The sought-after Hillsboro Mile sets the stage for the understated elegance and blissful splendor of this gated Ocean-to-Intracoastal estate.

A Gold Coast paradise is presented in this Coastal-inspired residence that indulges in a sublime tropical landscape stretching from the Atlantic Ocean all the way to the Intracoastal Waterway. Every aspect of this showplace is a true measure of exemplary aesthetics and craftsmanship.

Perfectly attuned to both comfort and style, the living space unfolds over more than 10,400± square feet in a graceful floor-plan bridging formal-to-casual settings and indoor/outdoor realms. Relaxed elegance and sophistication give a freshly refined take on tradition with rich walnut floors, masterfully designed millwork, select stone, and beautiful furnishings by award-winning Marc-Michaels Interior Design. The luxury of this exquisite estate culminates with an expansive yard of synthetic turf and beyond to the dune walk-over leading to the sugar-sand beach and, on the opposite shore, a deepwater dock on the Intracoastal, within a half mile of the Hillsboro Inlet.

Location

Hillsboro Mile, Hillsboro Beach, Florida. Prestigious Hillsboro Beach offers island-like tranquility just a short distance to both Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton's world-class attractions.

Property

Wondrous sunrise and sunsets highlight the Ocean and Intracoastal views surrounding this estate from its high elevation in walled and gated privacy. Devoted to outdoor entertaining, the immense backyard enhanced by Italian marble oceanfront terraces span the fireplaced south loggia and north loggia with summer kitchen, in the midst of fountains jetting into the luminescent Diamond-Brite pool and spa. Another gate accesses the 70±-foot full-service dock with 30,000-pound Neptune boat lift.

Residence

This stunning 4-level residence totals 14,540± square feet with 5-6 bedrooms, 7 full and 3 half baths, 7-bay double access subterranean drive-thru garage, upstairs/downstairs laundries, temperature-controlled wine room, and hydraulic elevator. Myriad special features include the impact glass windows and exterior doors, copper gutters, 60-kilowatt automatic full house back-up generator, high-tech security system, 5-Carrier air conditioning systems (replaced in 2014), Icynene insulation, Crestron electronics, Lutron lighting, "Fine Art Lamps" chandelier and sconces, 2 central vacuum systems, security gates and cameras.

First Floor: Peruvian mahogany doors enter the foyer where ocean views are immediately showcased through the living room's retractable glass wall aside the pool. Warm elegance is reinforced by the cross-beamed ceiling and French limestone fireplace. Opening to the south loggia, the richly molded oceanfront club room highlights a sleek Piazzetta fireplace, 65" plasma television, and entertainment bar. Capturing direct Intracoastal views, the beautifully paneled, bookcase-lined library/office includes a conference area. Intracoastal views also backdrop the intricately molded formal dining room with mirrored buffet niche. Form melds with function in the Elmwood gourmet kitchen featuring Fusion quartzite counters and island, professional-style Wolf gas range and convection oven, 2 Miele dishwashers, Miele coffee system, and Sub-Zero refrigerator, Sub Zero freezer, Sub Zero double drawers and wine cooler. Additional Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances serve the butler's pantry. Ocean views stretch through the morning room under a raffia-covered beamed ceiling, with the north loggia adjoining. Two powder rooms complete this level.

Second Floor: The pinnacle of luxury, the immense oceanfront master suite is ensconced in private splendor with its elegant bedroom and sitting room enjoying 2 romantic balconies, one features a private outdoor shower. Thassos marble and beach glass adorn opulent his-and-her baths including a spa tub plus double shower that looks out over the ocean. A morning bar sits between room-sized walk-in closets for him and for her. Four more bedroom suites feature water views including the sumptuous oceanfront VIP suite with sitting room, balcony, walk-in closet, and marble-and-glass bath.

Third Floor: Opening to a dramatic oceanfront deck, this level hosts the large billiard lounge with full bar. An exercise area (or sixth bedroom if desired) includes a Cybex Arc Elliptical, 7500 stationary bike and Apollo weight station steps from a full bath with steam shower- all overlooking the Intracoastal. An acoustically designed theater with tiered leather seating as well as cutting-edge components complete this third floor entertaining hideaway.