6500 Solitude Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37416 (MLS# 1357855)

Supplements: The cost of construction on this estate was $40M in the year 2007. 23,000 square feet, heated garages with tile floors and custom built cabinetry. 4 car garage attached...and 2 plus car garage detached exist...thereby totaling 6 car plus Garages. The plans were designed by John Sholtz of Phoenix, Arizona. Gated entrance with elaborate iron fence b ... (Read more) The cost of construction on this estate was $40M in the year 2007. 23,000 square feet, heated garages with tile floors and custom built cabinetry. 4 car garage attached...and 2 plus car garage detached exist...thereby totaling 6 car plus Garages. The plans were designed by John Sholtz of Phoenix, Arizona. Gated entrance with elaborate iron fence built on site surrounding the property. Total privacy at the end of a quiet waterfront street. Subject adjoins 40+ acres of TVA land for hiking and wildlife enjoyment. A two story waterfall graces the entrance of "Chateau des Reves". The grounds are lush with over 40 custom iron designed gas lanterns, bronze outdoor sculptures, pavilions, gazebos, and separate venue/garage building. In total, the house features 5 fireplaces, 4 wet bars, and 4 full kitchens. All interior doors are 2.5" solid mahogany. The door frames are hand carved mahogany. Solid bronze handles from Lithuania. Fabulous lake views from most every room. The family room features 30 ft ceilings with hand carved black walnut beamed ceilings(a smaller duplicate of The Biltmore version). The nearby study also features hand carved black walnut with over 2000 individual pieces with a bathroom and wet bar. The luxurious master suite features a hidden ceiling projector. Master closet also features built in cabinetry from England's renowned Clive Christian. The club level wet bar features a domed mother of pearl ceiling. Too many of the finest features money can buy to mention. Chattanooga, Tennessee has been featured in the top 5 list of cities in the United States as the best overall places to live(included, but not limited to, the cost of living). Combined with this first time offered this magnificent estate and site makes for truly a rare find. Must see to appreciate if you can take it all in. Truly for the most discriminating buyer. Timeless quality. Proof of ability to purchase must be provided to listing agent prior to the setting of any appointments. All appointments require 3 to 5 days advanced notice. The subject estate is offered via VRM(value range marketing) meaning $14M to $19M = can be sold furnished. Furnishings were obtained from all over the world by a number of designers and decorators.