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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 15, 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/CLPJfI3A_67/ Views, privacy, security. The views are the star player here, but craftsmanship and design play impressive and vital roles. The great room features dry-stacked Oklahoma farmer's stone supporting a ceiling of parquet white oak. Vertical window trim – sapele ornamented with a delicate bevel – invokes a mid-century design aesthetic, while a large hearth firmly centers the room in its alpine environs. If the great room is a natural showpiece for entertaining, the open plan kitchen/family room nearby is the obvious choice for family life. From the pool, swimmers can see from Independence to Sopris, without any neighbors in sight. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CLE6_kdAtx4/ As you enter the gates of your professionally landscaped grounds, you are greeted by towering oaks and a long, meandering driveway that leads to a spectacular stone-clad English manor. This exquisite home has been completely renovated with no expense spared! New roof in 2020, new dock with new electric wiring and LED lights in 2020. The backyard completely remodeled with the addition of a state-of-the-art/resort-style infinity edge pool and spa with LED lighting system. You can gaze over the river and watch the nightly sunsets from your infinity edge and feel like you are on vacation every day! Also added a cabana retreat finished with a chef’s quality summer kitchen. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CLHbP1KgT4Y/ This stunning beachfront compound on Sanibel Island offers pristine privacy, serene security and the peace of mind you deserve. Introducing Mandalay, a private beachfront estate like no other. On Sanibel's north end, where the sun sets into the Gulf of Mexico, sits a pristine stretch of beach where shells collect, birds wade and natural privacy delights. Harmoniously situated in this spectacular location is the stunning compound named Mandalay. The inspiration behind this magnificent property is found in the perfect fusion of exquisite design, Stalwart construction and attention to the details that define luxury. Spread out over 300 feet of private beach frontage adjacent to preserve land, this magnificent home extends down the beach to provide breathtaking waterfront vistas from virtually every room. Behind a monitored gate and built to exacting standards that far exceed regular construction, this compound ensures you enjoy your safe and pristine sanctuary in an ever-changing world. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CLMlIvJAEmP/ Serenity awaits in the Country Club at DC Ranch. The peaceful gated courtyard is just the beginning to this extraordinary residence. The main home features five ensuite bedrooms, plus an exercise/bonus room, media room, dedicated office, formal dining room, music room or second family room and a loft for an additional study or library area. Fully remodeled kitchen is open to the great room and features a large island with additional seating. Spacious guest house is roomy and allows for a separate bedroom, living room and two full baths. The elegant pool is for all ages — swim laps, play in the shallow end or relax poolside along with soothing water features. Sunsets and city lights on one of many balconies completes this truly tranquil setting. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CLKAQQVgEK3/ If you're craving quiet sunset walks on your own private beach and a place to get away from it all, Beach Dream on Casey Key is the answer. Built to the highest standards, this easy-to-live-in home has views from every room. Spacious floor plan with wet bars on each level. Welcoming kitchen features an oversized island, Viking range, convection ovens and custom cabinetry. Main-level bedroom suite with private office, closet with dressing room and direct access to full-length veranda. Upper level includes split secondary suites with private baths, walk-in closets, large living area with balcony. Plus, there's plenty of room for hobbies on the lower level: a well-proportioned five-car garage with storage, flex space for gym or studio, full bath, heated saltwater pool and spa, outdoor kitchen and three-stop elevator. In all, 5,335 square feet with five beds, seven baths and two living areas. Enjoy 123 feet of private beachfront away from the crowds. In the heart of Floridas Cultural Coast, minutes from Sarasota, Venice, Nokomis. View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – February 11, 2021

