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A Fashion Icon Lists His Fire Island Retreat

Michael Kors and his longtime husband purchased the property in 2001, and in 2014, enlisted legendary architect Scott Bromley to orchestrate a beachfront oasis

By Mary Elizabeth Andriotis
Beachfront view with two modern houses in Fire Island property belonging Michael Kors among dunes and trees under a clear blue sky.
Michael Kors has listed his Fire Island compound for $6.25 million. Photo: Josh Goetz

Fashion designer Michael Kors has listed his beachfront Fire Island retreat for $6.25 million, making it the most expensive home for sale in the exclusive Water Island community. The sprawling home, orchestrated by legendary architect Scott Bromley, boasts a total of five bedrooms, five full baths, and one partial bath. 

Situated between the Fire Island Pines and Davis Park, Water Island features only 48 homes next to the Fire Island Seashore. Kors and his husband, Lance Le Pere, purchased the .23-acre property with 200 feet of unobstructed Atlantic Ocean frontage in 2001 for $950,000. In 2014, they turned to Bromley for an overhaul.

Spacious living room at Fire Island house owned by Michael Kors with large windows, modern furniture, wooden accents, and a view of trees and sky.
The sprawling compound features a main home and a guest house. Photo: Josh Goetz

“If you want a beach-bum life, you have to find beach bums. And the architect, Scott Bromley—his idea of getting dressed up is if his shorts are clean,” Kors previously told Vogue. Bromley, who is well-known for designing Studio 54, took inspiration from places like Big Sur, Amangiri, and Parrot Cay, along with the craftsmanship of Hans Wegner and George Nakashima. 

Modern wooden house with a pool, lounge chairs, and outdoor dining area under umbrellas on a sunny day.
The pool. Photo: Josh Goetz

The one-bedroom main house consists of cedar and teak woods, diffused light, white walls, spa-like bathing spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sliding glass doors. Meanwhile, the four-bedroom, three-bath guesthouse on the neighboring lot has its own bar, sun decks, outdoor kitchen, and a pool, complete with what the listing describes as a “layered, modern aesthetic.”

Aerial view of modern coastal homes surrounded by lush greenery and overlooking a serene seascape under a clear blue sky.
The beachfront oasis is in Fire Island’s Water Island community. Photo: Josh Goetz
Modern bedroom with wooden furniture, cozy bed, woven chairs, artwork on the wall, and staircase leading upstairs.
The compound has five bedrooms. Photo: Josh Goetz
Rooftop with wooden decking, a small plunge pool, outdoor shower, and bamboo plants under a slatted wooden overhang.
Hot tub. Photo: Josh Goetz
Modern hallway at Fire Island summer home belonging to Michael Kors with wooden railing, artwork on the white wall, and a view into a cozy bedroom with natural light.
Main stair. Photo: Josh Goetz
Modern balcony at Fire Island summer home belonging to Michael Kors with wooden slatted walls, glass doors, and greenery in the background on a sunny day.
Balcony. Photo: Josh Goetz
Modern living room at Fire Island summer home belonging to Michael Kors with large windows, wooden furniture, cozy seating, and plants, offering a view of greenery outside.
Living area. Photo: Josh Goetz

Meg Smith and Nate Larson of Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty have the listing.