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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 – August 17, 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/CDwFViDgtU0/ Less than a year old and built by a local craftsman, this extravagant custom home radiates luxury in ALL the details. Situated on the picturesque 11.82 acres, this 4,700+-square-foot Craftsman is absolutely breathtaking. From the stone columned, gas lamp lit, private, gated entry to the long paved path, this property exemplifies pure excellence from the entrance! Board and batten, cement plank exterior with cedar-lined column front porch, with perfectly positioned farm style lighting. Double wood glass doors open to the grand 12-foot ceiling shiplap foyer. 13-foot cedar-wrapped beams are just the beginning of the carefully crafted living room, ordained with coffered beams, floor-to-ceiling windows, custom-built shelving framing the large stone 100-year-old white oak mantle and wood-burning fireplace. Exquisite formal dining room with no detail abandoned opens to the kitchen dreams are made of! Slow close recessed lit white shaker style custom cabinetry with inserts/pull-outs. Triple antiqued brass hood pendants line the over-sized centered bar-island. White porcelain farmhouse sink, counter-to-ceiling windows, LG stainless appliances and Thor stovetop/double oven. White backsplash subway tile with herringbone tray featuring over the stovetop pot filler and coffered beam ceiling with beadboard perimeter. Additional walk-in sliding door pantry for increased dry good storage. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CDweksBhNKo/ Wellington Farm: an amazing property on 77.34 acres that was established as one of the best equestrian facilities around, and still is. But, you do not have to be an equestrian to own this property. The potential with your imagination is limitless. All enthusiasts come forward. Horse lovers, animal lovers, collectors, wedding venue, events venue, sports venue, farmers, lease the barn, B&B;, etc. Nothing has been left out. Just when you think you have seen it all, there's more! House, apartment, detached garage, shooting range, open land, grow your own hay, barn, arenas and pastures, oh my! Reach out today for a brochure to see all that this property has to offer. When scheduling your tour, please plan a window of time to view this beautiful establishment. There is so much to see, admire and learn about the infinite details that went into creating this masterpiece. We are so excited to have you and look forward to sharing this experience with you. Dreams do come true! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CDuF7DzAJ7z/ Gated French Provincial estate, a palatial mansion. Designed and built by world-renowned Joe Brennan. The Bridle Path-Canada’s home to the most discerning. Central zen courtyard road. Great room with soaring 14-foot ceilings. Floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of the lush domain. Finest in luxury with extensive transitional millwork and attention to detail. Master retreat with office, his and hers dressing rooms, multiple Juliette balconies, fireplace and ten-piece ensuite and awesome exercise wing. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CD4ZDHngG8X/ A truly magnificent estate-type property on the pristine shores of Lake Winnipesaukee with 679 feet of water frontage and an oversized boathouse. Enjoy the beautifully maintained privacy of 16+ acres on two lots that boast woods and natural stone walls, trails and a well on the back lot, where a guest house or a barn could be built. Around the private house are beautiful perennial gardens and natural landscape, patios, a grand stairway to the water, decks, sandy private swimming and deep water for boating and diving. Sit in the outdoor hot tub with a gas fireplace for ambiance. Architecturally designed custom home was built to take advantage of the long, sublime views with a bow front to follow the contour of the point of land it graces. Open floor plan, a cook's kitchen that has a climate-controlled wine room in it and a screened living porch with a summer kitchen and a stone pizza oven, and heat for those chilly nights. An amazing first-floor master bedroom suite, a mezzanine with three more bedrooms. There are four fireplaces, a lower-level family room with a second kitchen. Unfinished space above the garage that has a plan designed for an apartment and there is a seven-bedroom septic tank on the property, so it can be added anytime. Woodlands neighborhood is highly desired for its West Alton location, large lots, a low Alton tax rate and close to all the Gilford amenities like skiing at Gunstock Ski area, shopping, theater and restaurants. There is no better place to escape with your family and enjoy the outdoors in safe New Hampshire than this. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CD112W_AK0R/ Welcome to the city of Bloomfield Hills and its award-winning architectural masterpiece located inside the private Hidden Ridge Community. Experience the unique charm of over 8,000 square feet of French estate amenities and ultimate entertaining spaces that luxuriate into a sumptuous lifestyle. Enjoy your sense of security and privacy on your 1.5+ acre parcel that showcases breathtaking views of your grand pool and tennis court, magnificent stonework, brick-paved patios and enchanting gardens. Steps inside your inviting home, you'll find a beautiful double spiral staircase, opulent marble throughout, lavish entertaining rooms, a remarkable dining room, and a gourmet eat-in kitchen that showcases premium appliances, countertops and flooring. Your magnificent estate also includes a four-car garage, a finished basement, a movie theater, sauna, steam showers, five bedrooms, six bathrooms and nearby amenities such as close distance to award-winning schools, restaurants, country clubs and much more! View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – August 14, 2020

