31 October 2018

13,000 Square Foot Brick Golf Coure Mansion In Duluth,GA


Boasting golf course and lake views, this stately brick and stone-accented mansion in Duluth, GA was built in 2008 and is situated on just over two acres of land. It features approximately 13,800 square feet of living space, with seven bedrooms, eight full and two half bathrooms, two-story foyer with sweeping staircase, elevator, two-story great room with fireplace, formal dining room, butler's pantry, gourmet kitchen with double islands, breakfast room, study loft, U-shaped rear staircase, two-story family room with barrel vault ceiling and fireplace, and two-level paneled home office/library with fireplace. Lower level recreation room with fireplace, second kitchen, wet bar, 10-seat home theater, wine cellar and tasting room, exercise room, and garage parking for five cars. Interior spaces also include an in-law suite with kitchen and sitting room. Outdoor features include a motor court, porte-cochere, covered front porch, terraces, fireplace, patio, free form swimming pool with spa, pavilion with kitchen and fireplace, fire pit, and a waterfall.

24 October 2018

GETTING TO KNOW: Debra Johnston of Atlanta, GA

This past August, when I contacted Debra Johnston (who I refer to as Miss Debra) about being featured in my new blog series 'GETTING TO KNOW', I was very surprised that she 1) responded and 2) agreed! I mean, here's a successful entrepreneur taking time out of her busy schedule to tackle questions presented to her from a relatively unknown blogger. More than a few of her luxury listings have appeared right here on The American Man$ion, so I consider it an honor to be able to share more about her on a personal level. Debra Johnston is one of the most sought after real estate agents in Atlanta, GA and has a clientele network that reaches from Fortune 500 executives to entertainment and film celebrities with a portfolio that is valued north of $50 million. Without further ado, please enjoy this casual Q&A-style interview with Atlanta's super agent Debra Johnston!

23 October 2018

14,000 Square Foot Mediterranean-Inspired Mansion In Scottsdale, AZ


Built in 2014 and recreated in 2018 to today's standards, this Mediterranean-inspired mansion with contemporary flair in Scottsdale, AZ is situated on four acres of land and boasts dramatic city and mountain views. Consisting of a main and small guest house, it features a combined total of 14,350 square feet of living space with nine bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, great room with fireplace and sliding glass wall, dining room with wine closet, gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar, secondary kitchen with stainless steel appliances, family room with fireplace (shares see-through fireplace with great room), wet bar, media room with gas fireplace, four-car garage, and much more. Outdoor features include a gated entrance, fountain, motor court, court yard with sculpture fountain, balconies, open and covered patios, cabana with bar, water and fire features, and swimming pool with spa.  This desert oasis is currently listed for $26,000,000 with Deborah Beardsley of Silverleaf Realty.

22 October 2018

Tyler Perry's Former 34,000 Square Foot Mega Mansion In Atlanta, GA


Entertainment mogul Tyler Perry once called this Atlanta, GA mega mansion home! The stately brick and stone French Provincial-style residence was built in 2007 and is situated on 17 acres of pristine park-like land with Chattahoochee River frontage.

It features approximately 34,688 square feet of living space with seven bedrooms, nine full and five half bathrooms, two-story foyer with floating double staircase, elevator, two-story great room, formal living room, two-story dining room with fireplace, expansive butler's pantry, chef-inspired gourmet kitchen, rear staircase, two-story family room, two-story home office/library with fireplace, an additional library with fireplace, upper level game room with wet bar, fully finished lower level with recreation, wine cellar with tasting room, 18-seat home theater, ball room with catering kitchen, indoor resistance pool, spa with sauna, fully-equipped home gym, and a five-car garage.

Outdoor features include two gated entrances, motor court with fountain, open and covered terraces, patio, resort-style 70,000 gallon infinity-edge swimming pool with spa, formal and informal gardens, and a lighted tennis court. The property also has a guard and guest house. This riverfront mega mansion is currently listed for $25,000,000 with Chase Mizell of Atlanta Fine Homes.

