’Rock Edge’ Delivers Dramatic Beachfront Privacy in Beverly, MA

A stunning Georgian Revival with historic provenance and a dramatic waterfront setting has his hit the market in Beverly, MA. Built in 1904 and former home to one of the greatest female athletes of the early 20th century, Eleonora R. Sears, Rock Edge at 34 Paine Avenue, Prides Crossing is a 28,000-square-foot historic estate perched on a rocky bluff overlooking 400 square feet of private beachfront. The total property lot size is just over three acres.  George Sarkis, co-founder of The Sarkis Team at Douglas Elliman , has the exclusive listing which just hit the market for an impressive $22,000,000. Inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1968, Sears was a champion squash and tennis player and a well-connected socialite who would often host guests such as Judy Garland, Harold S. Vanderbilt and Cole Porter on the home’s grand terrace. While the home has been fully renovated, it was imperative to the homeowner, Charlie Benevento, to respect the integrity of the home and incorporate original, historic characteristics such as Tuscan columns on the exterior and 16-foot ceilings with restored crown molding inside. Linda Zarifi was tapped for the interior design. In 1970, Sears’ estate sold the property to Charlie’s father. Charlie has spent his life growing up in the home and it was a dream project to lead a complete renovation in his family’s safe haven. Now, Charlie is ready to pass the torch to the estate’s next rightful owner. The estate boasts 11 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. It has a classic, handsome brick façade with limestone embellishments and a slate roof. Rock Edge received its name from sitting above a rocky shoreline, with direct access to a private beach. There are even beach cabanas for guests to find relief while enjoying the outdoors and vast, water views. Contact The Sarkis Team to learn more about ‘Rock Edge’