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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 – 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

By Alyssa Mammano – January 15, 2021

The Rock's Georgia Ranch Lists for $7.5 Million

Earlier this week, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson listed his sprawling equestrian ranch home in the outskirts of Atlanta, GA for $7.5 million. The list price comes in at a $1.5 million loss from what Johnson reportedly paid for the home just over a year ago. It is unclear if he ever actually lived at the residence, and the listing photos show a stunning home stripped of any personal belongings. The listing was purchased through a Georgia-based holding linked to The Rock's business managers in Los Angeles in October 2019. The deal was done for $9 million, according to reports. Since then, the 46-acre French Provincial has been under Johnson's ownership. The custom home at the heart of the acreage boasts exquisite detail including wide plank old growth walnut flooring and great stone fireplaces, according to the listing held by Glennis Beacham of Beacham & Company, REALTORS®. The rustic ranch home also has a library, wine cellar and extravagant backyard pool and spa with a cabana, along with equestrian facilities. There's a 12-stall horse barn, arena with a viewing deck and caretaker's cottage to top it all off. View Listing Photography via Beacham & Company, REALTORS®

By Alyssa Mammano – January 14, 2021

Home of the Day: A $20 Million Estate Presenting Opulence...

Location: Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada Address: 246 Pine Valley Road Price: $19,900,000 Bedrooms: 4 bedrooms Bathrooms: 11 total bathrooms Square Feet: 22,695 total square feet View Listing Opulence and grandeur on a scale never before seen. Nestled on most exclusive Pine Valley Crescent. Designed and built by artist and world-renowned designer, Ferris Rafauli Design, who is known for the ultimate in luxury classic timelessness in modern form with fashion-inspired finishes. Gated limestone palatial estate, enhanced Hollywood-style landscaping, pool and cabana. Over 22,695 square feet of living space. Dramatic interiors, absolutely no detail overlooked. Sumptuous suedes, leathers and mirrored, exotic woods, slab stone infused throughout. Extras include heated floors, spa, theatre, elevator and poker room. Outside, there’s a heated four-seasons entertainer's cabana, seven-car garage and manicured gardens. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 13, 2021

This Ocean View Beauty with a Six-Car Garage is Built to ...

Presented by Jacob Laffoon | Laffoon Real Estate Group - Nestled along 18 miles of Texas shoreline is a coastal town where the vibe is laid-back and the lifestyle is easygoing. Set against a backdrop of warm Gulf water and soft Texas sand lies the epitome of island life, filled with an unlimited range of recreational opportunities from sport fishing to dolphin watching and from seaside golf to boutique shopping. Known as ‘Port A’ to locals, this casual beach community provides the perfect setting for an 8,099-square-foot wonder that combines the best of island life with the finest luxury accoutrements. Designed to withstand the forces of nature, the Ocean View Estate was built with construction elements of a magnitude not often found in coastal properties. In addition to being highly energy efficient, the structure is hurricane and flood resistant and is equipped with a back-up power system. https://player.vimeo.com/video/481914980 Superior craftsmanship and extraordinary appointments continue throughout the three-story residence. Meticulously planned to the smallest detail, the sprawling layout has been artistically arrayed with reclaimed oak wood floors, a hand-hammered brass sink from Istanbul, walnut fireplace mantle from Brazil, alder wood cabinetry and doors, custom wine room and more. Beyond the massive hand-carved double doors on the first level are three bedrooms, kitchen and dining area creating an ideal space for overnight guests. An expansive master suite on the second floor holds the key to rejuvenation with a bathroom lavishly outfitted with spa-like features. A well-proportioned kitchen on the third level is styled to meet the needs of the most demanding chef and includes a one-of-a-kind marble sink from India. Most impressive is the fourth level observation deck affording the finest 360-degree views anywhere in Port A, with vistas of the island, beach and shipping channel. Augmenting the main residence are a six-car garage and a spacious apartment comprising a full kitchen, game room and a theater. This resort-style offering is the perfect family compound, corporate retreat or vacation getaway. The six-bedroom layout sleeps 16 and the relaxing warmth of the beach is just a two-minute walk away. Furnishings convey. View Listing Laffoon Real Estate GroupJacob LaffoonMobile: (210) 391-7470Office: (210) 696-9996jacob@laffoonrealestate.comwww.laffoonrealestate.com Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 12, 2021

