This is one of the most luxurious and private island in America

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00:00This is one of the most expensive and luxurious private islands in America.
00:04Built in 1902 by the railroad baron and financier John J. Phelps,
00:08Rogers Island spans over eight acres.
00:11It is currently owned by Greg Jensen, a co-chief investment officer at Bridgewater Associates,
00:16one of the world's largest hedge funds.
00:19He purchased the island for $45 million in 2018 and has since extensively renovated it,
00:25blending its historic Tudor architecture with modern amenities.
00:28The island itself is a retreat of opulence,
00:31featuring a main residence of nearly 8,750 square feet with 10 bedrooms,
00:37numerous fireplaces, and large, ocean-facing windows.
00:41Additional structures include a guest cottage, an artist's studio,
00:45and various recreational facilities such as a pool,
00:47tennis court, and even a Jack Nicklaus-designed putting green.
00:51It also has three private beaches and is fully equipped with multiple septic systems,
00:56a generator, and a modernized electrical system connected to the mainland,
01:00making it entirely self-sufficient.

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