Santa Barbara Coastal Contemporary for $15.9 Million

Down a tree-lined drive behind large gates sits this fully remodeled contemporary home. Built on 2.73 acres, this 7,394 square-foot residence was built by Giffin and Crane. it features breathtaking views of Montecito Valley and the sparkling ocean. Taking full advantage of Santa Barbara's unique climate, this home embraces the concept of indoor/outdoor living, featuring expansive living spaces, soaring ceilings and large floor-to-ceiling French doors that open to modern loggias. Outdoor amenities include a luxurious infinity pool and heated patio.

Ocean views are inescapable from the tastefully appointed single level open floor plan with 6 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, a chef's kitchen, a living and family room and a maid or nanny's quarters. The heated patio enjoys views of the rolling lawn, pool and lush award winning gardens.

Only fit for a Santa Barbara residence, this home allows for the quintessential indoor/outdoor living for which the area is known. The olive trees surrounding the property create a peaceful setting within minutes of Montecito.

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Inside Lenny Kravitz's Miami Beach Mansion

On the market for over a year now, this sleek contemporary sits right on the waterfront in Miami Beach. Once belonging to Lenny Kravitz, the home is located at the end of a circular drive with sandy white beaches beckoning from right outside its doors.  Listed for $7,995,000. More information here.

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The Top 10 Most Expensive Home Sales of 2015

Here are the 10 most expensive home sales of 2015, totaling an astounding $445 million all together.

10. 119 Tuscaloosa Ave, Athernon, CA
Price: $35,300,000
Size: 7 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, 20,375 square feet, 1.88-acre lot.
This brand new home in San Francisco’s most expensive ZIP code was listed for 36.8 million in September and sold shortly after.

9. 127 E 70^th Street, New York, NY
Price: $37,000,000
Size: 9,408 square feet, 5-levels
Built in 1920, the former Mellon mansion was purchased by investor Jim Clark.

8.784 Meadow Lane, Southhampton, NY

Price: $37,000,000
Size: 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 6,280 square feet, 4.08 acres. “The 4.08 acres property belonged to the estate of William R. Salomon who helped modernize and broaden Salomon Brothers.”

7.10410 Bellagio Road, Los Angeles, California
Price: $38,000,000
Size: 9 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, 15,727 square feet, 1.68 acre lot
Located in the most exclusive section of Bel Air, the residence includes two motor courts with room for 40 cars.

6.2500 Gordon Drive, Naples, FL
Price: $45,600,000
Size: 9,400 square feet, 3-levels
Initially listed for $80 million, this extravagant home sold in March of 2015

5.616 Nimes Road, Los Angeles, CA
Price: $46,250,000
Size: 11 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 23,988 square feet, 1.63 acres
Also known as the Lionsgate Estate for the two lions on the front gate.

4. 440 Golden Gate Ave, Belvedere, CA
Price: $47,500,000
Size: 5 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, 9,235 sqaure feet, 0.94 acres
Built in 1895, Locksley Hall is on the National Registry of Historic Places. With sweeping views of the Golden Gate and San Francisco, its no wonder the sale of this historic mansion broke the record in Marin County.

3. 1210 Benedict Canyon Drive, Beverly Hills, CA
Price: $47,851,500
Size: 8 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, 19,299 square feet, 2.69 acres
Less than a mile from Sunset Boulevard, this extravagant mansion was purchased by casino mogul Steve Wynn.

2. 25 Columbus Circle, Penthouse 7, New York, NY
Price: $50,917,500
Size: 7 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, 8,882 square feet
This luxury 14-room unit is in the illustrious Time Warner Building.

1. 3315 Collins Ave #B, Miami, FL
Price: $60,000,000
Size: 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 12.516 square feet
Sitting atop the famed Faena House, this 18^th floor penthouse set a sales record in Miami. It includes a private rooftop pool.

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Incredible Bridgehampton Estate With Custom Pond Infinity-Edge Pool

Bridgehampton, New York
$29,995,000

This tranquil estate is located in Bridgehampton south – the exquisite product of master craftsmanship and artistic vision. Nestled between protected land and Sagg Pond, the estate sits on 14 manicured acres of landscaped land. The 1,200 foot main driveway winds through meandering lawns and gardens including apple orchards, private sitting areas overlooking moving streams and unrivaled landscaping.

The residence consists of 6,640 square feet of professionally designed and appointed living space. The home intertwines flow and function to creat the perfect space to relax or entertain. The custom designed pond features a one of a kind merger of a stunning forest view and an infinity edge pool.

The main residence features six unique bedrooms, inclusive of an opulent master retreat complete with sitting area, fireplace and spa-inspired bathroom. The chefs kitchen sits between a sitting room and large living room, each opening onto vine-wrapped covered porches that overlook the stunning landscape. The outdoor dining room blends function and nature offering amazing views of backlit landscaping, specimen trees and cozy sitting areas. The home has been built designed and decorated with the highest quality of materials and furnishings available. The property also includes a one bedroom, one bathroom dock house complete with an outdoor fireplace and sitting area.

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