Tag: Sale

From a hilltop aerie in Hong Kong to a spectacular residence in Rolling Hills, California, these are this month’s five featured notable properties for sale over US$8 Million.

The Peak, Hong Kong

List Sotheby’s International Realty, Hong Kong

At the highest point on the Peak area, this masterpiece with 360-degree views overlooks Victoria Harbor, rolling mountains, the city, and the sea. Meticulously designed for luxurious living, the property features generous outdoor space, a wine cellar, sauna room, open master suite, an open bar adjacent to the chef’s kitchen, and glass walls maximizing exposure. An internal staircase leads to the spacious two-tier rooftop, perfect for parties and alfresco dining. The property begins with a lovely garden with a waterfall and extends to a large terrace, a balcony, and unparalleled views from the roof terraces.

Rolling Hills, California

Vista Sotheby’s International Realty

This sophisticated single-level home enchants the senses against the backdrop of the shimmering ocean. Meticulously rebuilt, the residence features steel doors and windows creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. With options ranging from sliding into the infinity edge pool to dining under the stars or relaxing by the fire pit, this residence, located in a sought-after gated community in Southern California, is a stylish and sophisticated retreat.

St. Jean, Saint Barthélemy

St. Barth Sotheby’s International Realty

Sandy Binder and Danielle Laria – Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty 

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty

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The history of Greenwich, Connecticut, follows roughly the same trajectory as that of the United States, from the arrival of early settlers in the 1600s through centuries of farming, milling, and shipping to the arrival of the railroad, which brought both industry and scores of new residents. Homes here, however, in many ways continue to represent an aesthetic that is purely, timelessly American, its streets strewn with Colonial-style and -inspired manors that exemplify the classicism of the nation’s early East Coast colonies.

Greenwich, Connecticut | Fred Danback, Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage

Although it dates to 1995, this 7,786-square-foot, five-bedroom manor at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Greenwich’s coveted midcountry neighborhoods presents a refined traditional façade with a regal symmetry and numerous details characteristic of steadfast formal New England style. Its interiors, however, have been painstakingly updated with a tony modernity, featuring a minimalist organic palette and such creature comforts as gas fireplaces and top-tier appliances. Thoughtfully designed to blend sophistication and comfort, it is the consummate elegant modern home in a quintessential American town.

The grandeur begins with the meticulously manicured grounds, which include gloriously colorful flora, swaths of flourishing mature trees, a magnificent driveway, and two generous motor courts offering parking space for residents or crowds of guests. At the top of an august stairway of whitewashed brick, majestic front doors open to a stately marble foyer with a gracefully sweeping dramatic staircase. Beyond is an easy, fluid collection of versatile spaces flooded with natural light and displaying impeccable craftsmanship and carefully chosen fixtures and finishes.

Stylish living and entertaining are effortless in a chic formal living room with a gas fireplace that creates a welcoming warmth, a formal dining room, a roomy office with two wide windows and numerous built-ins, a casual dining area with a fireplace and a striking glass-walled wine cellar, and a magnificent cook’s kitchen featuring a marble-wrapped island with counter seating, stainless-steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and a pass-through to a comfortable family room with a fireplace and dazzling French doors opening to the backyard and pool.

The five bedrooms include a primary suite with two walk-in closets and a sleek contemporary bath, three guest bedrooms—one with an en suite bath and a cedar closet; and a private main-level bedroom and bath ideal for staff, an in-law, or an au pair. A vast, airy upper-level recreation room is tucked beneath the angles of the eaves of the roofline and offers a sunny window seat perfect for reading or daydreaming with treetop views.

The lowest level consists of a collection of flexible spaces: a media room with numerous built-ins, including speakers; a gym with mirrored wall and mounting and wiring for a ceiling-level television; and a quiet additional office area or hobby room. The enjoyment continues outdoors, with a veritable sea of green grass enveloping the refreshing turquoise waters of the heated swimming pool and spa. Just beyond these tranquil environs are the thoroughfares and vibrant cultural and culinary offerings of Greenwich, an enduring community fully immersed in and representative of the history of America.

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Richard Klug | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage, US$52,000,000

From a US$138.8M sale in Greenwich, Connecticut, to a €33M sale in Rome, Italy, here are ten of the top sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty global network in 2023.

