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3/30/2023Updated: 9/20/2024

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Those with large families who enjoy entertaining, and insist on only the finest of all things, will be intrigued by this South Florida estate.

The interior of the home is as striking as the exterior, with double iron and glass doors opening onto the two-story-tall living room, with a mezzanine-level walkway above leading to bedrooms and common areas. (Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty) — The interior of the home is as striking as the exterior, with double iron and glass doors opening onto the two-story-tall living room, with a mezzanine-level walkway above leading to bedrooms and common areas. Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty

Set on an extensively landscaped five-acre lot stretching from the beach to the Intracoastal Waterway, the three-story, six-bedroom, seven full-bath, two half-bath home is a massive 23,000 square feet in size. The driveway leading to the property passes by a two-story, 2,000-square-foot guesthouse before arriving at the main residence, which exudes stately elegance.

The master bath features a walk-in shower, a stand-alone tub, his and hers vanities, and a capacious adjacent walk-in closet. (Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty) — The master bath features a walk-in shower, a stand-alone tub, his and hers vanities, and a capacious adjacent walk-in closet. Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty

The exceptionally airy living room with two-story-tall floor-to-ceiling windows lies just inside the double entry doors. A winding staircase leads to the upper levels, while wood flooring accents a most impressive fireplace dominating the room. A well-equipped chef’s kitchen lies adjacent to the formal dining room, featuring expansive marble counters and an island incorporating a casual breakfast nook.

Located adjacent to the living room and formal dining room, the well-equipped kitchen features restaurant-grade appliances, custom cabinetry, and a perfect view of the pool area. (Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty) — Located adjacent to the living room and formal dining room, the well-equipped kitchen features restaurant-grade appliances, custom cabinetry, and a perfect view of the pool area. Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty

After dining, the residents can enjoy a movie in the home theater (which was modeled after the Getty Museum in Los Angeles), read a favorite book in the cozy wood-beamed office/library, or just relax on the third-level sundeck.

The patterned driveway ensures a dramatic entrance to the main house, set amidst lush, manicured landscaping. (Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty) — The patterned driveway ensures a dramatic entrance to the main house, set amidst lush, manicured landscaping. Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty

In addition to staircases, two elevators ensure easy access to all three levels. Soaring ceilings are present in all the bedrooms on the upper levels, which are also all equipped with large, expansive windows to enjoy the view of the grounds, as well as resort-quality bathrooms and private balconies. The master bedroom’s occupants have access to their own private balcony located above the porte-cochère.

The exceptionally airy living room is just inside the main doors and accented by an oversized fireplace, with the second level’s walkway and Juliette balcony above. (Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty) — The exceptionally airy living room is just inside the main doors and accented by an oversized fireplace, with the second level’s walkway and Juliette balcony above. Courtesy of James Northen / ONE Sotheby's International Realty

Cabanas and lounges are placed around the oversized pool, which has Venetian glass mosaics and 14-karat gold inlays and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean side of the home. On the west side of the property, a wooden walkway leads to 198 feet of Intracoastal Waterway frontage and the property’s docks and boat lift. When the ocean beckons, the owners and guests can enjoy 205 feet of beachfront.