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Top billing is reserved for the master of the house, and he or she can always reign exclusive in the primary suite. Almost a home inside a home, said Ventre, "the space is like its own apartment." ere's a private sitting area, two spa-like suites, a sun lit soaking tub, dual showers, laundry room, guest quarters and a spiral staircase to a private office. e executive right to privacy doesn't end there. e primary suite also has a secret door that short cuts to the kitchen and points elsewhere, so the commander in chief never has to leave a trace. No need to get lonely, as there's an adjoining den with separate sleeping quarters with a modern soaking tub, twin vanities, double showers, and another private water closet. When its time to stretch your legs, the indoor racquetball court and professionally-equipped workout facility will definitely get the kinks out. With cardio optimized, cool down comes in style in the indoor pool and spa that are surrounded by Ipe wood cladding and stone masonry and feature backlit architectural beams and twenty skylights to create a climate controlled sun-drenched oasis. If outdoor recreational pursuits are more to your liking, you can hit the greens on the expertly designed golf course, complete with sand traps and putting greens, or if you choose to fill the stable with horses, the riding pasture provides plenty of room to gallup. e tennis, basketball and volleyball courts can also get your heart pumping. For those warm days, the outdoor experience includes the Anyslbrite-Quartz pool that is lined with a dark surface sprinkled with crystals to catch the light. "When the sun hits, it's almost like there are little specks of diamonds shining up," Ventre said. e mesmerizing surface can be enjoyed for hours from the 15 stool swim up bar. e adjacent hot tub paves the way to the adjoining cottage. "It has a massive wet bar, a huge kitchen, one and a half bathrooms, bedroom with 2 queen beds, and a living room that is surrounded by windows," Ventre said. Despite its massive size and full slate of amenities, Mattaccino does its part to lighten the load on the environment, equipped with a 156-panel, ground-based solar array that powers the entire compound and costs nearly nothing to run. e views from this property are endless and only matched by the number of possibilities the estate offers. "ere's absolutely no other property like this," Ventre concluded. For more information Salvatore Ventre can be reached at SalVentre.com or 732-232-6005 VUE ON | HOME & DESIGN 70 VUENJ.COM

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