17 Indian Trail
Barnstable, MA 02655
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- 8 beds
- 9 baths
- 7,310 sqft
- ~7 acre lot
- $3,262 per sqft
- 1997 build
- – on site
A secluded treasure nestled on a private island. In the 1950s, Paul Mellon, heir to the famous banking family that established the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., and his wife Bunny chose this setting for a summer retreat. They created a home of elegance, comfort and great beauty, where they entertained world leaders, movie stars and industrialists. Bunny shaped the gardens and landscape, creating an exquisite blend of native plantings and trees. The 7,300-square-foot main house is integrated into the land, with its eight bedrooms offering views of either the sea or the gardens. Natural pathways wind through the property, connecting the main house to cottages—including a former art studio converted into a private suite—and lead to a beach house, where the Mellons hosted President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline. With over 500 feet of waterfront, a private dock, and access to a private island, now serving as a protected bird sanctuary, this is an island haven like no other.
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Last updated Jun 14, 2025
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MLS# 73388659 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1997
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Year Built Details:Approximate
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Year Built Source:Public Records
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Architectural Style:Contemporary
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Foundation Details:Other
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Building Area Total:7310
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Building Area Units:Square Feet
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Building Area Source:Public Records
Interior
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Rooms Total:21
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Fireplace:true
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Fireplaces Total:4
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:7310
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Living Area Source:Public Record
Location
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Directions:Oyster Harbors Island. Directions will be provided by security attendant.
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Latitude:41.609414
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Longitude:-70.407802
The Property
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Parcel Number:2235297
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Property Attached:false
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Lot Size Area:7.43
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Lot Size SqFt:323650
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Lot Size Acres:7.43
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Zoning:RF-1
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View:Scenic View(s)
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View:true
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Waterview:Yes
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Waterview Features:River
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Waterfront:true
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Waterfront Features:Waterfront
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Farm Land Area Units:Square Feet
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Office phone:
- (617) 723-1800
Taxes
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Tax Year:2025
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Tax Book Number:C19932
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Tax Annual Amount:74701
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Tax Assessed Value:9002100
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:8
Baths
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Total Baths:9
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Total Baths:9
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Full Baths:9
The Listing
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Home Warranty:false
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Oil
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Heating:true
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Cooling:Central Air
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Cooling:true
Utilities
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Sewer:Private Sewer
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Water Source:Public
The Community
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Senior Community:false
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Spa:false
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Association:false
Parking
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Garage:true
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Garage Spaces:4
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Parking Total:8
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Covered Spaces:4
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$23,850,000
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$127,709
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| Taxes | $6,225 |
| Insurance | $6,558 |
| Utilities | $603 See report |
| Total | $141,095/mo.* |
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Sale history
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6/10/25
Jun 10, 2025
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Listed / Active | MLSPIN | $23,850,000 |
