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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Alyssa Mammano – February 01, 2021

Mansion Monday: Top 5 Mansions of the Week

Every day, duPont REGISTRY features the finest luxury real estate and showcases Homes of the Day across all of our social media platforms, including our Instagram: @dupontregistry_homes. Mansions from around the globe are highlighted through our partnerships with luxury real estate experts, both domestically and internationally. Our top properties are the most highly-engaged posts from the week - these are the most-liked listings our followers have selected. Be sure to follow, like and comment to see your favorite listing here next week!Luxury real estate experts: if your listing deserves to be showcased, submit it here! https://www.instagram.com/p/CKl87kGDVZw/ SeaGrace: an ultra-luxury modern oceanfront estate. A newly constructed custom masterpiece inspired by classical New England seaside estates, fully equipped with present-day luxuries throughout the 12,000+/- square feet. Sophisticated resort-like oasis with breathtaking Atlantic Ocean views on nearly two acres of pristinely manicured coastline property. Experience dreamy ocean vistas from the 5,000-square-foot elevated limestone terrace, an enchanting retreat where the 36-foot infinity pool magically melds into the ocean beyond. Dramatic water-fire feature sets the stage for unparalleled entertainment day or night, accenting the outdoor chef’s kitchen and hot spa for both intimate and grand affairs. Inside, panoramic seascapes and designer appointments stir leisure and tranquility at every turn. Ascend the floating three-story elliptical staircase to the sumptuous 1,400-square-foot Master Suite with private balcony, where you are greeted with awe-inspiring ocean sunrises and sea breezes. Master suite includes stylish Ortal fireplace, heavenly master bath with separate shower and soaking tub, boutique closets and lavish sitting room. With five+ bedrooms, 7.2 baths, two home offices, recreation room, full gym and separate au-pair suite throughout four levels, there is none left to be desired at this trophy residence. SeaGrace Estate is surely one of New England’s finest legacy estates, a rare achievement of luxury, privacy and style. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKtrG_6AZW4/ Exquisite estate home in the luxury gated community of Carlton Woods Creekside is designed with entertaining and everyday living in mind. This private 9,300+-square-foot retreat blends the best of nature's amenities with a vibrant and welcoming feel. The gated entry opens to a grand port-cochere and foyer while, tucked away, an expansive motor court is ready for any car enthusiast offering heated lift-ready garages. With 500 feet of golf frontage to enjoy, the stunning property backs to the 12th fairway of the renowned Tom Fazio Course and rests on 2.9 gorgeous acres. Whether partaking in the numerous country club amenities, spending a quiet evening fireside or hosting an event from holiday to wedding, this incredible estate will leave you feeling right at home. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKjYOvVgzG_/ The absolute premier landmark estate in guard-gated Hidden Hills! Extraordinary newer rustic contemporary farmhouse atop nearly 7.5 usable landscaped acres with explosive panoramic views and complete privacy. Designed and built to perfection with the finest finishes and craftsmanship. Interior features include a state-of-the-art theater, glass surrounded gym with steam shower, long onyx wet bar with wine walls, game room/man cave with floor-to-ceiling fireplace, separate office, multiple sets of pocket doors and a spectacular open-concept double island kitchen. There are soaring beamed ceilings with gorgeous reclaimed wood accents, designer wall and window coverings and so much more. The grand master suite boasts pocket doors with walk-out viewing balcony, dual luxurious master bathrooms and tremendous walk-in finished closets. Large pivot iron and glass doors open to a grand entry with amazing jaw-dropping 24-foot ceilings. The resort-quality grounds are truly second to none. There is a 1,600-square-foot barn, 65-foot zero-edge infinity pool, private two-hole, par-three golf course with multi-level chipping areas, sand traps and water feature. The grounds also boast a championship N/S tennis court, sand volleyball court, two fire pits, outdoor kitchen and massive manicured lawns. Other amenities include garages for 10 cars, elevator, Savant smart home system, 1800 square feet of covered patios and much more. The ultimate Southern California compound! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKoiGdvAnF9/ This home qualifies for RBN Rewards. Mike Graham of American First Builders thoughtfully re-invented this 6,197-square-foot, five-bedroom plus office, 5.5-bathroom modern Santa Barbara style stunner with high quality finishes and a design style that is sophisticated, yet casual. The floor plan flows seamlessly from the entry through the gorgeous living room with wet bar, dining room adjacent to the impressive glass wine room and into the spacious and bright kitchen/family room areas. Everything leads to the private resort-style backyard, providing that desired indoor/outdoor living, perfect for relaxation (lap pool) or entertaining (fire pit). Whether a young family taking advantage of proximity to a top school (PCDS), or empty nesters with a car obsession (seven-car garage), this house can handle it all. Don’t miss out! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKgzTyjgMkS/ The ”Glass House.” This spacious family home offers 180 degrees of the best unobstructed ocean views in the Florida Keys, wrap-around floor-to-ceiling windows and invisible glass railings. This 5,450-square-foot totally renovated concrete home with concrete roof features open-concept living spaces, five bedrooms/6.5 baths, three-stop elevator, 200 feet of ocean frontage, large swimming pool and spa, fire pit, tranquil water feature and deeded boat slip. There’s also a custom-designed home theater, featured in Home-Theater Magazine. To protect your auto collection, enjoy an 800-square-foot air-conditioned garage with electric car-lift and paved parking areas for eight+ vehicles. Electric entry gate. Property is protected with high-def ADT security cameras and alarm system. All professionally landscaped for privacy. View Listing

