SimplyAbuDhabi XV

2 6 0 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I A rare opportunity to live in a work of art, this Grand Italian palazzo on Lake Travis was patterned after Andrea Palladio’s famous ‘Villa Rotunda’ in Vicenza, Italy. Some of his most influential villas survive in the Veneto region around Venice, Italy. Andrea Palladio (1508-1580) remains the most influential architect in the history of architecture. This romantic palazzo has 9,760 square feet showcasing classic Italian architecture with rich mahogany, imported Italian tile and Carrara marble. Designed and built by one of America’s foremost entrepreneurs for his own personal estate, this property has all the elegance and grandeur of a bygone era, yet all the modern conveniences for grand-scale entertaining and family living. Resting on a private, 16-acre, hilltop peninsula with a staggering 270-degree view of Lake Travis, the first view of this palatial estate is captured from an awe-inspiring stone- and-grass drive lined with ivy-covered walls. Built in 2004 with eight bedrooms, nine baths, and eight living areas by prominent Austin architect David Shiflet, the estate remains true to Palladio’s original ‘Villa Rotunda’ concept, which was laid out in a symmetrical axis with archways leading to complimentary wings and loggias. At the very heart of the home is a magnificent grand rotunda with a massive domed ceiling that draws the eye upward and around. Exquisite Venetian mouldings adorn rounded walls. Gorgeous, hand-cast stone fireplaces complement rooms rich with mahogany, and French doors are crowned by arched Palladian windows. Offered at USD$12,500,000, furnished. www.AustinsFinestWaterfrontEstate.com Bella Riva “La Rotunda” Marilyn Hoffman HOFFMAN INTERNATIONAL PROPERTIES TEL – +1 214 698 1736 CELL – +1 214 674 3961 MarilynHoffman@sbcglobal.net www.MagnificentProperties.com www.MarilynHoffmanRealtor.com Austin’s finest waterfront estate – Austin, Texas