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The $115 million Tampa Playground has a go-kart track and a bowling alley

A spectacular waterfront complex that offers every amenity imaginable, including a go-kart track, bowling alley, culinary wing, hidden theater, wellness center and lounge with full-service bar, has just hit the market in Florida for an eye-popping $115 million.

If the property comes anywhere close to that lofty ask, it would break the record for the most expensive residential home ever sold in the Tampa Bay area.

The 87-acre lakefront property in Tampa, FL known as The Oaks Estate overlooks Lake Thonotosassa and is directly accessible by seaplane or helicopter. It is the ideal place for a wealthy buyer to retreat in the beautiful sun.

The breathtaking complex, which tops the list of most expensive homes of the week, comes with multiple structures.

A gas-lit guardhouse marks the entrance to the sprawling estate, which is anchored by a 42,000-square-foot French Norman castle that serves as a lavish primary residence. Opulent details throughout this mansion include hand-scraped French oak floors, 10-foot mahogany doors, limestone columns and a floating glass boardroom.

Other over-the-top amenities include a billiards room, hammam/sauna, indoor saltwater pool, men’s lounge, primary suite with custom locker rooms and a professional fitness complex.

The extensive grounds also feature equestrian facilities, including a barn with six stables, a 5-hectare fenced property and three paddocks, a jogging track and a detached two-bedroom guesthouse.

The home, built in 2012, last traded in 2021 for $16.7 million. Erika and Don Wallacefounder of Lazydays RV, sold the estate to the current owner, a real estate investor Steven Lempera. Lempera and his wife later added a 51-acre parcel, which they purchased for $3.65 million, to the property.

Breathtaking estates on the list of most expensive homes of the week include an actress Candice Bergen‘s New York co-op, a Montecito mansion hitting the market for the seventh time, and an ultra-luxurious Florida mansion.

Price: $35,000,000

Five-storey townhouse: Real estate magnate Richard LeFrak wants to say goodbye again to the 8,800-square-foot mansion he bought in 2005 for $14.5 million.

The six-bedroom limestone mansion features a white marble-clad gallery, a dining room designed for large-scale entertaining and seating for 30 guests, and a newly renovated chef’s kitchen with a utility room that overlooks a private outdoor garden. A wood-paneled library, a living room with fireplace, a third-floor primary suite with a marble bathroom, and top-floor guest bedrooms with private bathrooms are all found in the expansive home.

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A “perfectly finished basement” provides a blank canvas for the next buyer.

Serena Boardman of Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage is the listing agent.

Mansion in New York, NYRealtor.com

Price: $35,000,000

Central Park Cooperative: This four-bedroom terraced house takes up the entire 16th floor and is reportedly home to the actress Candice Bergenwho shared it with her late husband, Marshall Rosewho died last year.

Overlooking Central Park and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, the ‘exceptional apartment’ sits atop the Rosario Candela– The designed building features ‘rare glass terrace bores’ that provide panoramic views of the park.

A private elevator opens to a grand gallery with three entertainment areas, including a nearly 30-foot living room with French doors leading to a private terrace. An eat-in kitchen has a breakfast area with patio doors that provide access to a balcony with skyline views.

A primary suite with a fireplace, a wood-clad library, a utility room that converts into a fitness center, and separate staff quarters can also be found throughout the historic home.

Serena Boardman of Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage is the listing agent.

Cooperative in New York, NYRealtor.com

Price: $35,000,000

Martha’s Vineyard Retreat: This 60-acre estate overlooking the Atlantic Ocean features over 800 feet of ocean frontage.

The spacious plot is home to four buildings, including an original 1842 farmhouse that has been “meticulously restored and completely modernized,” along with a bunk house and guesthouse designed for extended family and friends. A newly constructed two-car garage provides increased storage space.

The gated property last traded in 2021 for $25 million.

Grace Hagerty of Grace Hagerty Real Estate is the listing agent.

60 acre estate in Chilmark, MassachusettsRealtor.com

Price: $40,000,000

Desert Oasis: Built in 2020, this Paradise Valley estate sits on 1.97 acres with spectacular views of Mummy Mountain.

The eight-bedroom mansion features 20,919 square feet of modern living space with white oak floors, oak cabinetry and full home automation. Lavish amenities include double wine walls with 432 bottles, a lower level entertainment area with lounge/bar, theater, salon/spa with sauna, massage room and fitness room. Other highlights include a safe room, a shooting range, an indoor go-kart track, a resort-inspired pool with outdoor kitchen, a two-suite guesthouse and a studio casita.

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A 6,000-square-foot garage can accommodate 18 vehicles plus elevators.

Katrina Barrett by Walt Danley Local Luxury Christie’s International Real Estate is the listing agent.

