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Westchester mansion once owned by famous Tonight Show host Johnny Carson hits market for $5 million

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A stunning mansion once owned by The Tonight Show host Johnny Carson has hit the market for the first time in more than four decades, with an asking price of $5.3 million.

A stunning mansion once owned by The Tonight Show host Johnny Carson has hit the market for the first time in more than four decades, with an asking price of $5.3 million.

The luxurious estate, located on 1.9 acres in Westchester County, features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and multiple living spaces adorned with high ceilings and large windows.

Carson, the iconic NBC late-night talk show host, made this stately Colonial-style stone mansion his home in the 1950s before moving to the West Coast and marrying his second wife, Joanne Copeland, in 1963.

The property is still known as “Carson Ballfield” in Rye, Westchester’s smallest town on New York’s vibrant shores, because children used to play baseball on the field during Carson’s ownership.

A stunning mansion once owned by The Tonight Show host Johnny Carson has hit the market for the first time in more than four decades, with an asking price of $5.3 million.

A stunning mansion once owned by The Tonight Show host Johnny Carson has hit the market for the first time in more than four decades, with an asking price of $5.3 million.

Located on 1.9 acres in Westchester County, this luxurious estate features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and multiple living spaces adorned with high ceilings and large windows.

Located on 1.9 acres in Westchester County, this luxurious estate features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and multiple living spaces adorned with high ceilings and large windows.

Located on 1.9 acres in Westchester County, this luxurious estate features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, and multiple living spaces adorned with high ceilings and large windows.

Carson, the iconic host of NBC's Tonight Show, made this stately Colonial-style stone mansion his home in the 1950s before moving to the West Coast and marrying his second wife, Joanne Copeland, in 1963.

Carson, the iconic host of NBC's Tonight Show, made this stately Colonial-style stone mansion his home in the 1950s before moving to the West Coast and marrying his second wife, Joanne Copeland, in 1963.

Carson, the iconic host of NBC’s Tonight Show, made this stately Colonial-style stone mansion his home in the 1950s before moving to the West Coast and marrying his second wife, Joanne Copeland, in 1963.

In addition to Carson, notable owners of the property included Fritz Seibel, the renowned illustrator of the beloved ‘Amelia Bedelia’ book series, as well as art collectors Rick and Monica Segal, according to Sotheby’s.

Stockbroker Christy Murphy with Julia B FeeSotheby’s International Realty, describes the property as “a one-of-a-kind stone manor home with off-the-beaten-track amenities, character, proximity and ownership.”

Built in 1928, the six-bedroom, 7½-bathroom residence is 9,923 square feet. It is conveniently located near shops, cities, trains and golf courses.

The large living rooms are complete with seven fireplaces, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere to entertain guests and enjoy quality family moments.

The custom chef’s kitchen offers a center island and plenty of high-end appliances and prep space.

Built in 1928, the six-bedroom, 7½-bathroom residence is 9,923 square feet. It is conveniently located near shops, cities, trains and golf courses.

Built in 1928, the six-bedroom, 7½-bathroom residence is 9,923 square feet. It is conveniently located near shops, cities, trains and golf courses.

Built in 1928, the six-bedroom, 7½-bathroom residence is 9,923 square feet. It is conveniently located near shops, cities, trains and golf courses.

The large living rooms are complete with seven fireplaces, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere to entertain guests and enjoy quality family moments.

The large living rooms are complete with seven fireplaces, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere to entertain guests and enjoy quality family moments.

The large living rooms are complete with seven fireplaces, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere to entertain guests and enjoy quality family moments.

The custom chef's kitchen offers a center island and plenty of high-end appliances and prep space.

The custom chef's kitchen offers a center island and plenty of high-end appliances and prep space.

The custom chef’s kitchen offers a center island and plenty of high-end appliances and prep space.

The luxurious estate has six bedrooms, seven bathrooms and multiple living spaces.

The luxurious estate has six bedrooms, seven bathrooms and multiple living spaces.

The luxurious estate has six bedrooms, seven bathrooms and multiple living spaces.

One of the numerous living spaces on the property.

One of the numerous living spaces on the property.

A personalized office is shown.

A personalized office is shown.

Additional features include three custom offices thoughtfully designed to inspire creativity and productivity for work or study, the listing says.

Additional features include three custom offices thoughtfully designed to inspire creativity and productivity for work or study, the listing says.

The outdoor area highlights a pool, spa, pickleball court and gazebo, with bluestone walkways surrounding the property.

“Wraparound covered terraces offer seamless indoor-outdoor living and alfresco dining with panoramic views,” the listing reads.

The estate also features custom built-in shelving, hardwood floors, and a spacious gym, plus a private sauna and indoor cabin bathroom.

A full ice cream bar and a three-car garage equipped with two charging stations are just a few of the top-notch amenities the residence offers.

1709244315 165 Westchester mansion once owned by famous Tonight Show host Johnny

1709244315 165 Westchester mansion once owned by famous Tonight Show host Johnny

“Wraparound covered terraces offer seamless indoor-outdoor living and alfresco dining with panoramic views,” the listing says.

The estate also features custom built-in shelving, hardwood floors, and a spacious gym, plus a private sauna and indoor cabin bathroom.

The estate also features custom built-in shelving, hardwood floors, and a spacious gym, plus a private sauna and indoor cabin bathroom.

The estate also features custom built-in shelving, hardwood floors, and a spacious gym, plus a private sauna and indoor cabin bathroom.

The outdoor area highlights a pool, spa, pickleball court and gazebo, with bluestone walkways surrounding the property.

The outdoor area highlights a pool, spa, pickleball court and gazebo, with bluestone walkways surrounding the property.

The outdoor area highlights a pool, spa, pickleball court and gazebo, with bluestone walkways surrounding the property.

Pictured is a pickleball court on the property.

Pictured is a pickleball court on the property.

Pictured is a pickleball court on the property.

The listing describes the opulent property as “a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship, offering an unparalleled lifestyle” and “promising an exceptional living experience.”

Rick, founder of Seavest Investment Group, and Monica purchased the extravagant Siebel estate for $800,000, it was reported The charge.

The Segals adorned the walls of the property with more than 1,000 works of contemporary art they amassed, some of which are currently on loan to museums or offered at auction.

The house also served as the backdrop for an episode of MTV’s Teen Cribs, a series that premiered in 2009.

The estate agent wrote: ‘This exceptional offer is ideal for those seeking a combination of sophistication, comfort and privacy. ‘

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