Prestigious Cliffside Mansion with Unsurpassed Waterfront...

By Linde Hyder - Bar Harbor is a magical place where ocean cliffs and rocky beaches, glacier-formed lakes and valleys, mountain vistas and lush green forests capture the imagination. Located on Mount Desert Island—50 miles from Bangor International Airport—this celebrated vacation destination presents a picturesque setting filled with a rich history, diverse culture and small-town charm. Acadia National Park, recognized as one of the most visited national parks in the U.S., is nearby and offers miles of paved paths punctuated with stone-faced bridges as well as Cadillac Mountain, which is the highest point on the eastern seaboard. A summer mecca for visitors from around the world, Bar Harbor harkens back to the Golden Age when distinguished American families like the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers and Kennedys established grand summer “cottages” throughout the area. Inspired by these iconic cottages that grace Maine’s coastline, “Eastern Watch” welcomes you to experience a vacation wonderland that many can only dream about. Perfectly positioned high on a cliff overlooking Frenchman Bay, this striking estate commands 3.68 acres with views so magnificent, they will take your breath away. Built in 1995 and remastered in 2006, the four-bedroom main house capitalizes on the spectacular natural beauty of its surroundings with soaring ceilings and an abundance of windows. Friendly gatherings will surely focus in the three-story grand room, where a wood-beamed ceiling and granite fireplace present an inviting ambiance. Casual elegance best describes the dining room, with its unique octagonal ceiling and panoramic vistas. The view-inspired kitchen is outfitted with ample storage and workspace and a sun-dappled breakfast nook. Entertaining flows effortlessly outside to an expansive 130-foot granite and bluestone terrace overlooking the waterfront splendor. Passing cruise ships and whale-watching boats provide a unique backdrop for outdoor parties, further enhanced by an outdoor kitchen, granite fireplace and numerous conversation areas. The upstairs master suite presents a peaceful retreat for owners with fabulous views in the cozy lounging area and in the luxurious bathroom, outfitted with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Additional guest accommodations are found in the separate carriage house comprising a two-bedroom apartment with a children’s bunk room and play loft. View Listing Steve SheltonAcadia Realty Groupsteve@acadiarealtygroup.com(207) 667-7423 | (207) 460-4233www.acadiarealtygroup.com

By Alyssa Mammano – August 14, 2020

The Best Luxury Furniture Sets for Your Mansion's Living ...