Home of the Day: $11 Million Open-Air Ski-in/Ski-out Estate

Location: Park City, Utah Address: 215 White Pine Canyon Road Price: $11,000,000 Bedrooms: 6 bedrooms Bathrooms: 8 total bathrooms Square Feet: 7,582 total square feet View Listing Located within the gated community of The Colony at White Pine Canyon, this amazing home sits in a sun-drenched, forest setting with commanding views and privacy. The home offers six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a large ski room, office/den, a lower-level rec room and a three-car garage. The front entry opens to an expansive open living, dining and kitchen area with gorgeous wide plank hardwood flooring, a sprawling stone and steel fireplace, a glassed-in wine room and seemingly endless windows looking out over the majestic mountain paradise. The main-floor master bedroom is made for ultimate rest and relaxation with a private deck, fireplace and a fully outfitted mater bathroom. There is a second guest suite on the main level, along with a beautiful office and oversized ski room. The lower-level offers four beautiful bedroom suites and a lower-level wet bar and rec room, ensuring plenty to do after skiing. The home also offers incredible outdoor spaces with several heated decks, patios, a swimming pool and an outdoor hot tub. Enjoy direct ski access from Snowwonder or Golden Spruce, part of the largest ski resort in North America. In the summer, there is direct access to the more than 400 miles of hiking and biking trails that network through the greater Park City area. Top-of-the-line finishes and systems were incorporated throughout, which ensures convenient and easy living. This home has everything and is sure to impress anyone who steps across the threshold. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – February 10, 2021

Estates in Tropical Destinations Perfect for Social Dista...

After 2020 forced homeowners to reevaluate their living situations and the real estate market to completely revamp its methodology, experts are predicting more second-home purchases heading into 2021. Buyers sought out destination homes when the pandemic interrupted the way the whole world lives and vacations; some to escape day-to-day interactions in busy cities and others to ensure a safe environment for family getaways. Privacy and cleanliness are now top of mind, while also maintaining luxurious amenities and exclusive access to community benefits. Tropical destinations have long been idyllic locale for vacationing and today’s modern home buyer is looking to these havens for reinvigorated reasoning. Persuaded by the global pandemic, many businesses chose to operate remotely, resulting in several professionals creating necessary work-from-home space within their residences. And if homeowners now have the flexibility to perform their job functions from anywhere, many are choosing a more picturesque environment to do so. Some chose to spend their time primarily in tropical destinations, while others sought second-homes in their favorite vacation spots. Transitioning from populous resorts or rentals, a dedicated respite, especially one under professional management, decreases the need to share spaces and risk contact with contagions. A second home in a tropical destination ensures safe and sterile surroundings for family sabbaticals. With cleanliness at the forefront, these properties also provide income potential to offset ownership costs. Here, we’ve selected impressive estates in popular tropical destinations for home buyers to choose from. These sequestered properties offer all the resort-style amenities of a luxurious retreat, with ample space for the whole family. Find the hideaway of your dreams among the properties to follow. Tortola, British Virgin IslandsRE/MAX British Virgin IslandsRico Garcia | 1.284.340.2444www.remax-bestpriced-bvi.com View Listing Vero Beach, FloridaJohn’s Island Real Estate CompanyRobert M. Gibb | 772.231.0900www.johnsislandrealestate.com View Listing Shark Key, FloridaBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Knight & GardenJoanne Allen | 305.923.0239sharkkeyflorida.com View Listing Virgin Gorda, British Virgin IslandsRE/MAX British Virgin IslandsRico Garcia1-284-340-2444www.remax-bestpriced-bvi.com View Listing Fort Myers, FloridaRoyal Shell Real EstateMichael McMurray | 239.689.7653www.royalshellrealestate.com View Listing Miami Beach, FloridaBerkshire Hathaway Home Services Florida RealtyNora Walz | 305.582.0579www.bhhsfloridarealty.com View Listing Tortola, British Virgin IslandsRE/MAX British Virgin IslandsRico Garcia | 1.284.340.2444www.remax-bestpriced-bvi.com View Listing Captiva, FloridaVIP Realty Group / The Bell TeamKaren Bell | 239.851.0168www.thebellteam.com View Listing Delray Beach, FloridaCompass Boca RatonChuck Luciano | 561.706.7144www.compass.com View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – February 09, 2021

Home of the Day: Private Compound Accessible Only by Wate...