Greenwich, Connecticut

Leslie McElwreath, Joseph Barbieri | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage, US$138,830,000
Referred by Nikki Field | Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage

Beverly Hills, California

Richard Klug | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage, US$52,000,000

Woodside, California

Arthur Sharif | Sotheby’s International Realty – San Francisco Brokerage, US$44,500,000

Rome, Italy

Barbara Alessio | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, €33,000,000

Bronte, Australia

James Ball, Edward Quince | Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty, Circa AUD$30,000,000

Vancouver, Canada

Monique Badun, Kim Craig, Vito Longo | Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, Price Undisclosed

University Park, Texas

Sylvia Scott | Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty, US$17,450,000

Seattle, Washington

Linda Chou, Summer Carlton | Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty, US$16,200,000

Middletown, Rhode Island

Tina Wiley, David Huberman, Kate Kirby Greenman | Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty, US$15,000,000

Anse des Cayes, St. Barthélemy

Pascale Minarro-Baudouin, Nadine Rolland | St. Barth Sotheby’s International Realty, €13,300,000

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These impressive homes in a variety of desirable locales have been equipped with exceptional closets that provide a proper place for carefully curated clothing collections.

Organic Opulence in Beverly Hills

Marc Noah, Neyshia Go | Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

This new Beverly Hills home has a light-filled open-concept floor plan that seamlessly links living, dining, culinary, and entertaining spaces. One of five bedrooms, the owner’s suite is a lofty aerie with herringbone-patterned wide-plank wood floors, a vaulted ceiling, and numerous windows—some stretching from floor to ceiling. The bedroom is accompanied by a stylish marble bath with a soaking tub, dual vanities, and an oversized rainshower as well as an enviable room-sized skylit closet with mirrored doors, an island, and abundant wood-clad shelves and drawers.

Handsome Houston Haven

Brian Spack | Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

On a quiet cul-de-sac in Houston, this comfortably elegant home is filled with handsome spaces, rich tones, and fine finishes. In addition to a striking kitchen and great room, a library, and a generous game room, it offers five bedrooms, including a remarkably spacious primary suite that opens to the backyard pool and terrace. Adjoining is a lavish L-shaped closet area with a quartz-topped island, decorative concrete tile flooring, and custom drawers and glass-front cabinetry that makes wardrobe choices effortless.

Studio City Stunner

Kristine Miller | Sotheby’s International Realty – Brentwood Brokerage 

Despina Laou – Greece Sotheby’s International Realty 

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Scottsdale, Arizona | Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty

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Not long after completing studies at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, C. P. H. Gilbert began establishing himself as a distinguished architect, ultimately enjoying a reputation for designing townhouses and mansions for industrialists and tycoons across New York. His oeuvre includes dozens of buildings in Manhattan but also properties on Long Island, upstate, and—like this distinctive residence—in Brooklyn’s illustrious Park Slope.

Brooklyn, New York | The Stein Team, Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage

Luxurious modern homes updated with respect for their historic environs are often lauded for blending the old and the new. Dating to 1887, this handsome manor exemplifies that rarefied combination. Its brick and brownstone façade and a silhouette characteristic of late-19th-century designs belie the sleek, chic, and undeniably contemporary aesthetic of its interiors, which are the result of a meticulous three-year renovation helmed by Mary Burnham of MBB Architects.

A rarity in the area for its generous width, the five-level home is anchored by a sculptural staircase that links each of the floors while creating striking lines as well as alcoves for bookshelves and the display of art and sculpture. A southern orientation and numerous gracefully arching oversized windows allow many spaces to be flooded with natural light. The backyard garden is a green and serene oasis, an enviable escape amid Brooklyn’s bustle.

The building begins with living, dining, and entertaining spaces whose modern minimalism never jeopardizes their welcoming warmth. The Bulthaup kitchen features walnut cabinets and an impressive suite of appliances from Miele and Dacor. Just outside, a deck floats above the greenery of the garden below, with stairs descending into its lush midst.

One level above are three guest bedrooms and en suite baths along with a versatile fourth bedroom or playroom. On the fourth floor is the soundproof owner’s suite, a peaceful place of repose with11-foot ceilings, a gas fireplace, a custom walk-in closet and dressing room, and a travertine bath with a programmable multihead shower and a soaking tub. The nearby media room enjoys both blackout shades and access to a street-facing terrace framed in period brickwork.

Relaxation is the order of the day on the garden level, which offers a temperature-controlled 1,500-bottle wine cellar, a well-equipped mudroom, an additional bedroom and bath—ideal quiet quarters for guests or staff—and a casual living area with a wood-burning fireplace and floor-to-ceiling glass doors giving way to the verdant garden, which has been finished with pavers, decking, irrigation, lighting, and sound. The building’s rooftop has been transformed into two landscaped terraces with an alfresco fireplace, Sub-Zero refrigerator drawers, and skyline views.

