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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 – November 23, 2020

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/CHs7fJ4gc2D/ Down a gated drive along the most desirable stretch of coveted Beachside Avenue, this custom modern oasis offers the best of Gold Coast living. Designed by award-winning PBS Architects, a spectacular open floor plan includes a gourmet chef’s kitchen with a 17-foot island and majestic living spaces where walls of light invite refreshing water views into every level. Perfectly private, yet poised in the heart of a vibrant community, enjoy a five-minute walk to Greens Farms Academy and ten-minute walk along your private footpath to 300 feet of sandy beachfront where you can fish, observe bald eagles and seals at the water’s edge, and launch your kayak or paddle board on Long Island Sound. Live the resort life lounging by the swimming pool or gathering around the fire pit in the evening. You’ll love to host neighbors and friends in the heated pavilion with an automated screen system, outdoor fireplace and TV while you prepare al fresco meals in the outdoor kitchen, complete with pizza oven. Choose your favorite vintage from the 1500-bottle wine cellar and close out your day relaxing under the stars in the hot tub on the upper deck. A separate apartment with full kitchen, bath and a private entrance offers accommodations for extended family or guests. Pure paradise! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CH22sclg1NT/ This unsurpassed modern masterpiece with clean lines and walls of glass encompass approximately 5,985+/- square feet of living space, featuring five bedrooms, six full and two half bathrooms. Experience the pinnacle of sophistication and modern design with museum-quality finishes throughout. Designed by Miles Berger and built by luxury builder, Sausalito Construction, attention to detail is evident throughout this incredible work-of-art. An open-concept floor plan awaits, with walls of retractable glass that blur the lines between indoors and outdoors to capture the quintessential California lifestyle. Meticulous craftsmanship and authentic building materials are recurring themes best exemplified by the widespread use of cedar, stucco and travertine exterior, white oak hardwood flooring, marble countertops, and top-of-the-line Reyners doors and windows. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CHxrUVRANNd/ An incredible work of modern art. An unparalleled, all concrete and steel residence, encompassing approximately 6,960+/- square feet of living space and set on a ½-acre site, featuring five bedrooms, an office, and 5.5 bathrooms and only minutes to downtown Tiburon. The world-class, 180-degree panoramic views span San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge and Belvedere Island to Mount Tamalpais. Impeccable design, extraordinary quality and a paramount location. Designed by renowned architectural firm, Cheng Design, this luxury residence is by far, the most modern and contemporary architecture on the Tiburon peninsula. The meticulous craftsmanship and authentic building materials are recurring themes best exemplified by the widespread use of concrete and steel, a floating staircase with glass and steel railings, European white oak hardwood flooring, St. Luis honed limestone flooring, and Vitrosca and Fleetwood doors and windows. Setting the bar for luxury and elegance is this masterfully designed residence complete with a state-of-the-art kitchen, media room, family room, fitness/golf room (or alternative theatre), wine cellar and elevator. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CHvGoauAtQ3/ Discover this newer 2010 custom built waterfront home located on a point lot with deep water, with protected dockage as well as a wide water view, on over 1.2 acres! If you are an entertainer or someone who loves to spend time outside in the open air, this home was meant for you! There is an infinite amount of covered patios and wrap-around balconies complete with a summer kitchen where you can spend your time enjoying the beautiful tranquil view of the river and lush tropical vegetation. The four-bed, four-bath, 5,004-square-foot main home with three-car garage and one-bed, one-bath guest home (890 square feet) was custom built in 2010 with impact glass windows and doors, spray foam insulation, concrete block first floor, wood floors, generator hookup, buried propane tank and many custom/decorator finishes throughout. You will feel like you are staying at your own resort with a private tennis court, lagoon-style pool and fully detached guest home that no one will ever want to leave! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CH0pugmHyy4/ Fairview Estate, tranquil and timeless, is among the great estates of Talbot County, Maryland. With a total of 14 bedrooms, 14 full baths and eight half baths in multiple buildings, it is perfectly situated for ultimate peace and privacy. It lies at the end of a peninsula on the Miles River, a 12.9-mile-long tributary of Chesapeake Bay, on the storied Eastern Shore. The estate’s picturesque grounds encompass 74 acres of private parkland, 19th-century formal gardens, 2,100 feet of shoreline with a private beach, and a tidal pond with a pier. All this, bordered by thousands of acres of conservation land. Fairview has a rich and fascinating history. In the 1600s, the estate formed part of a large tract owned by Andrew Skinner, one of Maryland’s original planters. It is said the land was granted to Skinner by Lord Baltimore, Proprietor of the Province of Maryland, and where a great Federal-style mansion, named Fairview, was built by Skinner’s descendants. Nearly four centuries later, the Federal-style manor house sits at the heart of one of the Chesapeake region’s greatest estates. 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By Alyssa Mammano – November 16, 2020