Location: Oil Nut Bay, Tortola, British Virgin Islands Address: Lion Heart Price: $39,500,000 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms Bathrooms: 7 total bathrooms Square Feet: 8,021 total square feet View Listing On the eastern tip of Virgin Gorda, in the coveted North Sound region, lies a place where life is spent in perfect harmony with the ocean tides. Spread across 400 exquisite acres and entirely surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, Oil Nut Bay offers freehold property ownership in the most pinnacle of locations in the British Virgin Islands. Accessible only by water or helicopter, the setting is exceptionally private and consciously preserved. Luxury villas custom-built into the island's topography meld modern design elements with the natural elegance of the Caribbean, while island amenities including recreational activities, dining opportunities, and wellness services offer an altogether elite living experience in one of the world's most sensational locales. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 09, 2021

Motor Mansions: Beverly Hills Estate Made for Exotic Cars

A luxurious lifestyle is complete with large homes on premium landscape, high-end supercars, exotic race cars, and state-of-the-art watercraft. 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 Beverly Hills, CA on a property best described as an architectural masterpiece. This mansion is complete with plenty of space to keep cars with a short trip to the marina to take the boat out. 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: Beverly Hills City View Villa, Beverly Hills, California Square Footage: 9,393 sqft Bedroom/Bathrooms: 6/8 Garage: Attached Water Access: Not Included Price: $19,995,000 View duPont REGISTRY Homes Listing For the Garage 2021 Rolls-Royce Ghost duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Wires Only Condition: 997 miles Engine: 6.7L Twin-Turbocharged V-12 Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 563hp/627ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 4.3 Seconds Price: Call for Price View Wires Only Inventory 2018 Koenigsegg Agera RS duPont REGISTRY Dealership: iLusso Condition: 1,919 Miles Engine: 5.0L Twin-Turbocharged V-8 Engine Displacement: Mid-Engine Performance: 1,160hp/944ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 2.8 Seconds Price: Call for Price View iLusso Inventory 2020 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Marshall Goldman Beverly Hills Condition: 1,398 miles Engine: 4.0L Twin-Turbocharged V-8 Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 577hp/627ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 3.9 Seconds Price: $184,900 View Marshall Goldman Beverly Hills Inventory For the Water 2020 Uniesse 50' Denison Yacht Sales Dealership: Denison Yacht Sales Length: 50ft Engine: Cummins Diesel Performance: 35kn Cruising Speed Price: $2,395,000 View Denison Yacht Sales Inventory For more Mansions & Motors, Check out Mansions and Motors: Tampa Bay Treasures To Keep In Tom Brady’s Former Home