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By Alyssa Mammano – January 29, 2021

Johnny Gray's $32.5 Million Listing Has 25-Car Garage and...

Automobilists and yachters alike are sure to swoon over retired race car driver, Johnny Gray's, $32.5 million listing that just hit the market last week. The insane 30,000-square-foot sprawling estate is sited on a double lot, which is almost unheard of in its private enclave. The listing is also the largest and most expensive ever to be offered in the area. It has 365 feet of protected water frontage to accommodate a megayacht, as well as a garage that can fit more than 25 cars. Tucked away in the exclusive Admiral's Cove neighborhood of Jupiter, FL, the trophy property was built by Sebastian Smallegange of Turtle Beach Construction in 2016. It is now listed with Robert Thomson of Waterfront Properties and Club Communities. The home took about two years to complete and was built with watertight, mold-proof materials at a high elevation. Gray purchased the listing in 2013 for $7.34 million and spent additional millions to tear down the existing house and turn it into his dream home with every amenity he could imagine. Parking for his vehicles was obviously a priority for Gray, reflected in the expansive climate-controlled, 25+-car garage. Black and white checkered granite floors adorn the space, which is equipped with three double lifts, a mechanic's lift and air hoses throughout. There's also space for a 45-foot-long motor coach. Although the home is being offered fully-furnished, unfortunately the cars aren't staying, says Thomson. Oversized loggias with televisions, a resort-style pool with swim-up bar, sunken kitchen, spas, bridges, waterfalls and fire features all overlook the Intracoastal. Inside, there are six bedrooms and ten bathrooms, including a master suite fit for royalty and five additional suites with custom baths. Luxe amenities and high-end materials are featured throughout the home, along with fine finishes and fixtures. Notable rooms are the custom theater room designed by an associate of George Lucas, which doubles as a safe room and features a twilight sky, a pub-style bar and game room with aquarium, and a trophy room. View Listing Photography via Waterfront Properties and Club Communities

By Alyssa Mammano – January 28, 2021

Home of the Day: The Glass House Boasts 8-Car Garage with...

Location: Key Largo, Florida Address: 251 S Ocean Shores Drive Price: $6,850,000 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms Bathrooms: 7 total bathrooms Square Feet: 5,450 total square feet View Listing The "Glass House." This spacious family home offers 180 degrees of the best unobstructed ocean views in the Florida Keys, wrap-around floor-to-ceiling windows and invisible glass railings. This 5,450-square-foot, totally renovated concrete home with concrete roof features open-concept living spaces, five bedrooms/6.5 baths, three-stop elevator, 200 feet of ocean frontage, large swimming pool and spa, fire pit, tranquil water feature and deeded boat slip. There’s also a custom designed home theater, which was featured in Home-Theater Magazine. To protect your auto collection, enjoy an 800-square-foot air-conditioned garage with electric car-lift and paved parking areas for eight+ vehicles. Electric entry gate. Property is protected with high-def ADT security cameras and alarm system. All professionally landscaped for privacy. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 27, 2021