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/CHiOZLprLTr/ Bask in the beauty of panoramic lake views at The Willard Estate, the showcase home of The Water's Edge Country Club and golf course at Smith Mountain Lake. Masterfully positioned on a private six-acre peninsula to capture the most stunning sunrises and sunsets over Smith Mountain Lake, this 12,000-square-foot home was expertly designed with old-world architecture, customized down to the smallest detail. It's at once spectacular and welcoming, offering an array of spaces where you can entertain family and friends. Or, relax in solitude, soaking up the peaceful serenity of the lake views and adjacent golf course. Truly want to get away? Head down to the 3,000-square-foot dock and set sail. It all rests under the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CHgSbtlDsbR/ Incomparable stone and brick estate on the east side of St. Charles! Tucked back and private - you won't believe that you have found over five acres of wooded seclusion on city water and sewer. Over 8,300 square feet above grade with a fully finished extra deep pour English basement. Incredible millwork and construction details throughout: oversized crown mouldings, natural wood beams, 8-foot interior doors on the first floor. Stunning great room with floating beams and stone floor-to-ceiling fireplace. The gourmet kitchen features commercial-grade appliances with a spacious breakfast area and oversized island. Huge walk-in pantry. Five bedroom suites, all with private baths. Very private executive office with fireplace and incredible views of the wooded grounds. Her office located off he kitchen with beautiful cabinetry. Home has two laundry rooms (one located off the bathroom on main-level for easy pool towel clean-up). The master bedroom retreat features volume ceilings, his and hers dressing rooms and a spacious luxury master bath with private balcony. Experience family movie night in the theater (can seat 14) with tiered floor. Plenty of room for entertaining in this house as it has a huge 1,200-square-foot bonus room on fourth level with a private bath, along with the other two family room areas. Outdoor entertaining by the saltwater pool with new filter (2020), new heater (2019), pool house, hot tub area, fire table and multiple patios. Oversized four-car heated garage with built-in storage units and epoxy flooring. Extra paver parking on the side of driveway. This home has radiant heating in the kitchen, master bath, entire basement and more. Must see! Too many details to list - come see this fabulous home with a private tour. Over 11,000 total square feet of pure luxury! Home is located within a subdivision, so if you have children they can still have friends/neighbors, but it still feels like you are totally private in your own little compound! Truly a wonderful piece of land. The attention-to-detail on this home is amazing. (Home has access from garage to basement for possible in-law arrangement). Smart home with music, lighting, sprinkler system, heating and cooling, etc. all from your smart phone. Furniture negotiable. Pool house is heated and totally remodeled in 2016 down to the studs. The backyard is the perfect place to spend your summers. Work out room in basement could be a sixth bedroom with room for a closet. Call today for a private tour. Plenty of storage space! VERY PRIVATE YARD! Plenty of room to add another garage or another house on the additional acres. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CHa5ws5DQlT/ Premier custom home of highest level construction and design presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the most discerning buyers. Handcrafted and engineered in 2010, this home offers elegance, yet easily accommodates casual lifestyles. Extraordinary street presence, expansive Lake Washington views, sunny rooms. Italian terrace gardens, imported stone, secure entry, elevator, home offices, smart home. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CHn1N3BFIRp/ Far from the maddening crowd but close enough to life’s necessities, lies a piece of paradise you can call home. Ocean views are endless here, as are scenes of gentle manatees, playful dolphins and an array of colorful birds. Commanding two oceanfront lots in the Florida Keys city of Marathon, this estate is strategically positioned in a setting that defies comparison. Location is key to the property’s vantage point, which capitalizes on spectacular 340-degree views of clear turquoise water. A deep-water dock that can accommodate a 110-foot yacht is situated on the channel side affording direct access to the Atlantic Ocean, where some of the best fishing in the world can be found. Water enthusiasts can enjoy snorkeling, paddleboarding or kayaking, while landlubbers relax on your private 300-foot stretch of white sandy beach. A private airport is less than 10 minutes away and there are a variety of dining and shopping amenities available on Marathon. According to the homeowner, Mark Pieloch, the property offers the ideal opportunity to unwind and enjoy a “Margaritaville lifestyle.” Pavered paths encircle the home and lead to an infinity-edge swimming pool spanning 200 feet in length and featuring three waterfalls amid lush tropical foliage. Inside the sprawling 11,894-square-foot home are three floors of unbridled luxury. Each room is enhanced by magnificent water views, while an abundance of windows and extensive covered patios create an ambiance that is at once welcoming and refreshing. There are seven sumptuous bedrooms, each outfitted with private bathrooms and walk-in closets. Constructed of concrete and steel, the residence is situated over 12 feet above mean high tide, making it one of the highest homes in the Florida Keys. Ideal as a corporate retreat, bed and breakfast or family compound, this property is being offered fully-furnished. Also available for purchase separately are four adjacent lots to the south. Pieloch will consider a trade of collector-quality cars, plus cash for this offering. An avid car collector for more than 40 years, Pieloch owns the American Muscle Car Museum, a 501(c)3 facility spanning 123,000 square feet with more than 300 classic and exotic cars on display. Located in Melbourne, the museum hosts numerous non-profit fundraising events, car shows and educational tours. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CHgDlT_jzGC/ This design is finely detailed with all mortise and tenon joinery, stone and steel. Custom designed by renowned firm Kelly & Stone Architects of Steamboat Springs, CO. This property was built in 2016 and has four bedrooms and four full and one partial baths with 5,224 square feet. An elegant Chef’s gourmet kitchen, customized sauna, steam room and gym. Wire handrails for unobstructed views on an expansive 1000+-square-foot deck overlooking The Lake at Lissara and excellent views of Pilot Mountain. Chef’s gourmet kitchen, two-tiered theater room, outdoor gas fireplace with covered entertainment area. View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – November 12, 2020

