Photos: Michael Douglas & Catherine Zeta-Jones Is Selling Their $12M Riverfront Country Mansion

Tinseltown power couple Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas have listed their gorgeous Westchester County home on the real estate market. The Wall Street Journal published a profile article on the home on June 17, giving an exclusive glimpse into the lavish residence where the famous actors resided with their two kids, Carys Zeta and Dylan Michael Douglas.

Michael and Catherine’s huge, gated mansion spans roughly 12 acres on the Hudson River, is situated in the upscale village of Irvington, New York, and is on sale for a whopping $12 million. Compass listing agent David Turner reported that the property is approximately 20 miles from Manhattan.

Public records show that Catherine had originally bought the home for $4.5 million in 2019. Speaking about the purchase via a statement, “The Mask of Zorro” star divulged, “When I purchased our Irvington home I knew our family would share many happy times here, and we have!”

Catherine then explained the reason she and her husband, whom she’s been married to for over two decades, are choosing to sell the property now. “Now that both our son and daughter have left the nest it seems like the right time to sell,” she shared.

Another influence prompting the couple to list their home is work commitments. Reportedly, Catherine’s upcoming professional endeavors are set to take her overseas. Discussing this matter, she added, “Michael and I plan to spend more time in Bermuda and Europe.”

Now that their mansion has been listed, stunning pictures of the residence that was built in the 1920s, taken by photographer Daniel Milstein, have surfaced online for keen observers to take a peek. The Georgian-style house boasts 130 feet of frontage on the river, a 100-foot terrace that overlooks the water, and so much more.

Once in the possession of Charles Lewis Tiffany, the founder of iconic jewelry brand Tiffany & Co., and then the successful sugar merchant family, the Matthiessens, the mansion has a brick-and-stone exterior with towering columns.

“This stunning 12-acre property, located in the prestigious Matthiessen Park of Irvington, offers a truly exclusive living experience,” Daniel said. Upon entering the luxurious eight-bedroom home, visitors are met with eye-catching furniture in every room.

Some amenities include a two-story, oak-paneled library, an indoor pool, and a kitchenette. The latter of the three is situated on the lower level of the home which also opens up to reveal a beautifully designed grass-and-stone terrace.

David’s enchanting pictures display breathtaking views of the Hudson River and endless greenery and shrubbery. The gorgeous manor is also surrounded by countless trees, prioritizing the privacy of the residents and adding to the overall aesthetic and charm of the lot.

Views inside the mansion boast uniquely designed spaces like a black-and-white sitting area that has pops of gold and silver and artwork. Sharply contrasting with the white and black is the entrance of a red room filled with more art and ornaments.

An image of the classic kitchen shows spacious marble countertops, white-paneled cupboards, and a silver gas stove with a black and gold kitchen hood. The room also includes other top-of-the-line appliances like two ovens and a dishwasher. Overhead gold lights on the ceiling illuminate and breathe life into the kitchen.

The fifth picture in the carousel of images shows another one of the many sitting rooms. This one incorporates a more brown/neutral theme with a large, cozy-looking, plush couch placed against a white wall. There is also an eccentric armchair and more colorful art pieces.

While Catherine and Michael renovated the home extensively, the couple also managed to maintain its original character. Talking about the design updates, David said, “There’s a blend of formal and informal rooms. There’s a family room next to the kitchen, which many of these old mansions don’t have.”

Adding another layer to the rarity of this real estate gem is the fact that the mansion is move-in ready, an uncommon detail for many prewar homes in the area. Residents in the prime location also have many shops and restaurants in close proximity to choose from when going out.

According to The Wall Street Journal’s article, Catherine and Michael’s riverfront country mansion is set to be the most expensive sale in Irvington. Additionally, this home is only one of the many others the couple has put up for sale in their extensive real estate portfolios.

Before moving to the house they are selling now, Catherine Zeta-Jones sold their Bedford residence for $20.5 million after purchasing it for $11.25 million in 2014. A few years before that, Michael Douglas sold the duo’s Manhattan property in Central West Park for $21.5 million.