By Alyssa Mammano – February 08, 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/CK9H8w8AWhW/ Architecturally stunning and masterfully restored, this multigenerational waterfront residence known as "Sea Goddess" overlooks the beautiful waters of Nantucket Sound with a private sandy beach. Circa 1900, this historically significant home, with incomparable oceans views, was refurbished in 2018 to the highest standards to create a peaceful and private luxury estate. Through the collaborative efforts of owner, architect and builder, the three-level home with over 5,500 square feet of living space and seven bedrooms, was a 2020 Bullfinch Award winner by the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art. The formal living and dining areas along with a stunning chef’s kitchen, family room, sun room and enclosed porch combine to offer the perfect setting for family, friends and large social gatherings. Appointments include significant millwork, four fireplaces, custom built-ins, coffered ceilings, Lutron Lighting system, recreation room, multiple outdoor seating areas, pool, hot tub, and cabana. The center drive is bordered by two new carriage houses and the professionally landscaped grounds are magnificent. Located just minutes from the restaurants and boutiques of Osterville village, this unparalleled lifestyle overlooking one of Cape Cod’s most beautiful beaches is truly a one of a kind offering for the most discriminating buyer. Information herein is not guaranteed or warranted and should be verified by any person who is looking at this property to purchase. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CK6jYJxAGce/ This gem sited along a beautiful sandy beach was constructed with the highest levels of quality and taste. The remarkable jewel was built to withstand the elements with its superior steel frame construction, a masonry and stone exterior, built-on pilings, Anderson hurricane windows, stainless steel rails, clay tile roof, break-away walls, built above elevation requirements, solid core interior doors, and 2×6 construction.The first floor to the palatial residence, hosting a sunken great room, a fireplace, custom tile imported from France throughout, wet bar and an entertainment center. This welcoming space opens to a covered lounge with an outdoor shower. Above on the second level, the kitchen is fully outfitted with custom light cabinetry, an oynx center island and a professional La Cornue French range, and is positioned adjacent to a gracious dining and entertaining area. The third story is highlighted by master suite private quarter, it over looks the sea and skyline and claims high tracery ceilings, master bathroom complete with onyx and 18-karat gold fixtures. This Sandcastle style estate offers a unique lifestyle, with proximity to resort destinations, providing entertainment, recreation, and sports venues, pristine beaches, fine dining, casinos such as Ocean, Borgata, Hard Rock, and the famous four-mile Atlantic City boardwalk; the oldest in the United States. Located just an hour from Philadelphia and 2.5 hours from Manhattan. This prized estate is also close to private and international airports. Atlantic City marina, only minutes away, can accommodate the largest of Yachts. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CKy002dgEIA/ Room to roam, privacy and security of Starwood, and a perfectly finished and furnished, turn-key home. Dream kitchen with a LaCornue oven/range, glass front Sub Zero refrigerators; this is a must see! Many outdoor lounging areas throughout the property, which includes the adjacent pasture that will transfer as a 60+/- year land lease. Bring the horses! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CK_ssULgg8p/ On the eastern tip of Virgin Gorda, in the coveted North Sound region, lies a place where life is spent in perfect harmony with the ocean tides. Spread across 400 exquisite acres and entirely surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, Oil Nut Bay offers freehold property ownership in the most pinnacle of locations in the British Virgin Islands. Accessible only by water or helicopter, the setting is exceptionally private and consciously preserved. Luxury villas custom-built into the island's topography meld modern design elements with the natural elegance of the Caribbean, while island amenities including recreational activities, dining opportunities, and wellness services offer an altogether elite living experience in one of the world's most sensational locales. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CK3-mLfAt0M/ This magnificent oceanfront property, designed by prestigious architect Paul McLean and masterfully built by Gallo Builders, is truly one of Laguna Beach’s finest! Nestled on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, this stunning residence is the perfect family compound or investment opportunity. Each level’s floor-to-ceiling walls of folding glass and mahogany doors open to beach-front patios creating breathtaking indoor/outdoor spaces to enjoy sea breezes, the sparkling ocean, sunset and Catalina views. Limestone floors on every level and patio along with mahogany windows and doors create a soft contemporary design and remarkably comfortable living space. The property features eight bedrooms (seven ensuite), nine bathrooms, four gourmet kitchens, a media room, multiple deck levels with bbq, al fresco dining and lounging areas, four fireplaces, air conditioning and four laundry areas. Plenty of room for multi-generation extended family gatherings! An extremely unique amenity is parking for up to 13 cars. A subterranean garage has seven spaces, the upper garage has two spaces and there are four driveway spaces. The location of this trophy property provides access to absolutely ALL Laguna Beach has to offer. Enjoy walks along the water’s edge or the close proximity to Laguna village means a short walk to restaurants, shops and art galleries. This luxurious property can never be duplicated, which makes it an opportunity of a lifetime. It’s time to make 160 Saint Anns your dream come true residence! View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – February 05, 2021