Home of the Day: The Epitome of Modern Luxury in Aspen

Location: Aspen, Colorado Address: 210 Sesame Street Price: $31,950,000 Bedrooms: 7 bedrooms Bathrooms: 10 total bathrooms Square Feet: 10,460 total square feet View Listing The epitome of modern luxury and privacy in Aspen, set behind a gated entry at the base of Smuggler Mountain. Upon entering, experience unparalleled views from Independence Pass to Mt. Sopris. The airy floor plan on the main level opens to expansive heated terraces and encompasses the living, dining and kitchen areas, with the option to close off the kitchen for more formal events. Designed by Zone 4 Architects, this Colorado Home of the Year has multiple destinations for relaxing and entertaining. The pool terrace level includes a screening room, library, and gym that opens to the outside pool and spa area. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 11, 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/CJrSoZ6geaO/ Live life luxuriously with this amazing waterfront estate in southwest Florida. This over-the-top modernized showplace with 11,000 square feet of living space with separate guest house is located in Gulf Harbour yacht & Country Club, one of the premier gated communities on the west coast of Florida. Spectacular deep water yacht club and full-service country club amenities with casual and formal dining rooms, pool-side grill room, full-service fitness and spa center, tennis, 18-hole championship golf course, community pool/spa and a private beach area are all here to enjoy and experience. This exquisite estate is a waterfront wonder and offers every imaginable amenity that one would expect to find in luxury living. Indulge in incredible detail, quality, craftsmanship and design. Features include spacious gathering rooms throughout, luxurious master retreat with spa-like bath, media fun room and bar area, exercise and meditation rooms, resort-style pool and outdoor entertainment rooms and so much more. Turn heads and turn moments into memories with this unmatchable property and lifestyle. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJt3PIZgp6z/ This magnificent home rises from the rugged granite shoreline of the Atlantic with 1,600 feet of direct oceanfront surrounded by 41.7 acres of pristine wilderness with natural landscaping. The property borders 1,800 acres of Crown-owned land, so you are guaranteed quiet privacy. The owners describe it as, "a place of peace and contemplation." This glass and concrete retreat was executed by the New York architectural firm, Alexander Gorlin and Associates. The 6,000 square feet of sophisticated living space consist of a series of interlocking pavilions constructed of reinforced steel and concrete, Starphire glass window walls to capture the ever-changing ocean views and a rolled Zinc roof, all to withstand the Nova Scotia Maritime climate. The heated floors throughout the interior are a beautiful imported polished limestone. Ketch Harbour is just 20 minutes to the capital city of Halifax, which offers fine restaurants, great theater and curious art galleries. Halifax International offers direct flights to London, Toronto and New York. This home was featured in February 2014 Architectural Digest when first built. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJrGgZ2AwLc/ Amazing Lake Charlevoix estate with everything you could ask for. Timeless architecture with stunning detail. Approximately 16,000 square feet of impeccably finished space with seven bedrooms, six en-suite, eight baths, eight fireplaces overlooking a sugar sand beach with permanent docking system and the grand view of miles of Lake Charlevoix shoreline. A separate apartment is above a four-and-a-half-car garage. The lower walkout level leads to a state-of-the-art theater room, enviable wine cellar and a spacious family room with imported bar from Malaysia. The three-acre gated estate has 195 feet of waterfront on coveted Raspberry Bay, and parallels 600 feet of a landscaped stream complete with waterfalls that compliment an outdoor fireplace and pavilion. State-of-the-art electronics throughout make this magnificent home very smart at the touch of a button. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJtrMstAqyx/ Located two homes to the beach lies a property unlike any other in Old Naples. The parcel location and shape has afforded a design that features sweeping lakefront views from every room. Attention to detail and high level of finish throughout, enhanced by multiple outdoor terraces seamlessly put the water vistas as the focus. Serene and private, with walls of glass allowing unimpeded eastern and western light. A one-of-a-kind opportunity mere steps to the Gulf of Mexico and a quick stroll to the renowned 5th Avenue shopping and dining. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ3m67rA6fD/ This exquisite residence was built in 2019. Entering the light-filled home from the new circular driveway, the elegant interior is an open-concept floor plan. The large gourmet kitchen, with top-of-the-line Jenn Air appliances including gas stove, is the focal point at one end of the spacious great room. The first floor also includes a dining area, sitting area, den or office, a spacious master suite, a second bedroom, pool bath, laundry room with gas dryer and pantry. On the second level are three additional bedrooms, two bathrooms and a loft set as a separate gathering/entertaining area. On the first level the sliders in the great room slide away to blend the indoor and outdoor spaces. The generous lanai includes a gas heated pool, spa and summer kitchen. Enjoy boating with the recently completed dock and boat lift. A generator was installed in August 2020. Taxes reflect vacant land. View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 10, 2021