Rare 7.94-Acre Palm Beach Compound Overlooking the Atlant...

By Linde Hyder - Rare is the opportunity to own a slice of paradise. Rarer still, is the chance to own a property recognized as the third-largest oceanfront compound in all of Palm Beach County. Imagine watching the sun rise over the sparkling waters of the Atlantic Ocean from an estate that spans 520 feet of private sandy beach and encompasses more nearly 8 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds. The dream becomes reality with an offering that is so exceptional, mere words cannot adequately describe the sheer artistry and magnificent craftsmanship it reflects. Designed to capitalize on its enviable backdrop, the 15, 514-square-foot plan combines panoramic ocean vistas with unique architectural elements and the finest finishes and fixtures. Rest assured no expense was spared, nor any detail left untouched in the creation of this waterfront masterpiece. " width="680"> Tucked away within a 24-hour guard-gated community, the nearly eight-acre estate is also gated, providing a setting that is private and secure for the discerning individual. An ideal venue for large-scale entertaining, the property is a tropical oasis where lush, colorful foliage surrounds an expansive outdoor terrace, swimming pool with waterfall and spa, tennis court and a covered lanai with stone fireplace. Inside, the seven-bedroom layout is a delightful array of Tuscan-inspired appointments including colorful wall murals, hand-stenciled pecky cypress ceilings, arched doorways and a sweeping wrought-iron staircase. Formal occasions are suitably hosted in the banquet-sized dining room or in the sprawling grand room, while casual gatherings will surely focus in the home theater and wine room. The generously-sized kitchen will delight cooks of any skill with an abundance of work and storage space and a sun-dappled breakfast nook. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is further enhanced by its exclusive address within the quiet enclave of Seminole Landing, regarded as the hidden gem of North Palm Beach. Featuring Seminole Golf Club—recognized among the most storied golf clubs in the U.S.—the highly sought-after community offers world-class shopping and dining nearby, as well as full-service marinas that can accommodate yachts of any size. Palm Beach International Airport is also just minutes away. View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – November 11, 2020

