of billiards in the same room
All ages: The home also boasts one room featuring a tiny castle, which might be ideal for a child to let their imagination run wild
