The homes of the wealthy are mirrors of their style, class and good taste when it comes to living. Let’s take a peek into some of the homes which are considered to be the most expensive and luxuriously done up.
Antilla, the home of Mr. Mukesh Ambani, head honcho of the Reliance petro-chemical Group is the most expensive abode in the world at $1 billion. This 27 storey, 570 foot tall building not only looks magnificent but has plush interiors done up with exclusive décor and modern fittings.
Villa Leopolda in the Cote d’Azur, France comes in at second in the pricey homes list. This 80,000 square feet chateau built by King Leopold II includes extensive gardens, sports courts, a movie theatre, a bowling alley, 19 bedrooms and several kitchens is home to French banker Edmund Safira.
The Penthouse which is located at Number 1 Hyde Park- the most exclusive address in London, has bullet proof glass windows, iris scanners, SAS guard, panic rooms, 24 hour room service and an underground tunnel leading to the Mandarin Hotel. The main building itself is exclusive and boasts of spas, wine tasting rooms, squash courts, etc.
Fairfield Pond is deemed to be the largest residence in America with a 63 acre area. This 29 bedroom home of Ira Rennert has a bowling alley, tennis courts, an exclusive hot tub, pools and much more.
The Hearst Mansion in Beverly Hills has 29 bedrooms, 3 pools and superbly done up interiors. It has played host to some of the most famous names and has been used as a shooting location in Hollywood.
The Franchuk Villa named after its occupant, Elena Franchuk is a luxurious home which has been restored and its Victorian design brought to the fore along with beautiful interiors.
The Pinnacle in Montana, though comparatively small, is located in picturesque surroundings with the entire house, starting from the driveway, being heated and fireplaces in all its bathrooms.
The Manor in Los Angeles is a posh sprawling property that includes 123 rooms, numerous kitchens, a skating rink, sports courts, a private orchard, pools, a bowling alley, etc.
Updown Court in Surrey, England is a secluded property which drips luxury and plush interiors and exteriors which are well looked after.
The last but not the least is Dracula’s Castle in Romania which is as famous for the myth surrounding it as it is for its historical and architectural impact that sees a lot of tourists visiting this castle.
