LOCATION
South Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan, Florida. Offering quiet surroundings in the heart of Florida's Gold Coast, the exclusive oceanfront community of Manalapan lies between Palm Beach and Boca Raton. The residence is situated in Manalapan’s Estate Section, consisting of just 25 homes spanning from the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway. Private club privileges at the nearby Ritz Carlton Hotel are extended to the property owner.
PROPERTY
This unique property offers a premier direct ocean-to-intracoastal setting situated 20+/- feet above sea level, consisting of 2+/- acres with 225+/- feet of beachfront and intracoastal splendor. Commanding majestic, unobstructed ocean and intracoastal views, the Venetian - Style compound provides a guest house, yacht dockage up to 120+/- feet, Tennis Court, waterfall, outdoor Summer Kitchen, Cabana Bath, marble Sundecks, and walkways with an Oceanside Pool and Spa for relaxing in the south Florida sun. Stroll on the private beach or take a dip in the inviting Atlantic Ocean. The property is protected on the ocean and Intracoastal by a formidable concrete and steel seawall. Many covered and open Loggias are provided for enjoying ever-changing ocean-scapes and serene sunrises. The entry courtyard features a Motor Court, garden, cascading Fountain, and entry Verandah where guests are greeted. Providing an abundance of mature tropical foliage, walled and gated for both privacy and security.
RESIDENCE
This Venetian - inspired ocean-to-Intracoastal estate was created by the renowned Tri Gran Group. This ocean-to-Intracoastal masterpiece reflects warm Venetian influences with its varying roof elevations and facade relief. The home contains 23,500 +/- square feet with seven Bedrooms, ten baths and three half Baths and a one Bedroom, one Bath Guest House. The residence has an elevator servicing all three levels and two Garages with parking for six cars. Panoramic oceanfront vistas highlight nearly every room. Other rooms overlook the enchanting gardens, with their undulating topography and courtyards. The most rigid construction standards and technology including steel-reinforced concrete walls/floors throughout, 222 reinforced auger concrete pilings, corrosive resistant metals, hurricane-rated windows, ultimate doors and high efficiency mechanical equipment. Some of the world's finest and most unique appointments have been used, including rare marbles, woods, exotic carpets, ornate metalwork, artistic paints, European textiles, glass treatments, architectural ceilings and column work, s-tile roof made in Venezuela, Stereo, theater treatments and designer furnished by the prestigious Leslie Maxwell.
FIRST FLOOR
Upon entering the Reception Foyer with 25 foot domed ceiling, captivating views overlook the azure blue Atlantic Ocean. The Grand Salon is designed for everyday family use with dramatic ceiling treatments and French doors to the ocean-side verandah and pool. A stately paneled library with 12 feet and wet bar and French doors that lead out to a covered terrace. A large movie theater 24 x 24 feet with a snack bar. A formal Dining Room with French doors leading out to the courtyard and elegant archways to the veranda is serviced by a wine room and butler’s pantry. A breathtaking ocean view Kitchen includes counter seating and sun filled morning room. The formal living room with grand fireplace, wet bar and French doors leading out to the covered terrace and Spectacular Ocean view. A private ocean view office. Large guest bedroom with two walk in closets and full bath. Laundry/Utility Room, Cabana Bath and Summer Kitchen are also provided.
SECOND FLOOR
The entire north wing is devoted to the oceanfront Master Bedroom Suite. The suite has unobstructed ocean views through floor-to ceiling windows, covered ocean-side terrace, spacious sleeping chambers, his-and-her Bath with steam shower, and Jacuzzi tub. Complementing the suite are a Morning Bar, Sitting Parlor, office and his and her walk-in closets. Served by a winding marble staircase or elevator, four additional Guest Bedroom Suites offer private Baths, walk-in Closets and oceanfront or garden Balconies. A large playroom could serve as a spacious gymnasium/fitness room. Staff/caretakers quarters with full bath and walk in closet.
GUEST HOUSE
With a full bath and walk in closet overlooks the tennis court and Intracoastal. A bridge connects the guesthouse to a separate entrance to the main house.
23,500 approximate square
feet.
Architectural style: Mediterranean, Spanish
Property features: 7 Bedrooms, 10 Bathrooms and 3 Partial Baths.