Home of the Day: Mediterranean Golf Course Mansion

Location: Thousand Oaks, California Address: 650 W. Stafford Road Price: $5,595,000 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms Bathrooms: 7 total bathrooms Square Feet: 7,061 total square feet View Listing Absolutely epic custom Mediterranean with explosive unobstructed fairway and mountain views! Premier setting and location in guard-gated Lake Sherwood. Features include a grand two-story entry with stone floors, spectacular curved staircase and soaring detailed ceilings. The completely remodeled center island kitchen boasts state-of-the-art appliances and opens to the massive family room and open-concept billiards/game room. Perfect for entertaining! The beautiful living room has custom beamed cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace and a wall of bi-folding doors providing the ultimate indoor/outdoor living experience. There is also an awesome formal office and a tremendous walk-in wine cellar. Upstairs, there are three large en-suite secondary bedrooms and a grand master suite with his and hers oversized custom closets, large viewing balcony, separate gym and a beautifully designed bath. The grounds are simply remarkable with covered patios, outdoor fireplace, manicured lawns and one of the largest pools in Sherwood. ALL with complete privacy and breathtaking views! There is also a very unique and much desired detached casita/guest suite. This is one of the very special custom estates Sherwood has to offer. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – November 05, 2020

Home of the Day: Golf Course Mansion & Luxury Automobiles...

Location: Alpharetta, Georgia Address: 229 Traditions Drive Price: Selling at Luxury Auction On-Site November 17 Bedrooms: 6 bedrooms Bathrooms: 10 total bathrooms Square Feet: 10,581 total square feet View Listing ON-SITE AUCTION – Tuesday, November 17, 2020Registration: 4:00 PM ESTAuction: 6:00 PM EST Spectacular estate home featuring three finished levels with beautiful golf course and lake views. Located in the exclusive Echelon Golf Course Community, this mansion offers an excellent floor plan that is very relaxed and comfortable. Two exquisite primary suites, in-law suite, guest quarters, five fireplaces, wine cellar, huge theatre room, guest suites, several patios and garages for five cars are just some of the many features. Also Selling at Auction: Four Exceptional Luxury Automobiles! Ferrari 458 Italia; Bentley Mulsanne Le Mans Edition (#34 of 48); Bentley GTC; Porsche Cayenne Turbo .95± Acre Lot overlooking Echelon Golf Course Located in Exclusive Echelon Golf Course Community Six Bedrooms Seven Full Baths; Three Half Baths Three Finished Levels Two Primary Suites; Main Level with Stone Fireplace, Upper Level Living Room with Stone Fireplace Formal Dining Room Main Kitchen with Dining Area with Stone Fireplace In-Law Suite Theatre Room Wine Cellar and Wine Tasting Room Library on Main Level with Granite Fireplace; Fitness Room Children’s Library on Upper Level Three Laundry Rooms Three Kitchens Butler’s Pantry Large Cedar Closet on Upper Level Attached Three Car Garage; Attached Two Car Garage View Listing Thomas Jefferson BoneInternational Auction1-888-861-0999 | 256-439-1900internationalauctionllc.com Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – November 03, 2020