High-end homes are often constructed by a top-tier team of designers, builders and craftsmen utilizing quality materials of the highest caliber. Designer textiles, imported woods and stones, and luxury fixtures are keynotes within estate properties. Furnishings of a parallel caliber are essential to complete the design of a sophisticated mansion. The pieces displayed here are built by artisans from plush fabrics and solid woods, with hand-carved designs and unmatched attention to detail. Bernadette Livingston Furniture LLC Modern-Day Palace Collection Stunning master bedroom from Bernadette Livingston Furniture LLC's exclusive modern-day palace collection, hand-crafted by artisans who are among the world's most talented. The hand-made carvings make this bedroom set plush and royal in designing. With beautifully styled top and base, this charming furniture piece, certainly, promises to add a majestic modern style to the décor. Purchase for $19,916.12 Maggiolini Luxury Living Room Set by European Furniture 100% Mahogany solid wood with frames that are reinforced with Mahogany solid wood and corner blocks throughout for strength and rigidity. 100% hand-carved and handcrafted, inlay burl veneer on the side of sofa and loveseat. Seat cushions (reversible) are made up of a high resiliency foam that is wrapped with low-mil Dacron. Upholstered with fine polyester on body and motif jacquard fabric for seat cushion. Pillows included as pictured. Purchase for $12,994.00 Enloe 4 Piece Living Room Set This living room set brings the influence of European antiques to life with traditional carvings, detailed looping, and gorgeous antique finish. The hand-applied finish enhances the beauty of the detailed woodwork and carvings. It features cabriole legs and covered with luxury upholstery. It will surely bring true splendor into your home. Purchase for $9,999.99 European Furniture Serena 3pc Livingroom Set in Antique Silver Manufacturer of luxury sofa sets and dining sets, all handcrafted and hand-carved. With value in mind, each European Furniture style utilizes time-tested construction techniques. All luxury sofa sets and masterpiece dining furniture are made from 100% Mahogany solid wood and 100% handcrafted and carved. Aall Conner glue and screw, upholstered fine fabrics and leathers, also hi-density foam. Whether your tastes are trendy or timeless, European Furniture has a wide selection of the most luxurious sofas and dining sets that you can not find anywhere else. Purchase for $9,994.00 ACME Versailles 3pc Living Room Set in Grey The Versailles collection with a bone white finish will create an elegant, warm and traditional taste in your living room. ACME Furniture started doing business in Los Angeles, California in 1985. Today, they have six branches located in Woodside, New York, Dayton, New Jersey, Atlanta, Georgia, Miami, Florida, Dallas, Texas, and San Francisco, California, and one distribution center located in Phoenix, Arizona. From the beginning, the company has set out to provide customers with service, value and quality. Purchase for $8,502.90 HD-372 Living Room Set By Homey Design The beautiful designs of this traditionally styled living room set will create a sophisticated look for your formal living room. The elaborately carved wood frame wraps the curves along the top of the seat back and the bottom of the frame, while hand-carved hardwood legs offer support and added detail. Padded rolled arms provide added comfort while the luxurious floral patterned fabric adds to the traditional style of the piece. Purchase for $5,500.00 Brown Cherry 3 Piece Sofa Set Homey Design has been in business for over 15 years as a wholesaler of high-quality home furnishings and décor to the retail trade. The company has been known for its distinctive, high-quality and luxurious living room sets that make a grand statement in every home they rest in. Homey Design thrives to provide stunning quality with amazing value. Purchase for $5,369.99 Traditional Luxury Formal Living Room Set Black & Silver Carved Accents The Rosa antique style formal living room set is made using solid mahogany. The set epitomizes traditional elegance and is extremely durable. Intricately carved wood accents in a rich black and silver finish adorn the set that is sure to make heads turn. This set is a must-have if you are looking to furnish your room in a traditional style. Style your living space with this beautifully designed sofa. Purchase for $3,799.00 Traditional Luxury Formal Living Room Set Carved Mahogany Antique Gold Finish Exquisitely crafted with exposed wooden frames, the Roxanne Living Room Set makes for a mesmerizing furniture set that's sure to astound even the most particular of interior décor connoisseurs. Lush upholstery, judicious detailing and intricate patterns are the hallmarks of this stunning collection. The Roxanne Living Room Set leaves an indelible impression and is sure to escalate the luxury of your home décor. Purchase for $3,399.00 Giza Living Room Set (Dark Blue) by ESF One of our latest finds, this modern fabric Giza Living Room Collection by ESF Furniture has quickly become a top seller. Stylish and comfortable, it will bring luxury to any room. European Style Furniture is committed to bringing American homes the best in European designed furnishings at a price made in the good old USA. Back in 1996, three friends started their business with a simple goal in mind - to search the world to bring their customers the best. Purchase for $2,584.14 Showcase Your Luxury Home Furnishings with duPont REGISTRY

