Masterpiece behind the gates of the exclusive Governors Club. Massive Estate located in the upscale mountaintop Highland Pond neighborhood. Private driveway leading down to a roundabout entrance towards the elegant fossilized limestone facade, imported stone limestone & hardwood floors throughout boasting 11,663 sq-ft divided in 3 levels connected by a fabulous staircase with custom-designed railings or private elevator, 4 bedrooms, 7 full & 2 half baths. Creston automation lights system, electric Lutron blinds, and indoors-outdoors sound system throughout the entire property. Main level has an ample foyer entrance, formal dining room with 2 Baccarat crystal chandeliers, crown molding, sliding doors, corinthian columns & silk-upholstered walls. Impressive Sapele wood-walled library with maple-ebony inlay columns, Cumaru wooden floors, crown molding, a Louis XVI French marble fireplace, 2 leather-topped desks enrich the atmosphere of the Morgan's library in NYC. Signature dish Chef's dream kitchen features 2 gourmet islands, 2 sinks, top-notch 6 ovens including Wolf range with 8 burners, ice-makers, pull-out cabinets,Miele Turbo chef, drawer warmer, 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators, 2 double Miele dishwashers, built-in freezer, limestone walls, all kitchen cabinets are made of Aniegre & Mozambique wooden panels, formal butlers pantry & more. A vast living/music room with Louis XV French fireplace, crown molding & ample bay window overlooking the magnificent views of the mountain-top location. Sunroom with crown molding, marble design fireplace is located next to wet bar area connecting kitchen or step out to the outdoor entertainment. One of the in-suite bedrooms is located in main level. Top level has a spacious landing area connecting to another in-suite large bedroom and the primary courts access, 2 completely separated full bathrooms, 2 very spacious custom built in closets, primary room has a balcony overlooking the high views and the gardens. Lower level is all about comfort & entertainment featuring a massive movie theater professionally designed with 360 degrees surround system, 10 craft leather mechanical seats, fabric panels, special acoustic, 10ft screen, limestone walls, coffer ceilings & upgraded laser projector. Open wet bar with granite-wooden tops, ice-maker, microwave & wine cooler. State-of-the-art Spa features a one piece stainless steel hot tub mounted on green granite, sauna room, steam room, 1 full bath, 1 full shower & an spectacular huge window connecting to the elegant gardens. Huge gym room equipped with Cybex 6 pieces for a full body workout. 2 Mechanical rooms, lower level also has secret wine tasting room. All Venetian plaster walls. Outdoor gardens are professionally manicured and symmetrical designed around the Greek Calliope statue ''the muse of music & poetry'' and 48 roses plants. Large stone terrace patio with screened iron custom made gazebo featuring a wood-burn fireplace next to a built in grill. Property has a full apartment over the garage with a full bathroom, 1 bedroom and full kitchen. 7 A/C units, 5 new gas furnaces and 1 Kholer generator. More details everywhere, a must see, call today to schedule your private visit. Schedule a Private Showing

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