Home of the Day: $10 Million Mediterranean Ocean-View Villa

Location: Malibu, California Address: 30254 Morning View Drive Price: $9,850,000 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms Bathrooms: 7 total bathrooms Square Feet: 6,904 total square feet View Listing Stunning ocean-view Mediterranean villa on approximately 2.65 acres welcomes intimate gatherings or hundreds of guest for parties under the stars. Luminous and welcoming with arched windows and doorways, high ceilings, 200-year-old beams, clerestory lights and wood floors. Towering entry hall, step-down living room with huge fireplace, family room, kitchen with island, large pantry, farm sink, sunny breakfast nook and French doors to backyard. The bedroom wing has three en-suite bedrooms and a billiards room. En-suite guest room/maid's quarters down another hallway. Owners ocean-view sanctuary commands upper floo with lounge, fireplace, large bath, dual custom closets, three balconies and an office/gym. Plus, enormous office/media room with bath and balcony, and separate entrance. Sensational grounds with lavender garden, raised-bed vegetable garden, outdoor fireplace and BBQ, seating and dining areas. Swimming pool, spa and generous flagstone patio, plus beach with sand and fire pit. Stable, corral and tack room. Minutes from Zuma Beach, this is truly a legacy estate. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Jordan Aquistapace – October 30, 2020

Wayne Gretzky Is Selling His $22.9 Million Mansion In Cal...

Former NHL legend Wayne Gretzky is in real-estate news for listing his sparkling estate located in Thousand Oaks, California. The home was originally constructed in 2002 with the help of architect Richard Landry. The 13,276 square foot colonial revival-style mansion features six bedrooms and 7.5 baths and sits on a 6.69-acre lot with a beautiful view of the California mountains. The Gretzky couple is so passionate about the property that they had once sold it to former baseball player Lenny Dykstra before later rebuying it. Source: Relator.com Amenities include a master suite with a sitting room and dual baths, a screening room, a fitness facility, billiards room, office, championship tennis court, outdoor entertainment area, wood-burning pizza oven, wood and gas barbecue, and formal gardens. Wayne Gretzky’s mansion is currently on the market for the price of 22.9 million dollars. Click the link below for more information on the home listing through the Relator website. View The Listing Source: Relator.com

By Alyssa Mammano – October 16, 2020

Home of the Day: Luxury Trackside Villa at The Thermal Club

Location: Thermal, California Address: 61969 Fullerton Dr Price: $3,450,000 Bedrooms: 4 bedrooms Bathrooms: 6 total bathrooms Square Feet: 7,409 total square feet View Listing https://player.vimeo.com/video/398071891?title=0&byline=0&portrait=0 Luxury Trackside Villa at The Thermal Club Welcome to Motorsport Heaven! Luxury Trackside Villa at the World-Class Thermal Club Private Motorsport Facility Unparalleled Views and Amenities This three-level Villa with four gorgeous bedrooms, four full bathrooms and two half baths, features a twelve-car garage for family fun and racing. Enjoy your spacious rear entertainment deck and watch the excitement on the racetrack below. Or, simply unwind after a thrilling day on the track and watch the sunset over the mountains. The Thermal Club offers 5.1 miles of track on three separate circuits, karting and autocross for the motorsport enthusiast. Club amenities include a gourmet restaurant and bar in the beautiful Tower Building complete with a four-story observation deck. A Trackside Storage Garage and Tuning Shop are available for your mechanical and storage support. Unlimited seat time for members. Guests are allowed with certain restrictions. The Motorsport Village also includes a Fuel Island and Car Wash. Members Club Campus includes swimming, tennis, fitness and a Poolside Grill. Spa services are available for off-track relaxation. A 48-room hotel accommodates overflow family and guests. Located just minutes from Highway 111, the Thermal Club is close to world-class golf, tennis, shopping, dining, hiking, biking and all that the desert has to offer. View Listing Sheri DettmanSheri Dettman & Associates | Keller Williams760-668-2838760-799-2182Sheri@YourResortHome.comwww.yourresorthome.com Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – October 08, 2020

