A state of the art, stone and old timbers retreat set in early Jackson Hole ranch country. Sweeping mountain views, hay meadows, spring fed pond, big game wildlife. Private and serene. Convenient to town and the airport. Six bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, 6 fireplaces, media room, screen porch, gym, big decks and patios. Separate 2 bedroom guest house. Sold completely furnished.

Offered @ $17,900,000

Contact Jackie Montgomery @ 307.690.6272 or Jackie.Montgomery@sothebyshomes.com. Or visit www.sothebyshomes.com

Enjoy the distinct pleasure of oceanfront living from this pristine beachfront property with 106 ft of private beach frontage. This charming English country home located down a private lane was originally designed for Kenny Loggins and remodeled by noted architect Andy Neumann. This two-story 3 bedroom, plus an office and den, home has been laid out with precision – taking every possible advantage of the expansive ocean views and features grand rooms, large windows accenting abundant natural light and ever-changing views of the ocean, high vaulted ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, a formal dining room, an oak-paneled den, a luxurious master suite with a private balcony overlooking the rear gardens and panoramic ocean views, charming English country accents and handcrafted wrought iron detailing throughout, and complete with several oceanfront balconies, terraces and a charming carriage house guest house.

Offered @ $24,000,000

Contact Harry Kolb @ 805.452.2500 or harry@harrykolb.com. Or visit www.sbestatehomes.com

A Carmel Landmark available for sale or rent. One block to Carmel Beach or Town, galleries, restaurants and shops. There is no more coveted address. This stunning property located on the prestigious corner of Ocean Avenue and Scenic Road in Carmel-by-the-Sea, is superior in location, size, quality and style. The grounds, lush gardens, and patios are like none you’ve ever seen in Carmel. Gorgeous trees and flowers surround this luxurious property that comes with a list of extras and amenities and unprecedented access to local events and golf. There are 4 bedrooms, including a romantic master suite with claw foot tub, fireplace and private ocean view deck, living room, library, and a family TV room with a pullout Queen sleeper that opens to the front garden patio. There are several fireplaces, including one in the commercial grade kitchen, and French and Dutch doors throughout. Dip into the sunken in-ground hot tub at your leisure. Two single car garages.

Contact The Mitchell Family Team @ 831.622.1000 or shelly@carmel-realty.com. Or visit www.carmel-realty.com

When native Montanans Marilyn and John Olson bought the rustic Bear Dance Inn during the mid-1990s, it was love at first sight. Their dream: to one day transform this historic lakefront retreat into a private haven for themselves and a handful of owners who share their passion for Northwest Montana. Bear Dance is the realization of that dream.

Secluded within its own protected cove, the private enclave of Bear Dance presents a new interpretation of luxury. Old-world artistry meets Montana’s warm Western spirit in eight individually crafted residences tailored to connoisseurs of Flathead Lake living.

“We wanted to create something Bigfork would be proud of that brought a new level of exceptional quality and personalized service to the Rocky Mountain region,” says owner Marilyn Olson. John Olson adds: “The history of this lakefront property is unique. Since the 1930s, families have been drawn to the beauty of this sheltered cove. Our vision was to embrace that spirit in Bear Dance and create a legacy for the community.”

Enter the handcrafted gates of Bear Dance and be transported back to an era when architecture was an art form. Eight distinctive residences, one of which will be a vacation home for the Olsons, comprise a private enclave catering to discerning buyers in search of a truly unique, intimate and limited-edition living experience on Flathead Lake.

Blending elements of Montana craftsmanship and old-world hideaways, Bear Dance’s transcendent architecture is an original interpretation of its Rocky Mountain setting. No two homes are alike and all offer picturesque lake views. Experiential floor plans, spanning 2,500 to 3,800 square feet, lend themselves to all styles of entertaining—a favorite Flathead pastime. Sustainable principles include locally sourced “green” materials and energy-efficient systems.

“Bear Dance gave us an opportunity to introduce a whole new architectural statement that integrates local craftsmanship, indigenous materials, sustainable practices and modern technology into a timeless residential enclave that appears to have evolved organically over generations,” shares Ron Incoronato, Master Builder and Craftsman.

Ownership includes rare, private boat slips with full-service docks, so residents can take their boats out on a whim. The Bear Dance Residential Concierge is also available to arrange for private outings on the Flathead, insider experiences in Bigfork Village and customized adventures throughout Glacier County.

Situated just around the bend from the small-town charms of Bigfork Village, Bear Dance invites seven connoisseurs to cultivate life in a genuine Montana work of art.

Attractive, new style in-town living. Contemporary design with stone, metal and wood. Built in 2001. Located on the east end of Kelly overlooking the May Park and barn. Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths, cathedral ceiling living room/dining/kitchen area. Large balcony/study space overlooking the great room. North, south and east decks; hottub; enclosed yard on the south. Two car garage. Contact us for more details and to see this property.

