484 South Maya Palm Drive

Boca Raton, FL 33432

Unsurpassed attention to detail hallmarks this exquisite custom-built Royal Palm estate facing south on a wide canal, just one property from the Intracoastal Waterway.

Boca Raton’s prestigious Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club provides the setting for this showpiece estate facing south on the Fishtail Palm Waterway, where the expansive view reaches the Intracoastal, just one property away. Custom built for its current owner, the six-bedroom residence was designed by noted architect Shane Ames of Ames International Design, blending classically elegant European influences with modern taste. Embellished with a wealth of exquisite details by British-born designer and artist Grenville Pullen of Curzon Designs, the residence was featured in “Florida Design” magazine upon its completion. 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.

Sold

$4,700,000

Sold Price
Sold April 24, 2014
Beds6
Baths6 full 1 partial
Square Feet6,834 sqft
MLS #R9970862
StatusSold
Property TypeResidential
  • County Palm Beach
    MLS Area 4190
    Community Home Owners Association
    Latitude 26.326874
    Longitude -80.080731
    Subdivision Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club
  • Total Rooms 13
    Interior Attic, Wet Bar, Bidet, Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, Dual Sinks, Entrance Foyer, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Split Bedrooms, Tub Shower, Upper Level Primary, Walk In Closets
    Full Baths 6
    1/2 Baths 1
    Association Amenities None
    Heating Central, Electric, Zoned
    Cooling Central Air, Electric, Zoned
    Floors Carpet, Marble, Other, Wood
    Laundry Inside, Laundry Tub
    Furnished Unfurnished
  • Style Traditional
    Stories 2
    Construction Block
    Exterior Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Area
    Roof Concrete, Flat, Tile
    Water Source Public
    Septic or Sewer Public Sewer
    Utilities Sewer Available, Water Available
    Security Features Security System, Phone Entry, Security Guard
    Parking Description Attached, Circular Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
    Has Garage Yes
    Garage Spaces 3
    Sprinklers Yes
    Patio / Deck Description Open, Patio, Balcony
  • Elementary School Boca Raton
    Middle School Boca Raton Community
    High School Boca Raton
  • Possession Close Of Escrow, Negotiable
    Property Type Residential
    Property Subtype Single Family Residence
    Year Built 1994
    Status Sold
    Is Senior Community No
    HOA Fee $197
    HOA Frequency Monthly
    Pets Yes
    Tax Year 2012
    Tax Amount $58,813

Listing Courtesy of:

Geraldine F Penniman

Broker: Premier Estate Properties

561-212-3888

gpenniman@premierestateproperties.com

Listing data courtesy of the source MLS.

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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