Exactly a century after The Great Gatsby was published, Oheka Castle remains a living tribute to Scott Fitzgerald’s iconic tale.
Oheka Castle spanning over 109,000 square feet with 127 rooms, the French-style chateau—designed by Delano & Aldrich and nestled atop Long Island’s highest hill—is steeped in Gilded Age opulence.
Around the grounds, the famed Olmsted Brothers landscaping includes formal sunken gardens, reflecting pools, tennis courts, greenhouses, and even an 18-hole golf course—revealing the magnitude of its original vision.
After decades of diverse uses—from a military academy to a government facility—it fell into disrepair. In 1984, developer Gary Melius committed over $40 million to restore the estate to its original grandeur. Today, it operates as a luxury hotel and event venue. Guests enjoy luxe amenities such as in-room Molton Brown toiletries, Frette linens, in-room massage service, a 24-hour fitness center, and elegant A‑la‑carte breakfasts in the grand ballroom—all reflecting a high-end experience rooted in historical charm.
The castle’s 32 guest rooms and bespoke suites—including themed “Gatsby” and “Olmsted” accommodations—combine vintage elegance with modern comfort. The suites feature luxurious furnishings, spa-like bathrooms, and chauffeur-driven transport options—all enhanced by luxe amenities rarely found in typical historic properties. On-site dining at the OHK Bar & Restaurant offers refined European‑style cuisine curated by top chefs and sommeliers.
Property-wide guest services include guided mansion tours, garden strolls, legacy brick purchases, and a boutique gift shop. Concierge assistance ensures every detail is seamless—from themed weddings and film-location events to bespoke corporate retreats, maintaining the spirit of lavish 1920s hospitality.
Fitzgerald drew inspiration from multiple estates on the Gold Coast—real places that lent authenticity to West Egg and East Egg. Visitors can explore great houses like Hempstead House, Beacon Towers (now demolished but once the iconic inspiration), and Old Westbury Gardens. While some have vanished, the grandeur remains, allowing guests to experience luxe amenities such as curated historical tours, private event staff, manicured lawns, and vintage-era interiors.
Today’s tours highlight the lavish lifestyles of early 20th-century elites. From elite golf and tennis to chauffeur-driven mansion access and behind-the-scenes walkthroughs, these estates recreate the aura of luxe amenities and excess that once defined the Jazz Age.
Exactly a century after The Great Gatsby was published, Oheka Castle remains a living tribute to Fitzgerald’s iconic tale. It merges historical elegance with modern luxury, offering an immersive step into a bygone era—complete with luxe amenities that provide 21st-century comfort.
With over 200 weddings annually, movie shoots (including Citizen Kane, Blank Space, Succession), and bespoke visitor experiences, Oheka keeps alive the cultural legacy of the Roaring Twenties
The New York Times recently spotlighted immersive waterfront tours that cruise past Gold Coast estates, pointing out how guests can almost glimpse Gatsby’s green light across the Long Island Sound. Oheka collaborates with these experiences, offering combined packages with castle tours, themed events like “Gatsby Hour” cocktail gatherings in the OHK Bar, and curated historical evenings—blending modern hospitality with literary nostalgia.
Whether you stroll through Olmsted’s gardens, stay overnight in a Gatsby-inspired suite, host a lavish event, or cruise the Sound, these experiences perfectly fuse cultural legacy with contemporary luxury.
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