Byram River Beagle Club and Speakeasy has changed hands once again

161 Pecksland Road has sold for $8.4 million on an asking price of $8.995. The owner accepted this lower offer after the property had been on the market for only 17 days, but why not? She bought it new in January, 2024 for just $6.3 million,

I wrote about this land and its history a few years ago, and you can find that post here.

And here’s a bit more from Google:

AI Overview

• The Byram River Beagle Club: In 1918, a property in that area was converted into a hunt club known as the Byram River Beagle Club, which featured a stable and kennel complex.

• Location and History: Oral histories suggest this location, sometimes referred to in studies of the Byram River area, was used as a speakeasy during Prohibition and became a popular dining club after 1933.

• Celebrity Visitors: According to a New York Times article, this dining club was frequented by celebrities such as Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz (who held their wedding reception there) and Babe Ruth.