05 November 2018

9,000 Square Foot French-Style Stone Mansion In Dallas, TX


French-inspired and boasting unmatched curb appeal, this stone mansion in Dallas, TX was built in 2007 and is situated on just over a half acre of land. It features approximately 9,281 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, five full and three half bathrooms, two-story rotunda-style foyer with staircase, elevator, formal living room, formal dining room with fireplace, butler's pantry, gourmet kitchen, family room with vaulted ceiling, paneled library with wet bar and fireplace, wine cellar, subterranean five-car garage, and much more. Outdoor features include a porte-cochere, covered front porch, rear loggia with fireplace, and a swimming pool with spa. This stately stone mansion is listed by Julie Boren of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate for $9,275,000.

04 November 2018

Newly Built 13,000 Square Foot Brick Mansion In Hinsdale, IL


Situated on just under an acre of land, this newly built brick mansion in Hinsdale, IL pays showcases a strong reflection of classic revival architecture with a modern pinch. It features approximately 13,460 square feet of living space with five bedrooms, six full and four half bathrooms, two-story foyer with staircase, expansive living room with two fireplaces, formal dining room, modern-style gourmet kitchen with waterfall island/breakfast bar, breakfast room, family room with gas fireplace, home office, den, second level family room, lower level recreation room, wet bar, wine tasting area and cellar, exercise room, golf simulator, sport court, and two two-car garages. Outdoor features include a motor court, portico, breezeway, and rear patios. This newly constructed mansion is listed by Kris Berger of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices for $7,900,000.

02 November 2018

24,000 Square Foot Brick and Stone Mega Mansion In Holladay, UT


This brick and stone mega mansion in Holladay, UT was built in 2012 and is situated on just over two acres of land with mountain views from every direction. It features approximately 24,401 square feet of living space with eight bedrooms, eight full and five half bathrooms, two-story marble foyer with floating marble staircase, two-story great room with marble fireplace, formal dining room with seating for 16, chef-inspired kitchen with double islands, breakfast nook, separate butler's kitchen, two-story family room with fireplace, billiards room, wet bar, rear staircase, home office with gas fireplace, upper level gaming area, stadium-style home theater, golf simulator, two-lane bowling alley, two bed/two bath apartment with full kitchen and living room, six-car garage, and much more. Outdoor features include a porte-cochere, motor court, balconies, terraces, covered and open patios, BBQ kitchen, swimming pool with spa, cabana with fireplace, and tennis court. This transitional-style mega mansion estate is listed by Lori Gee of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices | Utah Properties for $5,995,000.

01 November 2018

WORTH A MENTION: The 25,000 Square Foot Chartwell Estate In Bel Air, CA


YEAR BUILT: 1930
LOT SIZE: 10.00+ acres
SQUARE FEET: 25,000
BEDROOMS: 11
BATHROOMS: 18
LIST PRICE: $245,000,000 (Sold for $150,000,000)
LISTING AGENT(S): Jade Mills of Coldwell Banker

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.