Desert estate in Paradise Valley, AZRealtor.com

Price: $42,000,000

Rebuilt mansion by the sea: This gated oceanfront estate was built in 1991 and “completely rebuilt” in 2017.

Inside the five-bedroom home you will find European white oak and limestone floors, coffered ceilings, custom millwork and French doors to the outdoor area. The 5,970 square foot floor plan features 6.5 modern bathrooms, an elevator and a main floor guest suite.

The nearly 1-acre lot also offers a saltwater pool with spa and private beach access.

Dana Koch of The Corcoran Group–FL Palm Beach is the listing agent.

Townhouse in Gulfstream, FLRealtor.com

Price: $45,000,000

Duplex penthouse: This four-bedroom mansion was owned by the British rocker Lurch and his wife, Trudie Stylerwho sold it to the current owners for $50 million in 2018.

Despite trading hands, the 5,000-square-foot apartment has never been occupied since the rock star and his wife moved out, according to Gimme Shelter, as reported in the New York Post. Opulent details found throughout the two-story home include large windows, a sculptural curved staircase, a living room with French doors opening to a terrace overlooking Central Park, and an upstairs primary suite with two dressing rooms and dual bathrooms.

A monthly association fee of $14,282 provides the community with access to a fitness center, lap pool, spa facilities, movie theater and dining options in the Robert A. M. Stern– designed building.

Michael Lorber of Douglas Elliman is the listing agent.

Penthouse in New York, NYRealtor.com

Price: $55,000,000

Brand new townhouse on the water: Located in an exclusive enclave with dedicated police patrols, this recently completed gated estate offers 45 meters of water frontage with a new sea wall and jetty.

Designed as a private resort, the glamorous six-bedroom ‘smart’ mansion offers every conceivable amenity so you never have to leave. From a 4K laser theater and fully custom gym to a wellness suite and club and bar areas, the glittering 14,000-square-foot residence is built for entertaining. There is also a 25-metre mosaic swimming pool with water features, a ‘rooftop experience like no other’ and an eight-car multi-storey garage.

It is offered fully furnished.

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Dov Stark of Charles Rutenberg Realty Fort Lauderdale is the listing agent.

New gated estate in Fort Lauderdale, FLRealtor.com

Price: $65,000,000

Far away: After listing this eight-bedroom mansion six times with a drastically reduced price tag, a billionaire couple is hoping the seventh time will prove to be a lucky charm.

The 10.5-hectare estate is being offered for a $5 million increase after last year’s $60 million listing and is owned by a businessman Peter Sperling and his wife, Stephaniewhich originally put it on the market in July 2021 for $74 million. Sperling is the former chairman of the Apollo Group and the son of the founder of the University of Phoenix Johannes Sperling.

Built in 1917, the Francis T. Underhill–designed estate offers European-style interiors with a redesigned open kitchen. Highlights include an aviary, billiards room, card room, art studio, dance studio, home office, screening room and staff quarters.

Covered patios and terraces overlook the manicured grounds with fountains, an in-ground pool and spa.

Timothy Di Prizito from AKGRE Inc. is the listing agent.

Far Away Mansion in Montecito, CARealtor.com

Price: $85,000,000

Villa Tramonto: This ultra-luxurious Sunset Island mansion with 150 feet of water frontage is under construction and expected to be completed later this summer.

Outstanding highlights include an Arclinea-designed chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, a 2,000-square-foot primary suite with separate sitting room, a fitness center and an air-conditioned car gallery for 10 cars in the 6,000-square-foot lower level. The terraces overlook the double-deck infinity pool with water walls, a steam room and a sauna. There is also a roof terrace with a private hot tub where you can enjoy the breathtaking views.

According to the offer, the sale includes a one-year membership to Sunset Padel.

Julian Johnston of The Corcoran Group is the listing agent.

Villa Tramonto in Miami Beach, FLRealtor.com

Price: $115,000,000

The Oaks Estate: This 87-hectare waterfront estate overlooking Lake Thonotosassa is exclusively accessible by seaplane or helicopter and has every conceivable amenity.

A French Normandy-inspired castle surrounded by a stone wall on 36 hectares offers 42,782 square meters of luxurious living space. Opulent details include hand-scraped French oak floors, arched mahogany doors and massive limestone columns. A culinary wing has custom high-end appliances and a butler’s kitchen. The Oak Room lounge is designed for entertaining and features a full-service bar, wine storage, limestone fireplace and a hidden theater.

On site you will also find a bowling alley, a wellness center, a cinema, an indoor saltwater pool, an outdoor pool, a karting circuit, riding stables, a mile-long jogging path and a car workshop.

Eddy Martinez of ONE Sotheby’s International Realty is the listing agent.

The Oaks Estate in Tampa, FLRealtor.com

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