La description
A rare opportunity to own a magnificent fully updated estate with endless pedigree designed by renowned architect Norman Askins. Delight in over 10,700 square feet of custom luxury in this majestic, Regency-style villa, reminiscent of legacy estates typically reserved for Palm Beach, London or Paris. Commanding, hilltop position with skyline views set on 2.14 verdant acres. Long, private driveway leads to the gated and grand estate featuring a meticulously, well-appointed, 7-bedroom main house and a sprawling, detached, guest house overlooking resort-style, salt-water pool set among the spectacular backdrop of the lush, mature, grounds. It’s the ultimate in luxury living. The main residence features three masterful levels with impeccable style and attention to detail at every turn. Grand foyer is flanked by a decadent dining room with seating for 12 and a stately fireside sitting room. Expansive, central great room features marble-clad fireplace, and a series of Palladian French doors leading to the entertainer’s terrace and the formal grand lawn. Tranquil, main level primary suite overlooks the verdant grounds and boasts a sitting room, grand-sized bedroom, his and her closets, luxurious his and her baths, privé, covered balcony, and a private entrance to the rear terrace. Gourmet chef’s kitchen features Subzero, Wolf and Thermador appliances, oversized island with seating for 5, adjacent keeping room, and a breakfast room with panoramic views. 10-12 ft ceilings and bespoke millwork and signature details throughout including a dramatic, three-story, curved, central staircase with glorious skylight. Sprawling upper-level features five spacious bedrooms and ensuite baths, a common sitting area, library, and a quiet, private office with spectacular skyline views. Daylight terrace level spans over 2,100 square feet and offers the ultimate in guest entertainment: fireside lounge with seating area, bar, wine cellar, expansive theatre room, daylight gym, billiards room, guest bedroom with ensuite bath, private covered porch, generous storage and access to the grand lawn and pool. The detached guest house overlooking the resort-style pool is utopia with a kitchen, breakfast bar, family room, dining area, sauna, and bedroom with ensuite bath. The lush, 2.14-acre grounds include manicured ornamental gardens, natural woodlands, verdant, dramatic, terraced front lawn, grand rear lawn, and a fire pit area.
