Palm Beach, Florida, United States
In 1930, architect Maurice Fatio was tasked with designing ‘Il Palmetto’, a remarkable estate spanning approximately 5.46 acres from the ocean to the lake. Years later, Fairfax and Sammons executed a thorough four-year restoration of this Italian Renaissance-style mansion, ensuring its architectural features were preserved. The outcome is a truly unique estate in Palm Beach. The main building comprises several pavilions linked by cloisters, starting with a grand two-story entrance hall. The highlight of the house is the living room, which boasts a 16th-century carved ceiling and stunning sunset views over Lake Worth framed by the architecture. For formal gatherings, there is a dining room adorned with shield-decorated ceilings. The main floor also includes a chef’s kitchen with custom appliances, a butler’s pantry, a family room, a theater, a billiards room, a library, an office, and a pavilion, all wrapped around a charming courtyard and fountain. An outdoor loggia connects this inner area to a spacious swimming pool with dark blue tiles. On the second floor, you’ll find the master bedroom suite alongside three guest bedrooms. The ground level features a remarkable 20,000-bottle carved limestone wine cellar, an exercise area with a spa, a second wine cellar with a capacity for 1,000 more bottles, and a Moroccan room ideal for exquisite indoor/outdoor entertaining. The main house is equipped with two elevators and includes two extra bedrooms within the staff quarters. The decor inside emanates a distinct lightness and elegance, contributing to a peaceful vibe. The estate is fortified with hurricane-resistant bronze windows and doors, along with concealed modern technology systems that can be managed via a smartphone. A private underground passage beneath A1A leads to a beach house with two bedrooms and three bathrooms, featuring a kitchen and a cozy sitting area that overlooks an infinity-edge pool merging seamlessly with the Atlantic’s turquoise waters. A seawall provides protection and offers stairs for beach access. Additionally, the lakefront boathouse comes equipped with two modern motorized boat lifts and includes a two-bedroom, two-bathroom guest apartment above. The property is currently on the market for $137,000,000 with realtor Cristina Condon.
