The Tommy Tune house Est. 1968- Reno 1984.
120 Ocean Walk
Sitting high on a dune on the ocean is the house where Tommy lived. Broadway star Tommy Tune that is. The Pines has always had a celebrity filled history, and Tommy was one of our brightest stars. Arriving for the first time in 1974 on the invite of Broadway Joseph Kipness, “Kippy” as he was affectionately called by his friends, was one of the biggest Tony Award winning producers on Broadway from the 1950’s to the 1980’s. He soon purchased this home, and renovated it to his liking including making the bathroom sink more comfortable with his height. He was very involved in the community.
1982
Including Cherry Grove…
1978
At first glance the house reminded him of the Emerald city done in cedar. Later when walking by the house would sing to him. He knew immediately upon entering the threshold of the house that he had to become the new owner.
He would often come out in the winter months and bundle up as the house was not heated. During the early 80’s as he was preparing for the Broadway show “My One and Only” he and co-star Twiggy would rehearse on the outside decks.
Designed by architect Earl Combs
Designed in 1969 by noted architect Earl Combs who designed many homes in the Pines it had a castle like appearance.
You knew when Tommy was home by the flag he flew above the house.
Tommy Tune with Texas Flag by Jack Vartoogian.
1984
He was approachable and friendly to all in the community even as his celebrity got bigger.
2008
He sold the home in the 90’s, and has returned infrequently. After Super Storm Sandy in 2012 the house fell into disrepair. In 2021 work has begun on a restoration.
Inside Emerald City…
Interior photo’s courtesy of Bob Howard Realty.
He returned to Cherry Grove in 2013 for a tribute to Carol Channing.
Changes are ahead, however it will always be known as the “Tommy Tune House.”
As of 2023 the property is sold …
StatusSaleLocationFire Island PinesPrice$1,825,000Bedrooms3Bathrooms3.5Taxes$15,834
This was the plan sold with the home:
Intelligently reimagined by Rodman Paul Architects, Earl Combs’ towering ziggurat remains one of the most iconic mid-century oceanfront homes on Fire Island. Newly configured with 3 bedrooms & 3.5 Bathrooms set around a soaring 3 story atrium, the property is being offered with fully approved building permits and a complete set of architectural plans.
Extra large lot with 100 feet of ocean frontage.
The current owner has decided to bring the home back to its original design…