The Most Magnificent Manors You Can Buy Today

Derivative of European castles and having historical significance rooted in upper-echelon ownership, magnificent manors were originally country estates with extensive land fortified to fend off uninvited visitors. Manors encompassed small towns where most all people lived in medieval times, housing a blacksmith, bakery, mill, orchard, gardens and a community of people to create a self-sufficient society. A grand hall within the main manor served as a central gathering space for the people of the community. The manor was owned by a royal lord or noble who resided in the manor, while villagers lived in its ancillary structures. Knights of the king would oversee the community and provide its profits from agriculture and business to the king. The main manor dwellings were distinctive for their unique construction and chateau-like adornments. Surrounded by vast land, meticulously manicured gardens, lakes and long walking paths, manors are enveloped in exquisite luxury. The commanding structures themselves are remarkably notable in size and opulent finishes. In Europe, manorial establishments were extensive and widespread, however domestically, that was not historically the case. As such, manor homes and relics of early manorial settlement are much fewer and father between. The northeast region is home to most historical manors, specifically along the east shore of Maryland, Virginia, the Hudson River Valley of New York and along the Mississippi River. More modern-day manors built after the Civil War were constructed with the intent to be remote retreats for wealthy families. In the southeast, manors took on more Georgian architectural stylings. Federal architecture emerged as a variant to Georgian architecture in the late 1700s. Some United States manors, however, are more closely reminiscent of European Châteauesque stylings, such as Biltmore Estate, as well as Tudor Revival, Neoclassical and Greek Revival architectural categorizations. The quintessential legacy property, many manors with longstanding history have remained in the same families for multiple generations. Here, explore magnificent manors available for purchase across the U.S. and Canada. Toronto, Ontario, CanadaBarry Cohen HomesBarry Cohen | 416.223.1818barry@barrycohenhomes.comwww.barrycohenhomes.com View Listing Naples, FloridaGulf Coast International PropertiesMichael A. McCumber | 239.777.9029mike@gcipnaples.comwww.gcipnaples.com View Listing Greenwich, ConnecticutCompassShelly Tretter Lynch | 203.550.8508shelly.tretterlynch@compass.comwww.compass.com View Listing San Francisco, CaliforniaBlack Book FirmDoug Manful | 415.937.1869douglas@blackbookfirm.comblackbookfirm.com View Listing Warrenton, VirginiaMcLean Faulconer, Inc.Stephen McLean | 804.981.1863smclean@mcleanfaulconer.comwww.mcleanfaulconer.com View Listing Greenwich, ConnecticutHalstead Real EstateRob C. Johnson | 203.869.8100robjohnson@halstead.comwww.halstead.com View Listing Middletown, New JerseyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & RoachGloria Nilson | 732.842.6181gnilson@glorianilson.comwww.foxroach.com View Listing Dartmouth, MassachusettsRobert Paul Properties, Inc.Robert B. Kinlin | 508.648.2739rkinlin@robertpaul.comwww.robertpaul.com View Listing Thonotosassa, FloridaSmith and Associates Real EstateMary Pond & Ed Gunning | 813.294.8867 | 813.690.7902pondgunning@smithandassociates.comtheoaksestate.com View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 07, 2021

Home of the Day: A $6.75 Million Cliffside Compound Built...

