8901 Arvida Ln, Coral Gables, FL 33156

The residence

Tucked away at the end of the lagoon in guard-gated Gables Estates, this 2.38-acre retreat unfolds before the water, offering space, silence, and one of the longest views in Coral Gables. The property offers 245 ft of deep-water frontage with sweeping, wide-open water views from the head of the lagoon. Over 600 species of palms, trees, and plants. +/- 90 ft dock with no bridges to Biscayne Bay. Designed by famed architect Rafael Portuondo: 14,000+ SF of living space, 6 bedrooms, 9 full and 3 half baths, Groin-vaulted arches, 25-ft ceilings, marble and wood floors, Finestra impact windows and doors, 11-ft elevation, elevator, 8-zone A/C, and Lutron lighting. Main level: double-height living room with coffered ceiling, dining room with temperature-controlled wine room, Wolf and Sub-Zero kitchen, family room with exposed-beam vaulted ceiling and full bar, home theater, billiard room, two offices, chapel with custom woodwork and stained glass, and staff quarters with laundry. Upstairs primary suite with sitting area, balcony, wet bar, his and hers walk-in closets, and gorgeous onyx spa-bath. Outdoors: mosaic-tiled pool, marble deck, covered terraces, summer kitchen, and detached waterfront gym with bath and second-floor sun deck and hot tub. Guest villa with living room, dining room, kitchen, and en-suite bedroom, connected by covered loggia to the main estate. Four-car air-conditioned garage.