TIERRA VERDE, FLA. (January 12, 2023) — A remarkable Gulf-front Tuscan-style residence has entered the market for $13.995 million. Located at 1571 Oceanview Drive on the most considerable lot along the street, this Italian-influenced estate overlooks picturesque waterfront views. Marketed exclusively by Robyn Gunn of Premier Sotheby's International Realty's St. Petersburg office, details of this property are accessible here.
The estate, designed by architect, Albert Alfonso, was built in 2001. He committed to building an authentic Tuscan farmhouse resembling those in Strada di Borgo Pretale. Traveling to Tuscany twice, the owners, along with the assistance of Albert's uncle, researched, toured, and took hundreds of detailed photos of buildings all over the countryside to capture the true essence and craftsmanship of the local architecture.
The residence encompasses over 12,000 square feet. It has seven bedrooms, eight full baths, three half baths, a library, two offices, an elevator, a wine cellar, a gym, and a four+ car garage. The main level comprises an open floor plan with a living room, gourmet kitchen, casual dining, formal dining room, two offices, and a guest suite. The upper-level features six en-suite bedrooms and a sun-filled library. The lower level has additional storage rooms, a wine cellar, and a gym.
Features of this home include soaring ceilings, Douglas fir beam and plank work, solid mahogany doors, a cool honey-colored, pink-veined Corton limestone spiral staircase, and a stone steeped in French history emanating from the Burgundy region.
A tranquil oasis awaits outside, with expansive covered lounging and dining areas, a fire pit surrounded by a moat, and a salt-generating chlorine pool, heated by a geothermal system utilizing energy efficiency.
The property features neighbors on only one side and Pinellas County-owned, undevelopable land. It's sheltered from storm surges by Gods Island, a barrier island.
“This stunning Gulf-front estate showcases true artisanship and genuine attention to detail among thoughtfully designed spaces," said Robyn Gunn. "A once-in-a-lifetime offering, it also presents a rare opportunity to own a custom home in one of Tampa Bay’s most highly desired communities.”
After discussing and envisioning the home with the owners, Albert took out a watercolor set and, without a single architectural drawing, painted the building almost precisely as it exists today. The small watercolor drawing sits on a tiny easel in the family room.
About Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Headquartered in Naples, Florida, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty has over 1,400 sales professionals in 40 locations throughout Florida and North Carolina. Premier Sotheby’s International Realty also benefits from an association with the storied Sotheby's auction house, established in 1744. The brokerage was founded by The Lutgert Companies, a prominent member of Southwest Florida’s business community since 1964, and is and is proudly associated with Peerage Realty Partners. For more information, visit premiersothebysrealty.com.
