$ 19,995,000

VILLA VENDOME |1917, Frank Meline, Italian Renaissance Villa In The Palladian style expanded to approx 11,000 SF, on a massive 3/4 acre lot. Meticulously updated inside & out by Plus Development & AD100's Jake Arnold in a highly bespoke style with an extraordinary aesthetic; retaining much of the original detail but thoroughly bringing it up to contemporary standards in design & functionality with superb execution. One of a kind compound with large side motor court, multiple structures - gym, garage, guesthouse with a 75' swimmers pool & spa. The main floor with 12 & 13 foot ceilings consists of a large foyer - featuring Breccia de Vendome marble casements, limestone floors, formal living room with fireplace, original crown molding, french doors, library with bleached mahogany bookcases, the home office with original paneled walls and french doors to a private garden. Kitchen banquet is fully equipped with LaCanche restaurant-grade gas stove/ovens, secondary chefs-grade kitchen adjacent. Step down into the grand scale dining room with a double facing fireplace separating the sun room, a favorite room for many with 3 window walls looking into the rear garden, equipped with auto shades. Second floor with 5 fully ensuite bedrooms - the primary bedroom is located at the western wing taking full advantage of the rear garden exposure - automated window coverings, fireplace, art TV and large patio overlooking the massive grassy rear yard. 3rd level is a flexible space perfect as a suite or playroom with a secret sleeping/reading loft, full bathroom and additional storage. The cinema and adjacent speakeasy are located on the lower level with another powder room, laundry facilities and more storage. Outside off the motor court is a 2 car garage, Pool bath, second floor fully self contained Guest Apartment and a separate gym overlooking the pool. On the south side is the outdoor dining lanai, firepit and spa.