The Top Desert Dream Homes You Can Buy Today

Desert dwellings are often unique in architectural structure and design, in that many are constructed to blend the abode with its surroundings and blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living. With amiable climates, abounding wildlife and adventure at your doorstep, it is of little wonder why many dream of residing in the desert. Our top desert dream homes hail mostly from the western states, where mountains meet sandy valleys and the sun beams brightly year-round. Here, land is vast and compounds are all-encompassing. There is room for sprawling estates with generously proportioned courtyards, outdoor lounge areas, pools and spas to complement expansive interior rooms. Many estates of mention reside in Arizona, as reflected among our top desert properties displayed here. Open-air homes are prominent within the western state, where space for a home is carved out between the crevices of enduring boulders. Elevations of custom-built abodes align with the varied levels of the land. Arizona desert dream homes may arguably be at the pinnacle of the market. Though, Nevada is also known for its luxury market in addition to its notable nightlife. Rocky mountains and sandy scenery are met with tourist cities and endless options for entertainment. Two of our top properties mentioned here hail from this entertainer’s oasis, both with spaces for fluid indoor-outdoor living and gathering. The desert is an idyllic locale to escape it all and to live privately. Plenty of space is abundant, as is serenity and calm. To follow are a highlight of quintessential desert dream homes available to choose from. Find the location and desert dwelling of your dreams among the properties that are to follow. Scottsdale, ArizonaRuss Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty – DesertPower of 4602.708.7300www.desertmountainpowerof4.com View Listing Henderson, NevadaLuxury Estates InternationalKamran Zand702.530.9263luxuryhomeslasvegas.com View Listing Scottsdale, ArizonaRuss Lyon Sotheby’s International RealtyKathy Reed480.262.1284russlyon.com View Listing Las Vegas, NevadaBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Nevada PropertiesLisa Quam702.306.2233www.finestofvegas.com View Listing Thermal, CaliforniaLuxury Homes by Keller Williams InternationalSheri Dettman760.668.2838www.yourresorthome.com View Listing Scottsdale, ArizonaThe Noble AgencyMonica Monson480.420.4LUX (4589)www.thenobleagency.com View Listing San Jose Del Cabo, MexicoEngel & Volkers Snell Real EstateVanessa Fukunaga425.471.1485www.snellrealestate.com View Listing Paradise Valley, ArizonaRealty One GroupJoan Levinson480.543.0006joanlevinson.com View Listing Scottsdale, ArizonaSilverleaf RealtyLaura Lester480.734.7273www.silverleaf.com View Listing

By Jordan Aquistapace – January 26, 2021

Motor Mansions: 50-Foot Yacht & Fast Cars Finish this Pre...

A luxurious lifestyle is complete with large homes on premium landscape, high-end supercars, exotic race cars, and state-of-the-art watercrafts. In this special, we pair a lavish home listing with the toys needed to fill the garage, as well as the dock. This week, we find ourselves in Saint Petersburg on an ocean peninsula with plenty of space to keep cars, boats, and other toys. Click any of the links below to view the local dealership inventory we'd suggest outfitting this home with, as well as the real estate listing. Luxury Home for Sale duPont REGISTRY Homes Address: 2040 Brightwaters Blvd NE, St Petersburg, Florida Square Footage: 12,412 sqft Bedroom/Bathrooms: 7/9 Garage: Attached Water Access: Dock Slips and Jet Ski Lifts Price: $15,000,000 View duPont REGISTRY Homes Listing For the Garage 2020 McLaren 720S Spider duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Dimmitt Automotive Group Condition: New Engine: 4.0L 8-Cylinder Twin-Turbo Engine Displacement: Mid-Engine Performance: 710hp/568ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 2.7 Seconds Price: $367,820 View McLaren Tampa Bay Inventory 2021 Rolls-Royce Cullinan duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Dimmitt Automotive Group Condition: New Engine: 6.8L V-12 Twin-Turbo Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 561hp/627ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 4.8 Seconds Price: $387,500 View Rolls-Royce Motorcars Tampa Bay Inventory 2020 Aston Martin DB11 V8 duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Dimmitt Automotive Group Condition: Used 1,914 Miles Engine: 4.0L V8 Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 503hp/513ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 3.6 Seconds Price: $234,941 View Aston Martin Tampa Bay Inventory For the Dock 50' UNIESSE 2021 Denison Yacht Sales Dealership: Denison Yacht Sales Length: 50ft Engine: Cummins Turbodiesel Performance: Cruising Speed 35kn Price: $2,395,000 View Denison Yacht Sales Inventory For more Mansions & Motors, Check out Mansions and Motors: Toys to Complement a Timeless New Jersey Mid-Century Modern

