HOUSE OF THE WEEK

Custom-built estate sits on 3.5 acres within preserve

 

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This custom-built, impeccably maintained, Mediterranean-style estate is tucked away on 3.5 acres in the gated community of Hicks Estates. Nestled within a nature preserve, this home offers complete privacy within a sanctuary of mature, tropical palms and oak trees. Featuring five bedrooms, five full baths and two half baths, an expansive master suite, sitting area and walk-in closets, the home is further enhanced with volume ceilings, marble floors, custom built-ins, high-impact glass windows and French-style doors.

Additionally, the home has a library, gym, media room, built-in generator and safe room for hurricanes. Chefs will swoon for the double-island kitchen featuring custom cabinets, granite countertops and top-of-the-line appliances.

Ideal for entertaining, this home features a huge covered terrace, private pond, pool and spa, circular driveway, 7,000-square-foot composite wood patio and three-car garage. The separate 6,000-square-foot garage can accommodate a motor home and 12 cars. The property has room to build basketball and tennis courts.

This estate is offered at $3,500,000. For more information, call Dorothy Alfano at 305-821-4700.

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