Offered @ $1,495,000

Contact Jackie Montgomery toll free @ 877.739.8123 or Jackie.Montgomery@SothebysHomes.com. Or visit SothebysHomes.com

This beautiful new custom built home offers numerous luxurious features, which include 12-foot-high tray ceilings, travertine bathroom, teak flooring, Kohler and Hans Grohe fixtures, master spa shower and Jacuzzi tub, and custom cabinets with granite countertops.

This exceptional Creston computerized smart house also features Bermuda roofing, Anderson windows and doors, colonial hurricane rated shutters, a tumble travertine driveway, coral stone porches, Molteni dressing rooms and closets, a 10,000-gallon rainwater tank, an infinity heated pool and spa, 80 KW automatic generator, and a teak dock to accommodate up to a 115-foot yacht and 30,000 pound boat lift. This spectacular home is offered fully furnished.

The discerning residents of the Ocean Club Estates enjoy beaches, a world-class Tom Weiskopf golf course, Club House, the Beach Club with pool and tennis courts on famous Cabbage Beach, and the use of the facilities at the One&Only Ocean Club and the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island, with tennis courts, spas, swimming pools, beach facilities, restaurants, and marina, as well as 24-hour security.

Offered @ $12,000,000

Contact Kingsley Edgecombe Jr. @ 242.424.4959 or kingsley@kingsrealty.com. Or visit www.kingsrealty.com

Rapper 50 Cent is singing he “got money” but his Farmington, CT, mansion isn’t helping in that department. Within two years, the price on his 50,000 square-foot estate has been slashed from $18.5 to $14.5 million. Taken off the market in May, the house was re-listed this past Thursday with a new asking price of $10.9 million. Even that is an optimistic number. Rob Giuffria with Prudential Premier Homes believes the residence won’t sell for more than $5 million in the quiet Connecticut suburb. The home resides on 17 acres of land and boasts 19 bedrooms, 37 bathrooms, a gym, disco dance room complete with stripper poles, billiard rooms and racquetball courts. 50 Cent, born Curtis James Jackson, bought the property from Mike Tyson for $4.1 million and spent an estimated $10 million on renovations and additions. The reason for the move? The G-unit is a NYC man at heart and is tired of the long commute. “Yeah I live in CT, but I run New York.”

Via NY Daily News

Ocean, Island and mountain views grace this very private 32+- acre Carpinteria ranch property. The inspirational house was designed by world renowned architect Roland Terry and featured in both Architectural Digest and several books written about him. In one of the books about his work Mr. Terry is quoted as saying “this is my favorite house I designed”.

Currently planted in Avocados (10 -11 acres) and in the Williamson Act. One can expand the large two bedroom home; add a guest house, manager quarters and barn. Properties like this don’t become available often.

Offered @ $5,350,000

Contact Suzanne Perkins @ 805.895.2138 or Suzanne@suzanneperkins.com. Or visit www.suzanneperkins.com

Miami Shore’s most imposing Mediterranean on vast corner lot. Lovingly restored,7/5 is a fine example of the era with upgrades fit for today without compromising original charm. A grand porte-cochere & great hall, liv/din area with Florida Room. A huge working fireplace. New eat-in imported Italian kitchen. Large deck & garden w/ Jacuzzi. Floor to ceiling windows. Guest house w/three beds & a bath. Feature tiles, wood floors, pristine period bathrooms, spectacular staircase add to the original character.

Offered @ $995,000

Contact Jean Louis Delbake @ 305.305.0660 or jld@jldmiami-realestate.com. Or visit www.jldmiami-realestate.com.

Completed in 2003, Coyote House is Jack Chandler at his best. Beautifully situated in a private five-acre wooded canyon, the house snuggles into the surrounding landscape, looking very much at home in this classic Napa Valley setting. The sloping canyon provided Jack with the possibility of creating a terraced hillside garden, culminating in a shaded pergola, complete with a spring-fed grotto, the perfect spot for admiring the view beyond. Just the place for a Sunday hammock nap or an elaborate al fresco feast!

The 4000 square foot main house is an unusual combination of rather grand “public” rooms and cozy private spaces. The soaring dining and living rooms open effortlessly to the outside terraces, celebrating the indoor-outdoor living California does so well. Being a serious cook, Jack made sure the kitchen works both efficiently and aesthetically, whether you’re preparing a meal for two or twelve.  And then there’s the outdoor kitchen, complete with its poolside wood-fired oven, just the thing to really impress family and friends.

A few things not to miss: the rose-covered guest house (so appealing that guests don’t want to leave), the bocce ball court hugging the side of the pond, the private card room below the main house, and the XXX-pound bathroom sinks, custom-carved from single blocks of marble in Italy.

Noted as a landscape architect, building designer, and sculptor, Jack often blurs the lines between his considerable talents. Indoor spaces often feel sculptural, outdoor spaces act as rooms, while the landscape softens and contains it all in its own verdant world, delighting the senses at every turn.

Offered @ $3,600,000

Contact Julia Brooks Larsen @ 707.225.3710 or jlarsen@morganlane.com. Or visit www.juliabrookslarsen.com