The Top Ocean View Estates You Can Buy Today

Though the global pandemic may have changed the way we buy and sell real estate, desire for waterfront properties and the construction of new ocean-view residences haven’t halted. Experts say foreign buyers are poised to return to the U.S.’ high-end waterfront market, especially with lavish new developments underway. According to reports, the foreign one percent is still seeking the south Florida waterfront lifestyle. Some may want fabulous sprawling estates with plenty of space for privacy, while others opt for a low-maintenance option in an exclusive residential high-rise. The sustenance and even growth of luxury oceanfront aspirations were reflected in Miami-Dade county’s jump in real estate sales throughout 2020. An upsurge of home sales by 16.6% year-over-year was reported by the Miami Association of Realtors. Amid a global pandemic, that is no small feat. Luxury real estate experts were quick to pivot to modern methods of showings, allowing endless ocean views to speak for themselves despite buyers perhaps not being able to see the home in person. Several off-site deals were done and virtual closings occurred as high-end buyers flocked to less dense ocean-view destinations. And while inventory seems to be flying off the market, here we’ve curated several resort-style properties to choose from. Each with endless ocean views, these estates offer exclusivity, amenities and a lifestyle only possible in oceanfront estates. From the sandy beachfront mansions in California to the ocean and Intracoastal estates of Florida, some modern in stylings and others Mediterranean masterpieces, find the ocean-view residence of your dreams among the properties to follow. Even the most discriminating buyers are sure to be impressed by the homes on offer here. Malibu, CaliforniaCompassChris Cortazzo | 310.457.3995www.chriscortazzo.com View Listing Malibu, CaliforniaDouglas EllimanAni Dermenjian | 310.738.0499www.come2malibu.com View Listing Manalapan, FloridaPremier Estate PropertiesPascal Liguori | 561.665.8177www.pascalliguoriandson.com View Listing Laguna Beach, CaliforniaCompass Newport BeachLeo Goldschwartz | 714.719.0670www.compass.com View Listing Hillsboro Beach, FloridaLang RealtyJulie Ann Giachetti | 561.212.0022www.jaghomes.com View Listing Dartmouth, MassachusettsRobert Paul Properties, Inc.Robert B. Kinlin508.648.2739www.robertpaul.com View Listing Miami Beach, FloridaLuxe Living RealtyDora Puig | 305.673.6787www.dorapuig.com View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – February 04, 2021

Home of the Day: Contemporary Architectural Mastery in De...

Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Address: 9401 E AW Tillinghast Road Price: $6,999,999 Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms Bathrooms: 4 total bathrooms Square Feet: 8,258 total square feet View Listing This genuine and timeless Contemporary, privately gated and sited on two lots over 10 acres on a lofty hillside, maximizes elevated and panoramic views from every window. The floor plan is tailored for daily living as well as for entertaining large groups. The terraced design, walls of butt glazed windows, cantilevered overhangs, quartzite stone walls and weathered copper fascia fuse together to create this spectacular Contemporary. The home offers an extraordinary abundance of natural light and magnificent views, yet is warm and comfortable. The finest intercontinental finishes and applications are implemented throughout the home: Venetian plaster, Santos Rosewood cabinetry, Figured Eucalyptus interior doors, stone and Khaya mahogany plank floors and ceiling details, French Limestone, Calcutta marble and German-designed fixtures. On the main level is a spacious, open great room that provides gathering spaces for few or many; a streamlined and comprehensive chef's kitchen, dining space, living room with fire pit, wet bar, media room and powder room along with two luxury guest ensuites, each with a private outdoor patio. The second-level master suite enjoys complete privacy and full amenities: fireplace, office/den, exercise room, unparalleled bath with steam shower and laundry, breakfast/wet bar and outdoor patios. The utilization of outdoor spaces begins with the gated courtyard entry with floor-to-ceiling glass, river rock and native cacti. On the great room level, discover the two-sided negative edge pool, spa, fountain and wrap-around patio with fire pit and floating stone outdoor grill. The guest suites' ceiling-heated patios present vistas in all directions, while the Master Suite's two patios provide privacy with a fire pit on one side and on the other, a private patio with sweeping vistas, ceiling heaters and an outdoor shower. This home, a paragon of stability and endurance, utilizes a steel frame wall system, commercial elevator, subterranean water tanks, natural gas generator and second-level concrete sub flooring. It has been impeccably maintained to remain in like-new condition. The ground level completes this showpiece with an oversized three-car garage, a one-car garage with mini-kitchen and private entrance, storage space and mechanical rooms. The location within Desert Mountain, mid-mountain, provides quick access to The Sonoran Fitness Club, easy access to both Desert Mountain entry gates, and is a short drive to multiple clubhouses for dining and golf. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Edward Jones – February 03, 2021

