17 Indian Trail

$20,000,000
Last Sold Price
8
Beds
7,310 Sq. Ft.
$2,736 / Sq. Ft.
7,310
Sq. Ft.
$2,736
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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 five hundred 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.
  1. Listed by Kelly Crosby • LandVest, Inc.

Property Details for 17 Indian Trail

Village
Osterville
School District
Barnstable
Style
Other (See Remarks)
Waterfront Type
Rivers
Waterview Type
Ocean
Waterfront
Yes
Waterview
Yes
Num Parking Spaces
8.00
LISTING UPDATED: 12/23/2025 10:20 AM

Property Details for 17 Indian Trail

StatusClosed
MLS #22502840
Days on Market135
Taxes$74,701 / year
HOA Fees$4,500 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Single Family Residence
Year Built1954
Lot Size7.43 AC / 323,651 SF
CountyBarnstable County

Location

Listing Courtesy of LandVest, Inc., Kelly Crosby

Sold By LandVest, Inc., Zenas Crocker

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Building Information for 17 Indian Trail

Stories2Year Built1954Building Size-Lot Size7.43 AC / 323,651 SF

Payment Calculator

$105,427 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$98,827

Property Taxes

$6,225

HOA Dues

$375

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Property Information for 17 Indian Trail

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions to Property: Oyster Harbors Island. Directions will be provided by security attendant.
  • Title Reference - Book: C199323
  • Region: Mid-Cape
  • County: Barnstable
  • City Postal ID: 02655
  • Street Number: 17
  • Water Body Name: Seapuit River
  • MLSAreaMajor: Barnstable
  • General Property Info:Water Body: Seapuit River
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4.00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Association: Yes
  • Membership Required: Yes
  • Annual Assoc Fee: $4,500
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • AssociationYN: Yes
  • Annual Taxes: $74,701
  • General Property Info:Fee Amount: $4,500
  • General Property Info:Fee Frequency: Annually
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Zoning: RF-1
  • Subdivision: Oyster Harbors
  • Tax ID: 070-009-004
  • Lot Size Source: Field Card
  • TopographyLot Desc:View: Scenic View(s)
  • Land Use: 10 - Multiple Use Property
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 323651
  • Sqft Total: 7310
  • Field Card SqFt: 7310
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 7310.0
  • General Property Info:Leased Land: No
Property and Assessments
  • Total Assessment: $9,002,100
  • Land Assessments: $6,836,800
  • Building Assessments: $1,858,800
  • Other Assessments: $306,500
  • Renovated: No
  • Flood Ins Required: No
  • Lead Base Paint: Unknown
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Landlord Pays:Sewer: Private Sewerage
  • Landlord Pays:Hot Water: Yes
  • Year Built Desc:Approximate: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Residence
  • Property Subtypes: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built Numeric: 1954
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Shingle
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached: No
  • Senior Community: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fuel Type:Electric: Generator
  • Fuel Type:Oil: Yes
  • Hot Water:Tank: Yes
  • Hot Water Source:Oil: Yes
  • Sewer:Private Sewer: Yes
  • Water:Town Water: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Underground Sprinkler System, Outdoor Shower, Garden
  • Miles to Beach: 0 - .1
  • Private Dock: Yes
  • Private Dock Description: None
  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof Description: Wood, Shingle
  • Siding Description:Shingle: Yes
  • Private Pool YN: No
  • Security Features: Security System
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered
Interior Features
  • Basement Description:Other - See Remarks: Yes
  • Floors: Hardwood
  • Heating: Oil
  • Interior Features: Wetbar
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Sep Living Qtrs Info: Beds: 0
  • Total Rooms: 21
  • Baths Total: 9
  • Baths Full: 9
  • Baths Half: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 8
  • Total Floor Plans Count: 0
  • RoomsTotal: 21
  • Bathrooms Total (Decimal): 9.00
  • Bathrooms Total (Notational): 9.00
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • General Property Info:Stories: 2
Rental
Rental Information
  • Owner Pays: Hot Water

Property History for 17 Indian Trail

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 23, 2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73388659

$20,000,000
Dec 23, 2025

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22502840

$20,000,000
Nov 7, 2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73388659

Oct 24, 2025

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22502840

Oct 23, 2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73388659

Jun 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73388659

$23,850,000
Jun 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22502840

$23,850,000
Nov 30, 2013

Expired

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200969

$11,500,000
Dec 31, 2012

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21110299

$19,500,000
Dec 1, 2011

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21110299

$28,740,000
Dec 1, 2011

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200969

$11,500,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/23/2025

Sold

MLS PIN #73388659

$20,000,000
12/23/2025

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22502840

$20,000,000
11/07/2025

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #73388659

10/24/2025

Under Agreement

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22502840

10/23/2025

Contingent

MLS PIN #73388659

06/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73388659

$23,850,000
06/10/2025

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #22502840

$23,850,000
11/30/2013

Expired

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200969

$11,500,000
12/31/2012

Sold

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21110299

$19,500,000
12/01/2011

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21110299

$28,740,000
12/01/2011

Listed (Active)

Cape Cod & Islands Multiple Listing Service #21200969

$11,500,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 17 Indian Trail

Taxable ValueLand$6,836,800Additions$2,139,000Total$8,975,800
Tax Record2024$70,101 ($5,842 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size323,651 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)ZoningRFCountyBARNSTABLEAPNCENT M:070 L:009004

Schools near 17 Indian Trail

This home is within Barnstable School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 7
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West Villages Elementary School
PublicK to 3

Barnstable United Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Barnstable Intermediate School
Public6 to 7

Barnstable High School
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of LandVest, Inc., Kelly Crosby

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