Location: Nova Scotia, Canada Address: 115 Gill Cove Road Price: $6,750,000 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms Bathrooms: 5 total bathrooms Square Feet: 6,000 total square feet View Listing This magnificent home rises from the rugged granite shoreline of the Atlantic with 1,600 feet of direct oceanfront surrounded by 41.7 acres of pristine wilderness with natural landscaping. The property borders 1,800 acres of Crown-owned land, so you are guaranteed quiet privacy. The owners describe it as "a place of peace and contemplation." This glass and concrete retreat was executed by the New York architectural firm Alexander Gorlin and Associates. The 6,000 square feet of sophisticated living space consist of a series of interlocking pavilions constructed of reinforced steel and concrete, Starphire glass window walls to capture the ever-changing ocean views and a roof of rolled Zinc, all to withstand the Nova Scotia Maritime climate. The heated floors throughout the interior are a beautiful imported polished limestone. Ketch Harbour is just 20 minutes to the capital city of Halifax, which offers fine restaurants, great theater and curious art galleries. Halifax International offers direct flights to London, Toronto and New York. This home was featured in February 2014 Architectural Digest when first built. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 06, 2021

Home of the Day: This $9 Million Mansion is on the Perfec...

Location: Naples, Florida Address: 590 Gulf Shore Boulevard North Price: $8,995,000 Bedrooms: 4 bedrooms Bathrooms: 6 total bathrooms Square Feet: 4,478 total square feet View Listing Located two homes to the beach lies a property unlike any other in Old Naples. The parcel location and shape has afforded a design that features sweeping lakefront views from every room. Attention to detail and high level of finish throughout, enhanced by multiple outdoor terraces seamlessly put the water vistas as the focus. Serene and private, with walls of glass allowing unimpeded eastern and western light. A one-of-a-kind opportunity mere steps to the Gulf of Mexico and a quick stroll to the renowned 5th Avenue shopping and dining. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – January 04, 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/CJmAKsxFQMT/ Ka Lae Kiki, a one-and-only Hawaiian oceanfront estate, is on the market for the first time in over a half century. Located on a revered oceanfront point along the Poipu Beach coastline, this magical vacation rental property is best known for its unique history, oceanfront pool, architecture and address. Most recently, and across the street, Alexander & Baldwin and DMB & Associates developed the notable Club at Kukui’ula complete with world-class amenities and high-end homes. In 1947, Judge Philip LaVergne Rice acquired the land to build Ka Lae Kiki. Born on Kauai and nominated by President Eisenhower to the Territorial Supreme Court, Judge Rice soon became the Hawaii’s Territorial Chief Justice. Purchased by prominent Los Angeles businessman Lowry McCaslin in 1957, Ka Lae Kiki became part of the McCaslin’s legacy. In the 1990s, the family engaged architect Jim Morton, best known for his resort work in Hawaii and Lake Tahoe, to design the residence anew. The new home's positioning and view-centric floor plan display Morton's deep appreciation for the property's significance. With three quarters of an acre and nearly 500 feet of ocean frontage, the estate is among the most expansive oceanfront properties in coveted Poipu Beach. The architecture and interiors exhibit the relaxed style and comfort that makes Hawaiian design universally desired. Windows and doors cast open wide and display unrivaled coastal and white-water perspectives. Each of the four bedroom suites and the great room command oceanfront locations and framed views. A separate media room is the lounge for any game day. Ka Lae Kiki’s signature remains the stunning saltwater pool constructed into the forward edge of the property. Unmatched anywhere on Kauai, the pool is a haven for gatherings. