Explore a 1906 Charles II-style mansion, English antiques, and 200 acres of formal gardens, ponds, eagles, and ideal spots for serenity and photos on Long Island.

Built in 1906 by George A. Crawley for John S. Phipps and his wife, Old Westbury Gardens is a stunning example of early 20th-century American aristocratic taste. The Charles II-style manor, set amid over 200 acres of formal gardens, ponds, woodlands and sculpture, is furnished with original English antiques, objets d’art and paintings. Expect a peaceful escape from city life: blooming gardens, elegant architecture, cultural events, and endless photo ops.

What You Will Experience

• Step Inside a Time Capsule
  Wander through the 23-room Westbury House, where fine English antiques, decorative arts, and original family furnishings offer a vivid look into the Gilded Age lifestyle. Paintings by Reynolds, Gainsborough, and a portrait by John Singer Sargent hang in rooms preserved much as they were when the Phipps family lived here.

• Gardens Like Living Art
  Stroll through beautifully manicured gardens designed by Crawley and horticulturists, including walled gardens, a rose garden, ponds and woodlands. Seasonal blooms all year round, dramatic vistas, pergolas, terraces—each turn feels like stepping into a painting.

• Architecture & History
  The mansion’s Charles II / Carolean Revival style, built to resemble English country estates, includes formal gates imported from England, classical façades, and interiors that reflect both elegance and comfort.

• Cultural Events & Activities
  Old Westbury isn’t just beautiful—it’s alive. Expect seasonal events like concerts, outdoor theatre, flower shows, wellness classes, children’s programs, art exhibitions, and garden tours.

• Photo-perfect Moments Everywhere
  From the grand entrance gates and long linden alleys to the Thatched Cottage playhouse and pond reflections, there are endless opportunities for beautiful landscapes, portrait shots, and Instagram-worthy corners.