By Alyssa Mammano – January 25, 2021

Mansion Monday: Top 5 Mansions of the Week

By Alyssa Mammano – January 21, 2021

The Top Waterfront Mansions You Can Buy Today

Endless vistas of ocean blue waters, the soothing sounds of waves crashing ashore and the sun kissing your skin as you step outside are surely the initial allure of an idyllic waterfront oasis. Yet, what draws you in is amplified by a myriad of extravagant amenities that waterfront living has to offer. Unrestricted admittance to private beaches and shorelines, immediate access to dockage and watersports, and lavish accouterments in gated waterfront communities; these are the luxuries that keep waterfront homes off the market and homeowners happy. Fantasies of a tropical paradise or, perhaps, a quiet lakeside sanctuary are the envy of many and so, we showcase the market’s top-tier waterfront oases on offer across the nation. Florida is home to many a waterfront oasis, namely our top property displayed here, located in Sarasota, Florida. The Penthouse at The Vue is the pinnacle of waterfront living from a vantage point that is unfathomably remarkable. Twelve-foot ceilings and entire walls of glass present vistas that will take your breath away. North Palm Beach is home to another exquisite estate home that is the best the beach has to offer. Bel Viaggio is an offering unmatched by other waterfront offerings on today’s market. Exclusive conveniences augment each of these exceptional residences. New Jersey is an unexpected highlight and is home to Sui Generis, one of our top waterfront oases that defies comparison. Demanding buyers will surely be pleased not only with the location but also with the privacy, luxury and convenience. Its secluded three-acre setting is only the introduction of all this unique estate has to offer. Spanning coast to coast, you’ll unquestionably be impressed by all waterfront oases displayed here. Explore more and find the property to provide you with the waterfront paradise of your dreams! Sarasota, FloridaPreferred ShoreMaleah Richey941.981.2882maleahrichey.preferredshore.com View Listing North Palm Beach, FloridaDouglas EllimanElizabeth Zahra561.662.4559belviaggionpb.com View Listing Brielle, New JerseyBerkshire Hathaway Home Services, Fox & Roach REALTORS®Brian Church732.449.0671www.brianchurchgroup.com View Listing Palm Beach, FloridaChristian Angle Real EstateChristian Angle561.629.3015www.anglerealestate.com View Listing Palm Beach, FloridaDouglas EllimanGary Pohrer561.262.0856www.thepohrergroup.com View Listing Tampa, FloridaSmith & Associates Real EstateStephen Gay Group813.380.4343smithandassociates.com View Listing Belvedere, CaliforniaCompassShana Rohde-Lynch415.789.9999go2marin.com View Listing Marathon, FloridaJesse Piccolo386.338.2929jesse@Veltracon.com View Listing Green Lake, WisconsinSpecial Properties of Green LakeJeffery Shadick | 920.858.9786Mike Ertmer | 920.216.7477www.special-properties.com View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 20, 2021