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJZEz27AH4r/ This custom home is one of the finest in Atlanta Country Club estates. Overlooking the 15th green of one of the top 100 golf courses in the U.S., it still offers complete privacy when you enjoy the outstanding outdoor amenities with pool, spa and cabana with fireplace. The five-car garage is a rare find in ACC. This custom home features stunning outdoor living spaces. Covered porches overlook the pool, spa, fireside cabana with half bath and kitchen. Mudroom with built-ins, pantry, laundry room and half bath. All bedrooms have private baths and walk-in closets. Upstairs includes second laundry room, sitting rooms and au pair suite or in-law suite with separate entrance. Terrace complete with wine cellar and tasting room, media room, kitchen, living room, bedroom with bath, recreation room, gym and half bath. Elevator with self-closing gate. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJlktm0ryAb/ Featured in the Wall Street Journal on October 27, 2020 as the House of the Day, this exceptional estate listing brings a design continuum without compromise, where finish qualities deliver the completeness and authenticity that great architecture provides. Arrive and walk through the lush courtyard entry to the welcoming entry lanai. Upon entering the home, framed views of Kauai's dazzling ocean and astounding landscape prevail. The grandeur of the setting is impactful and perfectly aligns with professionally designed interiors that complement Kauai's overall beauty. Features of this listing include land area over an acre at approximately 23,281 square feet, main residence encompassing four bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms and 3,710 approximate square feet. Additional lanai space appended to main residence is 1,652 approximate square feet. Detached guest house is one bedroom, one bathroom with a wet-bar at 420 approximate square feet. Detached two-car garage is 640 approximate square feet. Professional landscape design, lighting and installation, in-ground pool and spa. Firepit and built-in seating, BBQ, Tiki torches, grand poolside covered lanai. Custom Ipe floors, custom and Pella doors, custom ceiling detail inclusive of tongue and groove within the great room, gourmet kitchen with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, butler's pantry, dual sinks and dishwashers, dining area inclusive of adjacent wet-bar, professional media and sound system, screened lanai spaces off the kitchen and master suite, gracious and all en-suite bedrooms, each with coordinating baths and complementary outdoor showers. The Club at Kukui'ula clubhouse, farm, golf, pools, spa and so much more. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJgzGXZnKOC/ Exquisite Southern Shores oceanfront estate! Experience the best beachfront location in Southern Shores! This recently constructed lavish oceanfront estate features beautiful granite, exquisite tile and exotic woods throughout and also includes a professionally designed media room, bar and billiards room. This home offers seven large master bedrooms for the utmost in privacy and comfort, while a private pool, poolside cabana and hot tub provide plenty of opportunity for enjoying time with family and friends. All the amenities including an elevator, game room, multiple living areas and theater room. Built to enjoy views from every level of the home! Enjoy panoramic ocean views, calm ocean breezes and stunning sunrises and sunsets. This home is one of the best in Southern Shores and Duck and a top rental income producer! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CJjbjZXA3Ha/ A Kauai oceanfront estate in Poipu, consisting of three residences, each on its own lot, is on the market for a bulk sale of $15 million. Located 30 minutes from the Lihue Airport and within the Poipu Beach resort area on a quiet side street, this stunning property of over half an acre delivers commanding uninterrupted coastal and whitewater views.The compound's three unique custom-built homes are each designed within the same classic Hawaiian architecture made famous by Hawaii's legendary architect, the late Charles Dickey. Split pitched roof lines, generous eaves and a reliance upon lanai spaces that blend the lines between indoors and out make each home ideally suited for Kauai living. Here, classic architecture meets a modern high style. Whereas the islands are relaxed and open, so are the floor plans. The emphasis on openness, fine finish features, custom wood flooring and cabinetry bond the experience. Buyers seeking the perfect home, multi-generation estate or a destination property for friends and family/corporate retreat take note: this property sets the gold standard for sophisticated living and entertaining. The compound is being sold in its entirety in bulk. It is a private estate and NOT a vacation rental property. View Listing

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