While the couple may have impressive wealth as a result of their huge earnings, their family remains at the forefront of what matters the most. A previous glimpse into their familial relationships and experiences shows how despite being Hollywood A-listers, Catherine and Michael lead normal lives.

One such “normal” activity that the patriarch of their family likes to engage in is cooking for his kids. When the couple’s marriage hit rock bottom in 2013, he moved out of their New York penthouse overlooking Central Park. Still, the Emmy Award winner regularly made his way there to make breakfast for his brood.

Michael went there every morning to whip up fluffy pancakes topped with maple syrup – which his children loved. A close family friend previously revealed that he even took a frying pan to work. Additionally, in the evenings, he would return home to watch television with his son and daughter before they went to sleep.

Meanwhile, the family matriarch also dotes on their children. Catherine is also a loving stepparent to Michael’s son Cameron Douglas and a doting step-grandmother to her stepson’s daughter, Lua Douglas. She gushed over her in February 2020 on social media.

The then-two-year-old posed wearing sunglasses and a bucket hat, and Catherine reportedly captioned the post, “My love. Lua Douglas. Rocking it!!!” Cameron welcomed his firstborn with his significant other, Viviane Thibes, in 2017.

Following the birth of the first Douglas grandchild, Michael revealed he and his spouse were “so happy to be her Bubba and Zeze.” Months later, the new dad posted a picture of his infant child with Catherine and wrote, “Zeze and Lua. Watch out for this duo! #Thoroughlyblessed #Loved and #Spoiled.”

The actor has also previously spoken of his famous stepmother in affectionate terms. Initially, he was very frank about how things could have panned out differently between his father and Catherine because of her age. He stated that in society, there are usually stories about young stepmoms who join an existing family only to sideline the kids from a previous union.

However, that did not happen with the brunette beauty because he quickly warmed up to her the first time they met. During that time, he suggested they be friends and gave her a warm welcome to the Douglas family. Cameron assured his stepmother that she was one of them.

Since that day, he revealed she has remained true to herself and has become the glue for their family. Catherine’s love for her stepchild is mutual. When he released his book, “Long Way Home,” in 2019, she celebrated him on social media, penning, “I am so proud of you Cam and I love you with all my heart.”

Moreover, in June 2020, Catherine shared what she and her family were up to amid the lockdown. At the time, she and Michael were isolated in Irvington, New York, with their then-teenage son and daughter. While cooped up, the mother of two reportedly revealed they were “Playing cards, playing Monopoly, having three meals a day.”

She also mentioned, “We haven’t killed each other. We’ve respected each other’s space just to have the time to be together and to talk. It’s been great.” Catherine added that she enjoyed spending time with her loved ones in their 1930s Georgian-style home.

Besides that, Catherine also showed off her piano skills with her pet dog, Taylor. She joked on social media that her pup was her “biggest fan” when playing the musical instrument. The Academy Award winner’s son Dylan has also shown an interest in playing the piano but failed to impress his younger sister Carys with his skills.

Their mom shared a glimpse into their lives again in November 2021 when she posted a clip of them celebrating Thanksgiving while having dinner. “Happy Thanksgiving to all. So much to be thankful for,” Catherine penned alongside the video upload. They feasted on her favorite stuffed pears prepared by Carys.

The “Chicago” star’s husband also gave fans a glimpse of the festivities from their evening, which included a piano singalong with relatives. Douglas captioned his post, “Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Wishing you all a wonderful and safe holiday weekend!”

In their free time, Michael and Catherine like to go on walks together. “We’ll walk around a golf course together for four hours at a time,” she disclosed. Apart from spending quality time with her husband, Catherine busies herself with hobbies, like sewing. In April 2021, she posted a video of her and her mother sewing together.

“As you can see, my mom and I have been working like little beavers building a dam,” the Tony Award winner said in the clip. She then showed her fans how she and her mother worked together using sewing machines to make cushions and curtains.

Catherine and Michael were on summer holiday at the time and were joined by her parents at his coastal estate in Mallorca, near Valldemossa.