Start a New Year With a New View at Reynolds Lake Oconee

Presented by Reynolds Lake Oconee - New year, new you? The initial enthusiasm of the common New Year’s resolution sentiment – usually regarding fitness goals, dietary changes, professional achievements, and the like – often fizzles out a couple months in as the challenges of daily life take over. But what if a change of location or scenery could make the difference between listing the 45-day old treadmill in an online marketplace and actually reaching those goals? How about, instead: New Year. New View. Enter Reynolds Lake Oconee – a club community 85 miles east of Atlanta surrounded by more than 350 miles of shoreline on Georgia’s scenic Lake Oconee. From the real estate offerings with expansive lake views to the carefully appointed amenities, this residential enclave is designed to turn those seemingly lofty New Year’s ambitions into a daily reality. For those looking to become more physically active, Reynolds offers 90 weekly fitness classes and includes 21 miles of walking trails, a state-of-the-art wellness center, and award-winning tennis facility. Culinarians will enjoy 10 unique restaurants with fairway and lake views along with annual festivals, educational opportunities, and an evolving series of food and beverage events and tastings. Working professionals will benefit from custom home builds featuring the latest in fully automated smart technology. Geared toward the current live, work, and play-from-home culture, these features are the Reynolds standard, creating a lifestyle that blends a fully accessible outdoor paradise with modern innovation. Golf-lovers wanting to up their game have 117 holes to discover across six world-class courses along with The Kingdom at Reynolds Lake Oconee, one of two TaylorMade Kingdoms in the world. Nearly 4,000 Members from all parts of the country have also discovered Reynolds’ other features that make it a desirable place to call home – access to The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee; the Sandy Creek Sporting Grounds; six swimming pools; and four full-service marinas to facilitate a variety of watersports. Start the year off with a fresh perspective — learn more at ReynoldsLakeOconee.com. Visit Website

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 02, 2021

Motor Mansions: Tampa Bay Treasures to Keep in Tom Brady'...

A luxurious lifestyle is complete with large homes on premium landscape, high-end supercars, exotic race cars, and state-of-the-art watercraft. 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 Tampa Bay on a property previously owned by Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady. This mansion is complete 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 (Image Source: Smith & Associates Real Estate / Stephen Gay Group) Address: 58 Bahama Circle, Tampa, Florida 33606 Square Footage: 21,796 sqft Bedroom/Bathrooms: 7/16 Garage: Attached Water Access: Dock Slips and Jet Ski Lifts Price: $29,000,000 View duPont REGISTRY Homes Listing For the Garage 2020 Bentley Continental GT W12 duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Dimmitt Automotive Group Condition: 2,959 miles Engine: Twin-Turbo 12-Cylinder Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 626hp/664ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 3.3 Seconds Price: $249,900 View Bentley of Tampa Bay Inventory 2021 Porsche Taycan Turbo S duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Porsche of South Orlando Condition: New Motor: Electric Range: 192 miles Battery-Only Performance: 616hp/774ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 4.8 Seconds Price: $203,440 View Porsche of South Orlando Inventory 2020 Ferrari 812 Superfast duPont REGISTRY Dealership: Ferrari of Tampa Bay Condition: 982 miles Engine: Naturally Aspirated V12 Engine Displacement: Front Engine Performance: 788hp/530ft-lbs Torque 0-60 Time: 2.8 Seconds Price: $419,985 View Ferrari of Tampa Bay Inventory For the Dock 2020 Ocean Alexander 112' Denison Yacht Sales Dealership: Denison Yacht Sales Length: 112ft Engine: MTU Engine Performance: TBD Price: $14,500,000 View Denison Yacht Sales Inventory For more Mansions & Motors, Check out Mansions and Motors: A 50-Foot Yacht & Fast Cars Finish this Presidential Florida Waterfront Estate

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