A private world of rare splendor awaits in this breathtaking Intracoastal estate ensconced in an exotic tropical landscape in the tranquility of Highland Beach. Heralded by an impressive gated motor court, this Tuscan-inspired residence built in 2005 radiates timeless graciousness in a magnificent living environment setting the perfect stage for indoor/outdoor entertaining. Chiseled Jerusalem stone floors, Venetian plaster walls, Corinthian columns, gold leaf accents, imported silk draperies, and Russian crystal chandeliers combine with elegant furnishings to create a stunningly rich ensemble, honoring Old World tradition while fully attuned to today’s highest standards of luxury.

The regal centerpiece, the 30±-foot-high, window-walled salon brings in sweeping vistas over the resort-style pool and waterfront, unobstructed by the recessed yacht slip which is tucked away on the north side of the property. An effortless flow of space continues through the banquet-size dining room, library, billiard/club room, theater, and family room opening onto the grand poolside loggia. Upstairs, five private bedroom suites feature the quietly opulent sanctuary of the expansive master quarters. With absolutely no detail overlooked, this waterfront showplace meets every requirement of the discerning purchaser for whom nothing but the best will suffice.

Location

South Ocean Boulevard, Highland Beach, Florida. On Boca Raton’s northern shores, prestigious Highland Beach is nestled in a lushly treed landscape between the Intracoastal Waterway and white-sand Atlantic Ocean beaches. All of the Gold Coast’s world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, and sporting attractions are within easy reach of Highland Beach.

Property

Fronting 100± feet on the Intracoastal’s eastern shore, this spectacular Old World estate captures wide-open waterway vistas, with dockage for a 70±-foot yacht secluded on the northern side plus private beach access. Luxuriant palm-studded gardens edge the outdoor entertainment area, where the grand loggia with summer kitchen opens by the classically styled pool with spouting fountains. Perfect for watching the sunset, an expanded lounge deck cantilevers over the seawall. There is ample guest parking on the gated brick motor court by the side-entry 4-bay garage.

Residence

This stunning Tuscan-inspired residence is designer finished and furnished in a total of 11,413± square feet with an elevator, 5 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths. Architectural features include the impact-glass windows and exterior doors, barrel tile roof, elaborate stonework, custom ironwork, Icynene insulation, and specially engineered piling reinforcements.

First Floor: Stately 12-foot-high mahogany doors introduce the double-height foyer with inlaid, chiseled Jerusalem stone floors. Unobstructed waterfront views are showcased through the Corinthian-columned gallery into the breathtaking 30±-foot-high salon with elaborate gilded ceiling moldings, Venetian plaster walls, palatial stone fireplace, and massive chandelier, a replica of one at George Vanderbilt’s Biltmore Estate. Set off by an intricate gold-leafed tray ceiling, the formal dining room looks out to a night-lit garden with Roman fountain. There is also a wine room for the connoisseur’s collection. Style and function blend in the masterpiece chef’s kitchen with rich maple cabinetry, granite counters, preparation island, breakfast bar, and high-end appliances including a gas range with pot-filler. A butler’s pantry and laundry room adjoin. An open flow transitions to the bay-windowed breakfast room and inviting family room with beamed ceiling, fine built-ins, and glass walls opening to the poolside loggia. The impressive waterfront billiard/club room showcases magnificent Honduran mahogany paneling plus an onyx-topped, sit-down bar for entertaining. Complete with reclining leather seats, the theater room offers a true cinematic experience. A comfortable retreat, the library is richly finished with extensive cherry bookcases and cabinetry, herringbone-patterned cherry floors, and a beautiful stone fireplace. The entire first level is designed for grand living and entertaining.

Second Floor: Ascending the grand stone staircase or elevator leads to the dramatic column-lined upper gallery with gilded, groin-vaulted ceiling and intricate ironwork balustrades. A romantic private realm, the expansive master suite encompasses a window-walled sitting area opening to a covered waterfront balcony, and is adorned with an intricately molded ceiling with gold leaf accents. There are custom-fitted his-and-her wardrobe rooms, hers in a lavish boutique-style design. Separate his-and-her marble baths are sumptuously appointed, his with a steam shower and hers with a relaxing jetted tub placed below a luminous stained glass window. Each of the spacious and elegant 4 bedrooms, plus an additional convertible bedroom/sitting room, all enjoy their own balconies.

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