Matt Damon Lists Pacific Palisades Mansion for $21 Million

Movie star Matt Damon listed his Zen-inspired mansion in the Pacific Palisades enclave of Los Angeles for $21 million earlier this week as he makes his recently-purchased New York City penthouse his family's primary pad. The 13,500+-square-foot residence is ultra-private and spacious with plenty of room for entertaining. The listing is represented by Eric Haskell with The Agency, who describes the sprawling home as, "a tropical retreat." He says, "You don't feel like you're in southern California anymore." Masterfully crafted, the contemporary estate is encircled by lush landscaping, mature trees and includes flat, grassy yards on .68 acres, which is among the largest homesites in Pacific Palisades. Behind privacy gates lies an artful blend of rich woods and cool natural stones in an architectural masterpiece imagined by Grant Kirkpatrick of KAA Design. Inside is a seven-bedroom, ten-bathroom open floor plan with ample living spaces. The focal point of the home is a 35-foot atrium with mahogany vaulted ceilings. Natural light floods the common areas, which include a living and dining area with clerestory windows and Asahi glass walls to promote fluid indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The impressive chef's kitchen boasts mahogany cabinets, Bluestone countertops and Viking, Wolf and Miele appliances. There's also a game room, bar, gym, media room and wine tasting room. The master is a relaxing retreat that encompasses dual dressing rooms, a massage room and a spa-like master bath, as well as a private terrace. According to property records, the Damon family purchased the home in 2012 for $15 million. Over the past nine years, they have done some cosmetic upgrades but no major renovations, according to Haskell. View Listing Photography via Eric Haskell of The Agency/Alexis Adams

By Alyssa Mammano – January 19, 2021

Home of the Day: Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Hawaiian Res...

Location: Kamuela, Hawaii Address: 62-3692 Kiekiena Place Price: $12,500,000 Bedrooms: 6 bedrooms Bathrooms: 7 total bathrooms Square Feet: 9,020 total square feet View Listing Timeless. Iconic. Words used to describe The Mauna Kea Resort; a mid-century marvel. They also describe the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright. In this 9,000-square-foot custom home, conceived by the renowned Hawaiian architect Thomas Bingham, a disciple of the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture, you get both. The home embodies organic architecture; the seamless transition between indoors and out, where broad overhanging eaves and strong horizontal lines enhance the natural beauty. The estate boasts floor-to-ceiling views of Hawaii Island and thoughtful craftsmanship of exquisite surfaces. Grand in scale, with opulent finishes, this magnificent estate affords privacy and a sense of place for the privileged few. This stunning property offers six suites, a 3,000-square-foot covered lanai, high coffered ceilings, pocket doors throughout, motorized shades, Afromosia and French limestone floors, a culinarian's kitchen, media room with theater seating, an amazing tiled spa, steam room and massage area for your personal day spa, climate-controlled wine closet, infinity-edge pool, water features, koi ponds, lush landscaping, rock walls and SO much more! Walk to Hapuna Beach or Kaunaoa Bay, experience the understated elegance of Mauna Kea Resort. A must-see for your most discerning clients. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 18, 2021