By Alyssa Mammano – August 13, 2020

Home of the Day: Iconic Ski Mountain Mansion

Location: Park City, Utah Address: 8557 N Promontory Ridge Price: $6,850,000 Bedrooms: 7 bedrooms Bathrooms: 5 total bathrooms Square Feet: 8,230 total square feet View Listing Over $150,000 in new landscaping enhancements was added to this refined mountain retreat in the prestigious promontory of the Ranch Club. Renown Otto-Walker designed and Don Craig built. Unobstructed mountain and ski slope views from all areas of this home. Over 2,700 square feet of outdoor deck and patio living space. Seven bedroom suites with private bathrooms. Terraced nine-seat theater room powered by Control 4 AV System. Thirteen additional flat-screen TVs throughout. Five fireplaces. Bunk-room extraordinaire. Steam and sauna, elevator, hot tub. Radiant floor heat combined with gas forced air. Central air conditioning. The coolest of cool family/game rooms complete with fully-equipped wet bar and second kitchen, climate-controlled glass wine cellar. Double laundry areas. Heated four-car garage complete with car lift for stacking one’s priceless toys, fully epoxied and drained floor. Dog run and full dog bath. Circular driveway and porte-cochere. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – August 11, 2020

Home of the Day: $40 Million Los Altos Hills Estate

Location: Los Altos Hills, California Address: 27500 La Vida Real Price: $39,998,000 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms Bathrooms: 12 total bathrooms Square Feet: 20,982 total square feet View Listing The long driveway entices you toward the arched beam portico that only hints at the magnificence within. This five-bedroom, seven full and five half bath residence of 20,982 square feet (per county) rests on more than eight acres (per county) of resort-like grounds. Globally-inspired architecture, flawless construction by an award-winning builder, the finest selection of materials, finishes and technology and exquisite interior and landscape design create spaces that are both inspiring and comfortable. From its sumptuous master suite, supremely appointed kitchens and indoor pool under retractable skylights, to its 15-seat theater, 3,000-bottle capacity wine cellar and comprehensive home automation, this haven offers every conceivable amenity. A separate office structure is amply-outfitted to host executive-level meetings and serve other business needs. As much as an heirloom to be cherished as a place to call home, this prestigious estate is surrounded by verdant views and is just minutes from all the major Silicon Valley tech companies, Sand Hill Road VCs, top-10 ranked California schools, major airports and central to the best of Bay Area attractions. View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – August 10, 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/CDejf1yg4NX/ Absolutely epic east coast modern traditional with a premier location in guard-gated Hidden Hills. Newer construction masterpiece ideally set on over an acre with complete privacy! Designed and built with the highest level finishes throughout. Tremendous open-concept floor plan providing every amenity and feature desired. Features include a grand two-story entry, state-of-the-art theater, bonus/game room with wet bar, glass-enclosed temperature-controlled wine room, elevator, beautiful office/library and a spectacular double island chef’s kitchen with two pantries and top-of-the-line commercial-grade appliances. Upstairs, there are three large secondary ensuite bedrooms and an incredible master suite. The grounds are simply breathtaking! There is a rare detached one-bedroom guest house, amazing large covered patio with outdoor kitchen, custom pool and spa and massive manicured lawns all surrounded by impressive mature landscape. Other features include a smart home system, pocket doors, four-car garage, two laundry rooms, mudroom and much more. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CDhCEzIAbta/ Immaculate custom estate perfectly situated on the 14th green of the Isleworth Country Club. This Isleworth mansion features an exquisite transitional, contemporary and timeless interior, beautiful golf views and plenty of space for perfect family gatherings. The unparalleled grand open floor plan greets you with a massive soaring two-story foyer and living room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular golf front views. Entertain friends and family in the fully equipped theatre or the generous summer kitchen area complimented by an expansive private pool and spa. Retreat and relax in the elaborate main floor master suite complete with a spectacular marble bathroom featuring deluxe spa, extensive his and hers vanity, multiple showers, a very generous closet and a private terrace to the spa. Create the ultimate atmosphere for entertaining in the formal dining room or al fresco dining in the covered lanai and extensive terraces. This magnificent home and its unique hand-selected finishes include artisan-crafted cabinetry, grand