"The 10 largest homes for sale in the US right now"
From The Real Deal:
Small homes may continue to rise in popularity, but bigger will
always be better for the most luxurious end of the real estate market.
When your budget has no bounds, you can afford endless space for you, your family and your helicopter.
Whether you’ve been dreaming of your own villa near Hollywood or a
remote castle in upstate New York, these truly grand estates have earned
their spot on the list of the ten biggest houses currently for sale in
the United States.
1. Deluxe lakeside compound
$19,800,000
63,000 sq ft
It’s two magnificent estates for the price of one in this
jaw-dropping compound on the shores of scenic Lake Winnipesaukee in the
quaint town of Alton, New Hampshire. Between these two properties,
you’ll enjoy 12 bedrooms and a combined total of 63,000-square-feet.
Your commute to either home can be whatever you choose, thanks to the
on-site helicopter pad and multiple docks. (Those traveling by luxury
car will simply enjoy the drive in from the gated entrance and through
six acres of manicured lawns.)
Though built for year-round enjoyment, certain features stand out for
milder months of the year, like the stone amphitheater, an infinity
pool with grotto and the tennis court. For those who plan on hosting
many get-togethers, you have a 7,655-square-foot reproduction
post-and-beam barn specifically built for entertaining. There’s also one
of the most charming features we’ve ever come across: A private
lakeside tea house.
2. High drama in the desert
$8,599,000
52,000 sq ft
Set against panoramic views of Camelback Mountain and metro Phoenix,
this 14-bedroom, 23-bathroom estate gives you 52,000-square-feet to
customize to your own taste. That’s because this luxury property is
being sold as-is — which means you can consider this a massive blank
slate for limitless creativity.
Though some features would be in need of updating (for instance, the
great room appears to have popcorn ceiling tiles), some are worth
keeping, like the amethyst stone fireplace in the guest house, the
imported marble throughout the home and the herringbone floors. Sporty
types will also appreciate the racquetball court and his-and-hers locker
rooms. Overall, it’s an intriguing project for the right owners.
3. Secluded Spanish villa in Los Angeles
$75,000,000
40,000 sq ft
A cool $75 million doesn’t just get you a 40,000-square-foot mansion
with 8 bedrooms, 21 bathrooms, a recording studio, outdoor movie screen,
a wine cellar and tasting room. It gets you an unthinkable amount of
privacy thanks to some very specific features: An underground auto
gallery, an indoor saltwater lap pool, an indoor basketball court that
doubles as a grand ballroom, your own full service salon complete with a
wellness center and a movie theater complete with a candy wall. Though
you could very well never leave the house thanks to these features,
you’re not far from civilization. The Los Angeles estate is close to the
Hotel Bel-Air, and is in close proximity to Brentwood, Beverly Hills
and West Hollywood.
And jumping ahead:
7. French facade in Los Angeles
$85,000,000
35,000 sq ft
Los Angeles is home to an unusual amount of super-sized estates.
However, while you might frequently see similar features (after all, a
private screening room is a necessity in the movie capital of the world)
no two mansions are exactly alike. This 10-bedroom, 14-bathroom,
35,000-square-foot estate takes its architectural cues from a variety of
places to unique effect.
The exterior is tres French with many of the interior spaces riffing
on the extravagant Chateau theme. Yet, you’ll also find a Turkish hammam
and a Moroccan-inspired room on-site. Though the interior piles on the
details, the grounds were designed with a little more restraint.
Fountains, a sleek pool and a swan pond make for a lovely walk around
the grounds as you soak in the city views.
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