18 October 2018

16,000 Square Foot Georgian-Style Stone Mansion In McLean, VA


Built in 2002 and situated on just over five acres of land in McLean, VA, this stately stone mansion showcases impeccable craftsmanship from top to bottom and inside out. The Georgian-style home features 16,000+ square feet of living space with seven bedrooms, eight full and two half bathrooms, a mahogany paneled two-story foyer with floating staircase, elevator, formal living and dining rooms with fireplaces, two-story great room with fireplace and box beam ceiling, country-style kitchen with double islands, breakfast room, family room with fireplace, and paneled library with fireplace. The expansive lower level includes a recreation with wet bar, family room with fireplace, game room, wine closet, a 10-seat home theater, and a four-car garage. Outdoor features include two gated entrances, a motor court, fountain, front terraces, open and covered rear terraces, patio, swimming pool and spa, and a pergola.

16 October 2018

11,000 Square Foot Chateau-Inspired Stone Mansion In Northfield, IL


This stately stone and limestone mansion in Northfield, IL was built in 2004 and is situated on 1.15 acres of land. It features approximately 11,500 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, six full and three half bathrooms, two-story foyer with floating staircase, formal living and dining rooms with fireplaces, chef-inspired gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar and see-through fireplace which it shares with the family room, breakfast room, rear staircase, paneled library with fireplace, wine cellar, home theater, indoor lap pool, exercise room, wet/dry saunas, golf simulator, three-car garage, and so much more. Outdoor features include a motor court, expansive flagstone patio, and a pavilion. This stone mansion is listed for $2,795,000 with Darragh Landry of @properties.

15 October 2018

Newly Built 16,000 Square Foot Georgian-Style Brick Mansion In Arcadia, CA


This newly built brick and stone-accented Georgian-style mansion in Arcadia, CA is situated on 1.4 acres of land and boasts a classic build with a modern touch. It features approximately 16,627 square feet of living space with seven bedrooms (including first and second floor master bedrooms), nine full and two half bathrooms, two-story foyer with floating double staircase, elevator, formal living room with fireplace, sitting room, formal dining room, main gourmet and galley kitchens with stainless steel appliances, breakfast room, rear staircase, two-story family room with wet bar, paneled home office, 13-seat home theater, 1,500-bottle wine cellar and adjoining tasting room, exercise room, sauna, four-car garage, and so much more. Outdoor features include a motor court, front terrace, balconies, patios, BBQ kitchen, infinity-edge swimming pool with spa, and tennis court. The property also features a pool house with bar, billiards area, and living area with fireplace.

13 October 2018

13,000 Square Foot Riverfront Brick Mansion In Duluth, GA


European-inspired with Chattahoochee River frontage, this stately four-sided brick mansion in Duluth, GA is situated on just under an acre of land behind the gates of the St. Ives Country Club community. It features approximately 13,663 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, five full and five half bathrooms, two-story foyer with floating winding staircase, elevator, additional rear staircase, two-story great room with fireplace, formal dining room, butler's pantry, chef-inspired gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances and breakfast bar, breakfast room, family room with vaulted ceiling and fireplace, two-story paneled library/home office, an expansive lower level with foyer, home theater, billiards room, second kitchen, wine cellar with hidden door, home gym, indoor pool with fireplace, steam shower/sauna room, and a four-car garage that completes the main level. Outdoor features include a motor court, covered front porch, Juliet balconies, covered patio with fireplace, built-in BBQ station, and a spa with fountain. This riverfront mansion is currently listed for $2,790,000 with Christopher McCarley of Atlanta Fine Homes.

