Making A Splash: 5 Homes With Relaxing Claw-Footed Tubs

Sotheby’s International Realty

In these five homes—from the Hamptons to San Francisco—classic claw-footed tubs transform baths into a peaceful personal spa perfect for retreating from the world for one warm, luxurious moment.

Distinctive Modern Hideaway in Amagansett

Amagansett, New York

Combining classic Hamptons charm with clean contemporary style, this one-of-a-kind five-bedroom estate consists of two cedar-clad barnlike buildings anchored by a center structure offering a great room, a dining area, and a well-appointed kitchen that open to the grounds, the pool, and pool house. Secluded in a private wing, the owner’s suite includes a spacious bath featuring two vintage-inspired pedestal sinks, eye-catching floor tile, and an inviting soaking tub with ornate feet and an idyllic treetop view.

Warm, Welcoming Getaway in Santa Fe

Santa Fe, New Mexico

On 2.5 acres of gently rolling land just 10 minutes from the historic Santa Fe Plaza, this 3,363-square-foot adobe home enjoys expansive views in every direction. Among the highlights are gallery space, a living room with a fireplace, a wonderful open kitchen, a bookshelf-lined library or study, covered patios, a courtyard, and other magnificent outdoor spaces. One of the two bedroom suites includes a bath with a relaxing claw-footed soaking tub and a door that opens to the rugged grounds and fresh Southwestern air.

Refined Sag Harbor Retreat

Sag Harbor, New York

At the end of a private drive, this custom Shingle-style manor offers more than 7,000 square feet of exceptional living and entertaining space—a living room, a formal dining room, an open-plan family room, and a dine-in marble-clad kitchen—as well as alluring outdoor areas and a refreshing pool and spa. The regal owner’s bedroom has a balcony, a fireplace, and two baths—one an elegant aerie with a freestanding claw-footed tub enjoying a serene spot beside its own warming wood-burning fireplace.

Charming Creole-Style Cottage in Houston

Houston, Texas

In a tranquil spot on a tree-lined street in Houston’s storied Woodland Heights, this delightful four-bedroom home combines the unique stylistic appeal of a Creole cottage with plentiful contemporary amenities. Richly hued hardwoods and other classical details accent nearly every space, from the paneled library and the wine “grotto” to a luxurious owner’s bath with a spacious shower and a generous footed soaking tub. The backyard pool and spa remain secluded thanks to a manicured ivy-covered wall.

Chic San Francisco Haven

San Francisco, California

Part of a beautifully reimagined three-residence Victorian building in San Francisco’s popular Inner Mission neighborhood, this four-bedroom flat has been outfitted with smart home features and offers a spacious great room, a chef’s kitchen, a family room atop a spiral staircase, and access to a private deck overlooking a shared patio and colorful backyard. The primary bedroom suite includes a sunny bay window, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath with dual sinks, a shower, and a classic freestanding soaking tub with claw feet.