While style is clearly paramount in this one-of-a-kind home, the practicalities of modern living are far from overlooked. The busy professional will appreciate the sunny, spacious office that accompanies the owner’s suite, while the fitness enthusiast will value the upper-level’s thoughtfully outfitted glass-enclosed gym. Creature comforts are seen to by motorized blinds, blackout shades, Warmboard radiant heating, dimmable LED lighting, multizone air conditioning, and whole-house vacuum, water filtration, humidification, dehumidification, Sonos sound, and Control4 systems. Prospect Park, local landmarks and attractions, and public transportation are all within easy reach. Meanwhile, mindfully retained vintage elements serve as subtle reminders of the home’s provenance and its enduring place in the ongoing story of New York.

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The mention of Santa Monica typically conjures images of timeless recreation, entertainment, and diversion—the legendary ocean pier, Pacific Park’s solar-powered Ferris wheel, the historic Looff Hippodrome Carousel, the renowned aquarium, and nearby Muscle Beach. But the area is also a bastion of iconic California architecture, from its numerous Romanesque Revival, Art Deco, and Mediterranean-inspired landmarks to the classical Mission-style villas strewn across the city and the region as a whole.

Santa Monica, California | Marc Noah, Sotheby’s International Realty – Beverly Hills Brokerage

This inviting 1924 residence exemplifies a quintessential Southern California aesthetic, combining bespoke modern flair, fixtures, and finishes with such de rigueur Mission- and Spanish Colonial–style elements as earthy barrel-tiled roofing, graceful archways, warm terra-cotta flooring, vibrant tile accents, and the crisp contrast of white plaster walls and handsome, deeply hued ceiling beams and other woodwork. The meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail employed in a 2013 rebuild are readily apparent throughout the generous 4,351-square-foot floor plan.

The alluring spaces begin with a chic living room featuring a fireplace and French doors to the lush grounds and an office or library with a whimsical wall of shelving. Beyond are a sophisticated formal dining room that opens to a vine-draped covered terrace and a family room with a colorful tiled fireplace and access to an open terrace and a verdant backyard framed by tall privacy hedges and trees. Cooks of all skill levels will appreciate the expertly outfitted kitchen, which boasts top-caliber appliances, eye-catching flooring, an island with counter seating, and an organic paint shade that echoes the greenery of the home’s surroundings. Of the four serene bedrooms and luxurious baths, the owner’s suite is a lofty aerie with its own balcony and a large bath that combines vintage and contemporary pieces, including ample storage and a soaking tub.

The property also features a delightful, similarly styled guesthouse—a quiet oasis for visitors—or light-filled studio ideal for artistic pursuits, yoga, or meditation. The desirable location—in the prestigious North of Montana neighborhood—is known for its welcoming environs; thriving community atmosphere; sizable, luxurious homes; and especially spacious estate sites. This rare offering leaves little to be desired, given its enduring design and its proximity to fine restaurants, tony shops, and the enchanting landmarks that have drawn people to Santa Monica for decades.

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Luxurious properties with top-tier fitness equipment, invigorating swimming pools, and private sports courts make it easy to stick to a daily wellness routine without leaving home.

Meadowcroft Manor

Leslie McElwreath, Patte Nusbaum  | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage

On 2.2 acres on a prestigious Greenwich lane, this stately, stylish residence has been renovated to the highest of standards. In addition to seven bedroom suites, it offers formal living and dining rooms, a wood-paneled library, a chef’s kitchen, a media room with a bar and a wine cellar, and two family rooms. At-home fitness is effortless thanks to a gym, an indoor sports court, and a new pool and spa. A massage room and spa-like bath allow for post-workout rejuvenation and relaxation.

Hamptons Hideaway

Sandra Liveric | Sotheby’s International Realty – Southampton Brokerage

This 7,500-square-foot, six-bedroom getaway enjoys a peaceful location at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac adjoining verdant town land in Southampton. Highlights include a welcoming living room, an entertaining space and game room with a wet bar, a cook’s kitchen with top-caliber appliances, a butler’s pantry, a dining room with wine storage, an office, and a covered terrace with an outdoor kitchen. Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the mirrored gym, heated gunite pool and spa, sauna, and steamshower.

Grand Lakefront Getaway

Leslie McElwreath | Sotheby’s International Realty – Greenwich Brokerage