The most expensive villa in the world is in Palm Beach

Belles Demeures 13 Feb 2018
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You will not find anything more prestigious and refined than the Pietra Mare villa. Located in Palm Beach, Florida, along the beachfront, you cannot remain indifferent in front of this 2600 m² marvel, comprising 7 rooms, 15 bathrooms and a deluxe swimming pool.

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La villa la plus chère du monde se trouve à Palm Beach
The Pietra Mare villa is located along the seashore, offering a spectacular view. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
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It's at the beginning of the 20th century that Palm Beach, in Florida, acquired its reputation as a deluxe resort. Its climate, its beaches and pleasant life style appealed to leading figureheads around the world, who came to have their villas built by the seashore, showcasing elegance and majesty. The Pietra Mare was part of this deluxe real-estate boom and one century later, it is a superb villa with Roman allures that was conceived in one of the most beautiful areas of town.

Palm Beach : luxury, the beach and sun as far as the eyes can see

Deluxe houses along the seashore, palm trees and white sandy beaches : Palm Beach is the privileged refuge of high American society since now more than one century. This deluxe enclave was founded by Henry Morrison Flager in 1871, who notably financed the construction of the Florida East Coast Railway. Palm Beach thus become one of the beacons of upscale tourism for the elite, its soft and pleasant climate enabling to take advantage of long sunny days, having largely convinced rich property owners. Since the beginning of the 20th century, many constructions were built in Palm Beach, and today, the spotlight is on one of the towns that concentrates the most vast and opulent residences.

The Pietra Mare gardens The very private Pietra Mare pool is totally protected from the outside world. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
Pietra Mare swimming pool From the pool, you can admire the entire property, by day or at night time. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
Pietra Mare terrace A pleasant outdoors garden enables you to take advantage of the temperate Palm Beach climate. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate

A villa built in 2001

The Pietra Mare was built in 2001, which makes it a modern residence that offers nonetheless a traditional style and refined architecture, for the most nostalgic...

Pietra Mare hallways Every nook and cranny of Pietra Mare was decorated with care. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
Pietra Mare staircase The windows allow each room to be illuminated like nowhere else. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate

The comfort of a modern and refined villa, spanning 2600 m²

Prestigious, modern and elegant, Pietra Mare is an exceptional villa, both in terms of its architecture as the upscale comfort it offers. Implemented on a total surface of 2600 m², it is directly inspired by the most outstanding Roman villas with spectacular allure. Not only does it provide direct access to the sea which it faces, but also features a central courtyard with a spacious pool, sheltered from gazes. Inside, the Renaissance style decoration is absolutely stunning—spaces are vast and the implementations ultra-modern and comfortable. You fill find no less than 7 bedooms, 15 bathrooms, a fireplace dating back to the 18th century, imported directly from Italy.

Pietra Mare kitchen The villa spands 2600 m², each room is spacious and filled with light. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
Pietra Mare decoration The fireplace installed in the living room was imported from Italy during its construction. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
Pietra Mare interior In addition to its 15 bathrooms, the villa also features 7 bedrooms. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate

A deluxe villa in a heavenly resort town...

Pietra Mare dining room The Pietra Mare was decorated in the « Renaissance » style. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
Pietra Mare living room The location of the Pietra Mare enables you to take advantage of the superb view overlooking the sea. © Daniel Féau - Christie's International Real Estate
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