Home Features

Inside, a unique circular entry wrought from custom doors, Makrana marble and skylights conveys a true sense of arrival. Ahead, a myriad of entertaining spaces invites you to gather, commune and live life to its fullest. A walk-up bar opens to the primary entertaining room, beautifully crafted to serve as both a grand living room and top-notch performance space with excellent acoustics, walls of glass, extraordinary ceiling details and a bookmatched green marble fireplace surround hand-chosen in Italy. Head to the game room to discover another well-stocked bar, distinctive millwork and access to the covered patio for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. Enjoy elevated movie nights in the spectacular home theater featuring stadium seating with a dozen reclining massage chairs, excellent A/V equipment and dramatic lighting. An office, meditation room, home gym and craft room create an ideal destination for every mood and activity.

Plan your next extravagant dinner party or lavish, large-scale event in the expansive indoor-outdoor dining room anchored by a custom blue Macauba marble table. A private sculpture patio creates a seamless flow from sit-down meals to after-dinner drinks and conversation, while the world-class kitchen and breakfast room attend to gatherings both large and intimate. Custom cabinetry and polished granite countertops surround a Sub-Zero refrigerator-freezer and a fleet of Miele appliances, including a vented six-burner cooktop, two convection ovens, two dishwashers and two microwaves. The adjacent butler's pantry aids in gracious hosting with warming drawers, refrigerator and freezer drawers, a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, abundant cabinetry and two walk-in storage pantries.

Outside, the true splendor of Lake Taylor living comes alive. Retreat to the sprawling covered patio filled with magnificent custom bench swings, ceiling fans and glistening stone tile. A full summer kitchen makes al fresco meals irresistible, while the stunning pool and fire pit beckon on warm summer days and starry evenings. Lush landscaping includes towering trees, rolling lawns and a geometric strolling garden featuring birch trees, fragrant gardenias and flowering pittosporum. Throughout the massive property, a series of white stone steps create a rhythmic march toward the water, calling to mind the great monuments of India.

This fine home's extensive systems and amenities cater to a life of ease and convenience. Four Carrier HVAC units provide year-round comfort, and the upstairs storage room is perfect for luggage thanks to a laundry chute leading directly to the large utility room below. A mudroom ensures organized arrivals and departures with benches and storage, while the attached staff quarters include a kitchenette and back-stair access to the upper level. The garage and carport deliver covered parking for five vehicles with an adjacent storage room, while a full bathroom in the mechanical yard is ideal for tradesman access.

Welcome to Lakeshore Drive, a timeless objet d'art that is immensely creative and effortlessly livable.