SPECTACULAR MEDITERRANEAN ESTATE  

Banyan Island at Grey Oaks Naples, Florida

In a magnificent point setting, this spectacular Mediterranean estate presides over 350± feet of lakefront facing the lush Palm Course and a bird sanctuary.

Tropical splendor envelops this radiant Old World jewel in an island-like paradise surrounded by 350± feet of shoreline on a meandering lake, with protected panoramic views of the lush Palm Course and bird sanctuary on the opposite shore. In harmony with the landscape, the four-bedroom residence unfolds in an effortless indoor/outdoor flow to a romantic garden courtyard and resort-style patio with infinity pool. This is the perfect place to entertain alfresco in the backdrop of the lake, fairway, and bird sanctuary, a habitat for great egrets.

With almost every room opening to the view-filled pool patio or courtyard, the light-drenched floor-plan segues from formal to casual living areas. Finishes throughout are extraordinary, with highlights ranging from the living room's palatial shell-motif fireplace to the atmospheric trompe l'oeil paintings adorning the barrel-vaulted ceilings of the formal dining room and epicurean's kitchen. The master suite's lavish private realm is complete with two studies, one a showpiece with hand-carved cypress paneling inspired by a room at Charleston's historic Drayton Hall. Remarkable for its stunning design and scenic serenity, this lakefront estate is a distinguished offering in Grey Oaks Country Club.

Location

Chinaberry Way, Naples, Florida. In the heart of Naples, Grey Oaks Country Club sets the benchmark of gracious elegance with world-class amenities amid serene nature sanctuaries. Two luxurious clubhouses complement 54 holes of championship golf including the acclaimed Lloyd Clifton-designed Pine Course and Bob Cupp-designed Palm and Estuary Courses. The crown jewel of Southwest Florida, Naples is renowned for its splendid beaches, world-class shopping and dining, and myriad cultural attractions including the Naples Museum of Art.

Property

Capturing panoramic views from its secluded island-like setting, this premier lakefront estate sweeps across 350± feet of shoreline overlooking the water to the 10th fairway of the Palm Course and a bird sanctuary. Introduced by a lushly landscaped motor court, the picturesque Mediterranean-inspired residence is highlighted by a towered barrel tile roof, modillioned cornices, arched windows, and columns. Window walls open the lakefront exposure to screened lanais along the stone patio where a waterfall flows by the infinity pool with sun-shelf. Another outdoor living space presents a romantic garden courtyard with summer kitchen, wood/gas-burning fireplace, waterfall spa, and decorative tile embellishments. Residence With refined grace, this masterfully designed single-story residence totals 9,345± square feet with new impact-glass windows, four bedrooms, five and one half baths, and three-bay garage with additional golf cart bay. Amenities include the five-zone air conditioning, monitored security/fire protection system, integrated sound system, and two central vacuum systems.

Inside the stately entry, lake and fairway views open through the faux-finished foyer with coffered ceiling and marble floor. Off a groin-vaulted gallery are the powder room and climate-controlled 1,200±- bottle wine room. Scenic views expand through the living room's bow window wall, right by the pool, rising to the 23-foot coffered ceiling with gilded detail. Framed by artwork display shelves and a faux-finished over mantel, the cast stone wood/gas-burning fireplace adds another dramatic focal point. Flowing to the garden courtyard, the columned formal dining room is resplendent with a barrel-vaulted trompe 'oeil ceiling creating the effect of a trellis open to the sky. Exquisitely finished, the centrally placed wet bar serves the indoor/outdoor living areas. Below a trompe 'oeil sky-painted barrel ceiling, the kitchen is a culinary showplace with Wood-Mode maple cabinetry, granite counters, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer, Dacor 6-burner gas range with double ovens, Bosch dishwasher, and walk-in pantry. Leading to the poolside lanai, the view-filled open flow continues into bay-windowed breakfast and sitting areas. The family/media room is brightened by tall windows facing the lake and fairway, and features a double-tray ceiling, herringbone-patterned walnut floor, magnificent media cabinetry with 61-inch plasma television, and remote-controlled room-darkening shades. Off the foyer, the sprawling master wing opens to its own lakeside lanai through glass pocket doors lining the bedroom and two companion studies, all with tray ceilings and beautiful furniture-grade cabinetry. One bookcase-lined study is adorned with elaborate hand-carved cypress paneling and cypress flooring. The master suite also provides an exercise room, two richly-fitted wardrobe rooms, and two sumptuous marble baths