Mansion Monday: Top 5 Mansions of the Week

Every day, duPont REGISTRY features the finest luxury real estate and showcases Homes of the Day across all of our social media platforms, including our Instagram: @dupontregistry_homes. Mansions from around the globe are highlighted through our partnerships with luxury real estate experts, both domestically and internationally. Our top properties are the most highly-engaged posts from the week - these are the most-liked listings our followers have selected. Be sure to follow, like and comment to see your favorite listing here next week!Luxury real estate experts: if your listing deserves to be showcased, submit it here! https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ_W6wYAuae/ Exquisite custom brick home, situated on over an acre, boasts soaring ceilings that enhance entry foyer with custom-designed stained glass doors. Formal living and dining rooms flank the oval-shaped entryway followed by an office/library with wet bar and great room with custom marble encased fireplace. Large picture window overlooks private rear yard, patio, free form pool, and hot tub. Chef’s kitchen features high-end stainless steel appliances including Sub Zero refrigerator and Thermador stove. Upstairs are three large bedrooms with three full baths on upper level, featuring spa tubs and custom closet systems. Master suite has art glass window over tub, double split vanities and separate shower and water closet. Finished terrace level provides an open floor plan, full kitchen and game room. Theater room provides ample space for stadium seating. Over 600 square feet. Nanny suite/in-law suite with full kitchen and bathroom. Three-car garage. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKEfNm9A6IP/ Wellington’s Finest! La Victoria Farm, a 7.3-acre equestrian property, is being offered for the first time. Located only a short hack to the show grounds, this 28-stall farm with main residence is designed for the ultimate equestrian lifestyle. Custom built with no expense spared using only the finest materials. Access the barn and 3,600-square-foot main residence through two separate gated entrances. There are two separate one-bedroom staff quarters in the barn and a separate manager's house on property. The barn has two 16-foot wide aisles, each with 14 stalls complemented with separate tack rooms, laundry, feed, bathrooms, wash racks and grooming stalls. The back-up generators provide complete service for the entire property. There is a separate storage building for the tractor, drag, jumps and other farm equipment. There is full property security and fire monitoring systems for peace of mind when you’re here or away. This is truly one of Wellington’s finest and most complete equestrian estates. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKHDOX1g7Os/ Nestled on a secluded stretch of Seminole beach and lining the azure waters of the Atlantic ocean stands one of south Florida’s most prestigious oceanfront estates, Bel Viaggio. Bel Viaggio, translated from Italian to English as ‘Beautiful Journey’ was built to blend modern living into a historically relevant home reflective of the wealth and opulence of the Fatio era; keeping the collector, world traveler and entertainer in mind. Boasting 190+/- feet of ocean frontage and situated on approximately 2.9+/- acres of land, this custom nine-bedroom, 12 full and four half bath estate is tucked away in the north Palm Beach neighborhood of Seminole Landing. Just steps from one of the most exclusive clubs in the country, Seminole Golf Club. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ8wIM7AiNf/ Beautiful Coral Gables estate on the prestigious Coral Gables waterway. Natural light floods this five-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom home that is set up perfectly for indoor and outdoor entertaining. The oversized 22,800-square-foot lot allows for the meticulously maintained gardens, 149 feet of water frontage and expansive pool patio. The grandfathered coral rock cut out boat slip accommodates a 45-foot, 13-beam boat. Formal living, dining room and kitchen look out to the pool and water. Separate family room with its own additional summer kitchen, ideal for entertaining guests. Choice of two master bedroom suites, the lower-level master boasts an elegant spa bathroom with pool views. The second master encompasses the whole upper floor, with a balcony looking over the canal. Desirable split bedrooms and a two-car garage. Simply stunning. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKJrNkIAV9S/ Beyond the extraordinary, this luxury ground-level condo is located in the prestigious Point Tiburon Bayside development with views of the San Francisco Bay and Golden Gate Bridge towers. Elegantly styled and perfectly appointed for a sophisticated lifestyle offering a contemporary flair and a great layout. The thoughtfully designed living and dining room feature maple hardwood flooring, custom built-in high-end cabinetry, a gas fireplace and opens to inviting limestone entertainment patios. The sensational kitchen offers granite countertops, a center island, Thermador refrigerator and freezer, Thermador six-burner gas range, Thermador double ovens, Thermador dishwasher, Miele microwave and coffee machine, U-line beverage refrigerator, and custom cabinetry. The adjacent family room is complete with a gas fireplace with onyx and ‘leathered’ marble surround and opens to a private terrace. The inviting primary suite offers hardwood flooring, a built-in wall of dresser drawers and bookshelves and opens to a sunny terrace with views of the bay. The hotel-like primary bathroom offers heated limestone flooring, granite vanity with dual sinks, an oversized stall shower, a deep soaking jetted bathtub and a walk-in closet with built-in wardrobe system. The guest bedroom or an ideal home office, generous in size, features two built-in desks, a Murphy bed and opens to a private terrace. The exquisite guest bathroom is complete with a custom sink, glass and stone mosaic flooring, Jerusalem limestone walls and a large stall shower. The laundry area room is complete with Maytag front-loading washer and dryer. Enjoy tranquil outdoor living with the meticulously designed manicured gardens complete with Japanese maples trees. One car detached garage and one dedicated uncovered space. The community grounds boast mature landscaping, meandering walkways and a sparkling swimming pool and spa. This luxurious Tiburon residence lends itself to the indoor/outdoor California lifestyle conveniently located only two+ blocks to downtown Tiburon’s Main Street offering shops, restaurants, a movie theatre, the San Francisco and Angel Island ferry and the shoreline waterfront bike and walking pathway. The desirable location only moments to the waterfront, downtown Tiburon, ferry service to San Francisco and Angel Island, and the Boardwalk Shopping Center. Homeowners Association dues are $1,170 per month and include exterior maintenance, roof, garbage, pool, spa, insurance, management and picturesque landscaped ground. View Listing

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