marble stairs, wood and marble floors, exquisite door frames, unique chandeliers, a formal study with custom fireplace, a spectacular home office, an additional second-floor master bedroom, a five-car garage: two of which have been converted to flex study/office/playroom areas (can be converted back), elevator, plenty of private outdoor space and basketball hoop. This picturesque home site is move-in ready! View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CDmXYrvJa6a/ Coeur d’Alene lake living at its finest with The Driftwood. Two extraordinary year-round living lake homes, one as primary, completed remodeled with 6,029 square feet, five bedrooms and one guest house with nearly 3,000 square feet. Two docks, three lifts for all your watercraft. Incredible 180-degree panoramic lake views with southern exposure. A WOW home for making memories with all the friends and family. Boasting a combined 1.68 acres and 250 feet of waterfront with level grass, outdoor living spaces timelessly designed by Fullerton architects. Ask for a detail features list. For the true connoisseur of life. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CDq8_iHlSgt/ Bar Harbor is a magical place where ocean cliffs and rocky beaches, glacier-formed lakes and valleys, mountain vistas and lush green forests capture the imagination. Located on Mount Desert Island—50 miles from Bangor International Airport—this celebrated vacation destination presents a picturesque setting filled with a rich history, diverse culture and small-town charm. Acadia National Park, recognized as one of the most visited national parks in the U.S., is nearby and offers miles of paved paths punctuated with stone-faced bridges as well as Cadillac Mountain, which is the highest point on the eastern seaboard. A summer mecca for visitors from around the world, Bar Harbor harkens back to the Golden Age when distinguished American families like the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers and Kennedys established grand summer “cottages” throughout the area. Inspired by these iconic cottages that grace Maine’s coastline, “Eastern Watch” welcomes you to experience a vacation wonderland that many can only dream about. Perfectly positioned high on a cliff overlooking Frenchman Bay, this striking estate commands 3.68 acres with views so magnificent, they will take your breath away. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CDcEbKdgcs8/ One of the most dramatic golf course and city light views in the Upper Canyon of Silverleaf. A tree-lined private drive leads to this stunning ranch hacienda estate, perfectly positioned on an elevated, south-facing hillside lot. Automated sliding doors blend the indoor and outdoor living spaces with ease, home theatre, large fenced grass area and separate guest casita create a resort-like feel. The spacious and dramatic outdoor entertaining area includes an infinity pool, water and fire features, built-in patio heaters, outdoor kitchen and dining room. Unparalleled views of the city, golf course, and mountain preserve make this estate a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of Arizona living. View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – August 05, 2020

Home of the Day: Golf Course Estate Home with Immaculate ...

Location: Windermere, Florida Address: 5507 Worsham Court Price: $5,959,000 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms Bathrooms: 9 total bathrooms Square Feet: 10,200 total square feet View Listing Immaculate custom estate perfectly situated on the 14th green of the Isleworth Country Club. This Isleworth mansion features an exquisite transitional, contemporary and timeless interior, beautiful golf views and plenty of space for perfect family gatherings. The unparalleled grand open floor plan greets you with a massive, soaring two-story foyer and living room featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular golf-front views. Entertain friends and family in the fully-equipped theatre or the generous summer kitchen area complimented by an expansive private pool and spa. Retreat and relax in the elaborate main floor master suite, complete with a spectacular marble bathroom featuring deluxe spa, extensive his and hers vanity, multiple showers, a very generous closet and a private terrace to the spa. Create the ultimate atmosphere for entertaining in the formal dining room or al fresco dining in the covered lanai and extensive terraces. This magnificent home and its unique hand-selected finishes include artisan-crafted cabinetry, grand marble stairs, wood and marble floors, exquisite door frames, unique chandeliers, a formal study with custom fireplace, a spectacular home office, an additional second-floor master bedroom, a five-car garage: two of which have been converted to flex study/office/playroom areas (can be converted back), elevator, plenty of private outdoor space and basketball hoop. This picturesque home site is move-in ready! View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – July 28, 2020

