MLS #498776

Spectacular Tuscan villa with fabulous Gulf views! Custom built to exacting specificatoins with an eye for detail, using the finest of materials and the very latest in technology. Situated on a large corner canal front lot on Holiday Isle, this magnificent home is truly a work of art! An impressive entrance with stone stairway and double entry doors lead to a two story foyer featuring an incredible chandelier (motorized for easy cleaning and maintenance)and a sweeping staircase. To the left of the entry is a beautiful powder room and the formal dining room that accomodates multiple tables for large gatherings, has hand painted wall murals and a view of the Gulf. The butler's pantry, with lots of cabinets, granite counters and wine refrigerator adjoins the dining room and kitchen. To the right of the foyer is the great room featuring a coffered ceiling, gas log fireplace, lots of windows, adjoining balcony on the front with Gulf views and on the rear overlooking the pool and canal. Adjoining the great room is the wet bar, a large casual dining area and a fabulous gourmet kitchen that any cook will love! Plenty of cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances including SubZero refrigerator and freezer, Thermadore professional grade gas range with six burners, griddle and double ovens, two Bosch dishwashers, two warming drawers, two refrigerator drawers, two disposals, large walk-in pantry, additional pantry. This home was designed for family and entertaining! Also on this level is the luxurious master suite, with a spacious Gulf view bedroom, remote controlled draperies, motorized television armoire, ladies office, his and hers baths. Her bathroom has a private water closet, jetted tub, separate walk-in shower, double vanities and a very large customized walk-in closet. Convenient full-size washer and dryer separates her closet from his. His bathroom features a large walk-in steam shower with nine jets, flat panel TV and a large walk-in closet. Both baths have heated floors. Adjoining is the exercise room (could be an office or nursery) with a view of the canal and harbor. On the third level is the "children's living room" and kitchen area with ice machine, refrigerator and microwave, four bedroom suites, a gorgeous wood panelled office featuring faux finished ceiling treatment, custom built-ins and a commanding view of the Gulf. On the ground level is where the fun really begins! A custom insulated movie room with 14 theater seats, surround sound and programed projection system will be everyone's favorite room...unless it's the game room, with pool table, seating area, two televisions ( 1 satellite, 1 cable), refrigerator, ice maker, dishwasher. Adjoining screened porch overlooks the pool and boathouse. The "boat room" has built-in shelving for beach towels and toys, full sized washer and dryer. Accessible from the boat room is an apartment with a private entrance and single car garage, living area, kitchen with refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, bedroom and full bath. Tastefully furnished and finely appointed throughout with travertine floors, plantation shutters, custom window treatments, recessed and art lighting, granite counters, stone showers and tub surrounds, elevator, security system with surveillance cameras and so much more. There's a poolside cabana with refrigerator, ice maker and sink, pool bath with shower. The boat house has a 40 foot slip, an additional slip with a lift and dockage along the seawall. Watch the fireworks on the harbor from the large sun deck! Nearly every room has access to a balcony or porch...because it's all about the view! Public beach access directly across Gulf Shore Drive. Offered furnished with the exception of some art and personal items, list of exclusions in office. As always, all dimensions should be verified by buyer.