Description

Casa de Muchas Flores, designed by legendary architect Henry H DuPont, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This extraordinary 2.6 acre Mediterranean Revival waterfront manor is the definition of timeless luxury and elegance. Lined by noble oaks with canopy limbs, a long, gated meandering driveway opens to a majestic, one-of-a-kind 9932 sqft palatial estate with spectacular architectural elements, lushly manicured grounds, and sweeping views of the intracoastal waterway. This remarkable multi-structure residential compound gleams with ludowici tri-color terracotta barrel tile roofs, rich marble floors, hand-made wrought iron fixtures, impressive arches, superior plaster finishes, Pecky Cypress ceilings and dazzling decorative tile work. The sophistication and precision of original custom woodwork is unprecedented in the Tampa Bay area. Enter the distinguished great room and see its towering ceilings, rich marble columns, immense marble fireplace and soaring stain glass windows. Step down to the beautiful loggia opening to the tranquil rear courtyard. The large custom-built and well-equipped gourmet kitchen boasts beautiful woodworking, spacious island prep center and a fabulous butler’s pantry. A stately formal dining room with fireplace and volume windows, overlooks the grounds, as does the sunroom with palladium windows. Large family room with granite fireplace, wetbar area and coffered ceilings, opens to your expansive back yard. Overlooking the great room and courtyard, the grand interior balcony leads to the Owner’s Wing. Separate owner’s baths feature lavish marble finishes, elegant glass shower enclosures, jetted spa tub & much more. Separate his and and her closet systems feature a pampering woman’s boudoir with views of the property. A 3rd level, 600sqft artist studio provides panoramic views of the backyard. Guest Wing features 2 oversized bedroom suites with exceptional views of the grounds, while the Family Wing includes 2 large bedroom suites with terrific dressing rooms. Apartment-size staff quarters has a separate entrance. Your graceful courtyard transitions to beautiful grounds that are 200ft wide, with commanding views of the waterfront. 1200sqft waterfront entertaining cabana house includes pre-plumbed kitchen and guest room with pool bath. The prodigious 2800sqft pool house was the filming location of the Academy Award winning motion picture ‘Cocoon.’ So much to see. A rare architectural treasure!,

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