484 South Maya Palm Drive, Boca Raton, FL 33432 (MLS# R9970862)

Supplements: A monumental arch with intricate ironwork gates makes a grand entrance into the gorgeous garden courtyard that centers the floor-plan, giving an enchanting viewpoint and abundant natural light. Inside the breathtaking foyer, a butterfly staircase frames the waterfront view through the window-walled living room, a spectacular entertaining space ado ... (Read more) A monumental arch with intricate ironwork gates makes a grand entrance into the gorgeous garden courtyard that centers the floor-plan, giving an enchanting viewpoint and abundant natural light. Inside the breathtaking foyer, a butterfly staircase frames the waterfront view through the window-walled living room, a spectacular entertaining space adorned with trompe l’oeil painted detail. French doors open several first-floor rooms to the waterfront loggia, pool patio, and yacht dock in a resort-like ambiance. In addition to self-contained first-floor guest/staff quarters, there is a sumptuous waterfront master suite upstairs. Styled with finesse, this magnificent Royal Palm estate is a place of extraordinary beauty and special character. Location South Maya Palm Drive, Boca Raton, Florida. Boca Raton’s prestigious signature address, Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club offers guard-gated seclusion in a premier location across from the landmark Boca Raton Resort & Club and the Atlantic Ocean beachfront. Mizner Park’s world-class shopping and dining are close by, and Boca Raton’s private executive airport is only a 15±-minute drive. Property This custom-built European-inspired estate fronts 131± feet on a wide canal, one property from the Intracoastal, providing concrete sea-walled dockage for a luxury yacht. Idyllic views open from the waterfront loggia and expansive patio featuring a summer kitchen and resort-style pool with sun shelf and spillover spa. Residence Meticulous details hallmark this classically elegant showplace totaling 8,036± square feet with 6 bedrooms, 6½ baths, elevator, 9 air-conditioning units, and 3-bay garage with pull-down staircase to an air-conditioned storage attic. Mahogany millwork is featured along with marble and hardwood floors. Picturesque views overlook the waterfront and elegant garden courtyard, introduced by the impressive gated archway. First Floor: A dramatic glassed entry reveals the breathtaking reception hall with inlaid marble floor and trompe l’oeil murals in a European countryside theme. Framed by the butterfly staircase, waterfront views open through the window-walled 2-story living room with stately gas fireplace and trompe l’oeil painted detail resembling classical bas-relief sculpture. Decorated with garden-themed trompe l’oeil details, the formal dining room creates an indoor/outdoor feel with a curved glass wall along the garden courtyard. Furniture-grade cabinetry and limestone counters appoint the gourmet kitchen, where the marble-inlaid hardwood parquet floors continue into the bright open family/breakfast room with built-in media center and window walls along the waterfront pool patio. Also facing the waterfront, the office features an intricate coffered ceiling and elaborate built-ins, with a “secret” door to a step-down wet bar. There is also a powder room, playroom/gym, and laundry/utility room with catering kitchen. Three first-floor bedroom suites include a guest/staff suite with its own full kitchen and outside entry. Second Floor: Ascending the grand staircase or elevator leads to a dramatic bridge hallway, open to the living room below. Stretching across the waterfront exposure, the sumptuous master suite opens through bright French doors to a long balcony overlooking the pool to the canal and Intracoastal Waterway. Appointed with custom built-ins, the 28±-foot-long master bedroom adjoins a sitting/exercise room with marble-topped wet bar. Two walk-in closets and a boutique-style dressing room accompany the lavish waterfront master bath featuring a jetted tub, steam shower, and 2 separate water closets. Two more bedroom suites complete this level.