Home of the Day: Entertainer's Dream Home with Basketball...

Location: Westlake Village, California Address: 940 Candlecrest Drive Price: $7,995,000 Bedrooms: 5 bedrooms Bathrooms: 7 total bathrooms Square Feet: 15,815 total square feet View Listing The ultimate Westlake Village View estate! An awe-inspiring contemporary Mediterranean atop 2.3 privately gated acres in the prestigious, guard-gated North Ranch Country Club Estates. World-class amenities and quality finishes throughout. Expanded and remodeled with magnificent taste and detail. Interior features include an amazing one-of-a-kind indoor full court basketball/sports gym. In addition, there is a separate guest house, newer state-of-the-art theater, grand two-story entry, gourmet double-island kitchen, library, professional gym and much more. The resort-quality grounds are sensational and truly second to none. A newer massive infinity-edge pool boasts dual slides, water features, and spa. There is also a tremendous covered outdoor kitchen, low-maintenance manicured turf, viewing decks, sunken trampoline and more, all with complete privacy and unobstructed panoramic views. Other amenities include newer indoor and outdoor security cameras, Smart home technology and an expansive solar system. A true one-of-a-kind masterpiece View Listing Have an incredible property to share with our audience?Click below Showcase Your Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – July 27, 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/CC_JxlIA-yT/ Rare opportunity to reside in what is true perfection in this impeccably designed estate. Enter the surreal property through private gates to the majestic circular entry, only to once again be in awe as you enter to view the grand double staircase. From there, each turn is inspired by soothing tones of white and linen, with soaring windows overlooking the serene lake, pool and mature tree-lined picturesque property. As the spaces flow seamlessly from each comfortable and inviting room to another, no detail has been missed: glistening lighting and soft, yet bold finishes are at every turn. Even more impressive is the function of the home boasting an elevator, five bedroom suites, full guest apartment complete with kit, walk-in closet and bath. The master suite rivals any 5-star hotel with sitting area, morning bar and massive his and hers closets. Full walkout with an additional kit, billiard, work out, craft and family rooms are an entertainers delight, which is the home's ambition with an outdoor kit, sport court, fire pit and five-car garage. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CC_joZxAN5X/ Once you experience golden hour at Woodenshoe Ranch, you will look forward to it with anticipation. The house is sited perfectly on approximately 40 acres of flat, grassy meadows with 360-degree views of Hoyt’s Peak, the foothills and stands of cottonwoods. The Weber River serves as the Ranch’s north boundary. The pond brings an abundance of waterfowl and wildlife to your doorstep. The house was completely remodeled in 2016 with contemporary elements while maintaining the integrity and feel of the original ranch house. No expense was spared in the level of finishes, light fixtures, ash wide-plank floor, custom cabinetry, appliances, state-of-the-art control systems and media. As you make your way down the half-mile private lane, past the pastures and barns, the house and pond come into view, making the tranquility and privacy of the ranch readily apparent. The moment you drive onto the property you will feel it. It is real and rare, it is relaxing and rejuvenating, it is authentic and pure. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CDEVDI5n45P/ Lakeshore paradise! Gated 2.87 acres of privacy nestled within vineyards creating a waterfront estate like no other! Custom home designed to take in the spectacular setting and magnificent views of the lake with 150 fee of crystal-clear lake frontage. Quality resonates in the craftsmanship and design, offering over 4,400 square feet of luxury living in Lake Country. Multiple access points to the outdoor spaces, patios and decks embracing a relaxed Okanagan lifestyle living. Impressive exterior with Kettle Valley Stone, extensive rock landscaping walls with lush foliage. Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, Pella windows, coffered ceilings and exceptional mood lighting throughout. Stunning kitchen with two islands, custom cherry wood cabinetry, granite counters. Main floor master with spa-like ensuite bath captures amazing views. Lower walk-out level has a spacious recreation room, full wet bar, theatre room with tiered seating and additional bedrooms. Attached triple garage, plus a detached double and workshop. Separate guest suite bedroom and bath with access to private patio. Licensed boat dock with 9,00-pound lift and deep moorage. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CC8-rDRnCE3/ Extraordinary shingle-style waterfront with breathtaking Chatham Harbor and Atlantic Ocean views. Dramatically positioned on the east coast of Cape Cod, this stunning 11-room manse is superbly designed and crafted with intelligence, grace and luxury to offer shelter of the highest order. An expansive open floor plan captures nature’s panoramic and ever-changing coastal views. Flawlessly and luxuriously executed, it features high, coffered ceilings, walls of windows, luscious millwork, rich architectural detailing, and top-line finishes, fixtures, appliances and systems throughout. The living area, with imported fireplace surround and adjoining dining area, form the home’s centerpiece, physically and visually opening to an extensive porch overseeing ocean’s majesty beyond. This central area is anchored by an expansive fireplaced drawing room and wood-paneled study to the west, and a fabulous gourmet kitchen to the east. The second level features a bookcase-lined landing and sitting area, an opulent master bedroom suite and a second bedroom ensuite. The walk-out lower level hosts two generous ensuite bedrooms, while guest quarters with private entry above the two-car garage, comfortably accommodate extended family and guests. All major rooms enjoy fabulous front-row views of Chatham Harbor and the Atlantic. Systems throughout are of prime quality, including an 11-zone hot water heating and central air conditioning system with individual room air handlers. Abutting conservation land, the grounds are adorned with towering trees and flowering coastal gardens and lawns surrounding a natural stone-lined pool and adjacent pool house. Unparalleled luxury with a front-row seat to nature. View Listing https://www.instagram.com/p/CC6eLE4AO-U/ Only a matter of steps away from the private back yard is the Cross Camp Trail that traverses the community and leads to wonders near and far. Inside, however, is a five-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home that holds its own appeals. Kitchen countertops are marble, while appliances include GE Monogram and Blue Star. Flooring is primarily stone and tile, while the master bedroom is carpeted. Decking is cedar, ceilings are vaulted and the surrounding landscape is mature and includes drip irrigation. View Listing

By Alyssa Mammano – July 24, 2020

Matt Damon Shuts Down Entire NYC Street to Move into Luxu...

All who tried passing through the area of The Standish residences on Tuesday of last week were surely made aware of movie star Matt Damon moving into his new luxury penthouse. According to Page Six, Damon reportedly closed down the entire block and had a 14-story crane parked in the street to move in his furniture to the 11th and 12th floors and trees to his rooftop terrace. Damon purchased the penthouse for $16.5 million in 2018 in what was the priciest Brooklyn apartment sale at the time. The 6,000-square foot unit at the top of the Beaux Arts building known as The Standish still bears the original brick and limestone facade. The Standish, originally the Standish Arms Hotel, was designed by Frank S. Lowe and built in 1903. It was reimagined by DDG and Westbrook Properties and hit the market as limited luxury condominiums in 2016. The units feature high-end upgrades, including tall ceilings, wide Austrian Oak flooring, Italian Cararra marble countertops, custom cabinetry, Fantini natural brass fixtures and high-efficiency climate control. The residences also offer amenities including concierge and doorman services, a fitness studio and a playroom. The lobby is clad in marble and gold. The Standish is the highest building in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood, offering unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor and the bridges. View Listings for The Standish Photography via The Corcoran Group

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