11 October 2018

12,000 Square Foot European-Inspired Golf Course Mansion In Carmel, IN


Resembling the chateaus of the European countrysides, this beautiful stucco and stone mansion in Carmel, IN was built in 2006 and is situated on .71 acres of land with amazing golf course and pond views. It features approximately 12,927 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, five full and two half bathrooms, foyer with two-story stair hall and floating staircase, elevator, formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room, butler's pantry, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, breakfast room, wet bar, family room, paneled home office/library with fireplace, lower level recreation room, billiards room, home theater, and exercise room, and a four-car garage back on the main level. Outdoor features include a motor court, covered front porch, loggia with fireplace and BBQ kitchen, patio, and a terrace. This lovely golf course mansion is currently listed for $2,490,000 with Jay O'Neil of Encore | Sotheby's International Realty.

10 October 2018

11,000 Square Foot Stucco and Stone Mansion In Paradise Valley, AZ


This sprawling Tuscan-inspired mansion in Paradise Valley, AZ was built in 2015 and is situated on just under two acres of land. Boasting an open floor plan, the one-level home features a total of 11,135 square feet (including detached guest house) of living space with seven bedrooms, eight full and two half bathrooms, formal living room with fireplace, formal dining room, butler's pantry, kitchen with breakfast area, family room with fireplace, paneled library with fireplace, an additional home office located in master wing, home theater, exercise room, and garage parking for eight cars. Outdoor features include a gated entrance, covered front porch, rear patios, BBQ kitchen, cabana with fireplace, and edgeless swimming pool with spa, and a putting green. The guest house features a bedroom, living area with fireplace, and kitchen.  This desert mansion is currently listed for $5,999,500 with Thomas Patrick O'Leary of Sotheby's International Realty.

05 October 2018

12,000 Square Foot Modern Mountain Mansion On 35 Acres In Telluride, CO


Built in 2015 and situated on 35 acres of land offering panoramic views of neighboring snow-capped peaks, this contemporary home represents the ultimate in resort-style mountain living. The rustic Telluride, CO mansion features approximately 12,452 square feet of living space with six bedrooms and eight full and one half bathrooms. The open floor plan with its soaring ceilings throughout, boasts spaces such as an expansive great room, dining room with fireplace, gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar island, a home theater, salon, a spa, exercise room, upper level lounge, and much more. There is also a four-car garage on the main level of the house. Outdoor features include a gated entrance, motor court, covered front porch, covered and open terraces, decks, patio, balcony, kitchen with fireplace, hot tub, fire pit, and a pond. This mansion is currently listed for $29,500,000 with Bill Fandel of Compass | Telluride.

12,000 Square Foot Brick and Stone Mansion In Great Falls, VA


This 18-year-old French-inspired brick and stone mansion in Great Falls, VA is situated on five private acres of land boasting some of the areas finest landscaping. The stately home features approximately 12,935 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, five full and three half bathrooms, two-story foyer with winding staircase, formal living and dining rooms with fireplaces, two-story great room with fireplace, butler's pantry, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, breakfast room, wood paneled home office/library with fireplace, an expansive lower level that includes a recreation room with fireplace and media center, wet bar, second kitchen, billiards room, fitness studio, family room, and sun room. There is also a three-car garage on the main level. Outdoor features include a gated entrance, porte-cochere, motor court, terrace, covered porch, patios, formal gardens, fireplace, and a swimming pool with spa. This mansion is currently listed for $5,400,000 with Penny Yerks of The Yerks Team.

03 October 2018

10,000 Square Foot Tudor-Style Stone Mansion In Winnetka, IL


Custom built in 2002, this Tudor-style stone mansion in Winnetka, IL features approximately 10,400 square feet of living space with six bedrooms and five full and two half bathrooms. Its open floor plan boasts a rotunda-inspired two-story foyer with floating winding staircase and center skylight, formal living and dining rooms, gourmet kitchen with quartz counters and stainless steel appliances, breakfast room, family room with fireplace, wood paneled library, and a three-car garage. The expansive lower level features a wine cellar, recreation room, media room, huge home office, and exercise room. Outdoor features include a motor court, front balcony, patio, and freestanding stone waterfall. The home is currently listed for $2,980,000 with Linda Jacobson of Premier Listing Showcase.