Winter Park, FLA. (April 13, 2022) — Casa Bianca, the extraordinary Winter Park estate owned by the esteemed Mennello family, has entered the market for $11.5 million; it is the first time the landmark property has been available for sale in over 40 years. Located at 1311 Via Tuscany in the distinguished Vias neighborhood, this elegant residence has a rich local history. The residence of the late Michael and Marilyn Mennello — museum founders and philanthropists — Casa Bianca has hosted countless lavish social and political events, welcoming past presidents, governors, actors, international artists and musicians. The lakefront listing is marketed exclusively by Mick Night and John Pinel of Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Winter Park office; view the details here.
Originally built in 1947, the estate rests on 1.51 lakefront acres that showcase breathtaking sunset scenes over Lake Maitland, the largest lake on the Winter Park Chain of Lakes. Featuring approximately 11,000 square feet under air, the home is surrounded by lush landscaping with gorgeous palms and majestic oaks. Blending sophistication and grandeur, this exceptional six-bedroom, eight-bath residence boasts an array of spectacular living spaces — most notably, a stunning 2,500-square-foot ballroom with a 40-foot ceiling. Multiple walls of glass highlight a private outdoor retreat complete with pool, outdoor living area and boathouse offering a deck and balcony primed to enjoy the best of Central Florida’s lakefront lifestyle.
“On the market for the first time in over 40 years, this remarkable home presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Winter Park history," said Mick Night and John Pinel. "Casa Bianca is a legacy estate whose storied past is an important part of Central Florida’s cultural landscape.”
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