Home of the Day: Milam Castle & Extravagant Garage

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Address: Upon Request Price: Auction Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms Bathrooms: 5 total bathrooms Square Feet: 15,300 total square feet View Listing No-Reserve Auction October 31 Milam Castle awaits for you to make your own personal fairytale come true with its enchanting charm. Built in the Tudor-style of Old England, this luxury manor is in a class all by itself and ideally perched on five acres in Oklahoma City. The estate delivers unlimited potential, combining an opulent environment, top-of-the-line high-tech features, extravagant air-conditioned garage facilities, spacious banquet room plus so many warm indulgences that make this estate have just the right mixture for a truly magical destination to live, work and play. Hosting private concerts, special occasions, corporate office events, and holiday gatherings just became effortless. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you to own at YOUR price! Southern hospitality, flawless location and unsurpassed beauty make Milam Castle a once upon a dream come true! Join the number of rich and famous who have called Oklahoma home, including country music icon, Garth Brooks, actors, James Garner and Ron Howard, baseball legend, Mickey Mantle, and astronaut, Shannon Lucid. Oklahoma City (OKC) welcomes you to the capital of Oklahoma. With its rugged Western past, working stockyards and title as “Horse Show Capital of the World,” its rich in cowboy culture, as well as being known for family fun, romantic retreats and outdoor adventures. OKC was named as one of the 50 Best Places to Travel in 2020 by Travel + Leisure due to its culture, cuisine, attractions, amenities and home to one of the fastest growing entertainment districts in the U.S. — serving up unlimited action in the city’s downtown Bricktown Entertainment District. Nestled within the Great Plains region, Oklahoma City boasts being home to a number of Fortune 500 companies, as well as being the eighth-largest city within the United States and one of the largest livestock markets in the world. OKC has plenty of hustle without the hassle. If you select Oklahoma as your destination of choice to enjoy all that life has to offer, your own happy ending will be written when Milam Castle becomes your home. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – October 06, 2020

Home of the Day: Vancouver's Exclusive Penthouse

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Address: 667 Howe ST #4801 Price: $26,880,000 Bedrooms: 4 bedrooms Bathrooms: 7 total bathrooms Square Feet: 7,236 total square feet View Listing The Hotel Georgia Penthouse defines the ultimate in sophisticated lifestyle, ideally situated in the heart of Vancouver’s downtown district just steps to the city’s most fashionable restaurants and exclusive shopping boutiques. This is a rare and exclusive offering to acquire this world-class luxury residence. Finished new in 2019 by Mitchell Freedland Design, this beautiful home provides approximately 7,200 square feet of indoor living on one expansive level, boasting 360-degree unobstructed city, ocean and mountain views from five walk-out terraces including a fabulous outdoor Summer Lounge equipped with gas fireplace and a covered, heated dining area with built-in barbecue. Enjoy spacious entertainment-sized rooms, providing a sophisticated and luxurious lifestyle, while embracing the security and convenience of today’s most advanced technologies. Exquisite design, master craftsmanship and luxurious finishes blend seamlessly to create a one-of-a-kind international masterpiece. Generous in scale and intimate in comfort, this spectacularly beautiful residence has been designed foremost as a home: inviting, warm and private. Entertainment-sized Living and Dining areas feature an adjoining Billiard Room, Wet Bar and temperature-controlled glass Wine Room. A privately situated Den has direct access from the elegant Foyer entry. The sensational custom contemporary Kitchen with large centre island is ideally situated with a breakfast bar, eating area, separate dry pantry and adjoining Family Room with Media Centre. An exquisite Master Bedroom with his-and-hers separate dressing rooms and ensuite bathrooms is truly in a class all of its own. This home also offers three additional Bedroom Suites, each privately situated for guests or family. Many additional features include floor-to-ceiling windows with power shades throughout, air conditioning, CRESTON automation and state-of-the-art security access to the building and Hotel amenities. Together with the Hotel Georgia, this exclusive Penthouse enjoys 24-hour on-site Concierge services, a resort-style indoor swimming pool with spa, gymnasium and secured gated parking for four vehicles. There is simply nothing in the Pacific Northwest that compares to this breathtaking Penthouse residence and the exclusivity of living at the Five-Star Hotel Georgia, with its distinctive and alluring European grandeur, situated in the heart of this most prized location. View Listing Jason SoprovichRoyal LePage Sussex ~ Jason Soprovich604-817-8812www.soprovich.com Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

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