- Overview: The story unfolds around an abandoned $10.5 million mansion, including luxury cars, and traces back to its original owner, Robert, who built it for his family.
The Visionary Behind the Mansion
- Robert’s Background:
- Successfully graduated from a prestigious medical school.
- Became a renowned surgeon, a father to four, and a leisure pilot.
- Owned more than half a dozen medical offices before deciding to build his dream home in 2006.
The Mansion’s Grandeur
- Luxurious Features:
- Size: 30,000 square feet spread across three levels, excluding a full basement.
- Amenities: Eleven bedrooms, thirteen bathrooms, visitors’ quarters, indoor pool, outdoor sports complex, four-car garage, mahogany library, and an elevator.
- Design: Emphasized elegance and sophisticated architecture, with a construction cost of ten million dollars.
The Family’s Dream and Tragic Turn
- Moving In and Tragedy:
- The family moved into the mansion during its construction phase.
- Robert and his 13-year-old son died in a plane crash, leading to unforeseen financial ruin.
Financial Downfall
- The Collapse:
- Robert’s life insurance was void due to unpaid premiums.
- The family owed $8 million on the mansion with monthly mortgage payments of $50,000.
- Unable to sell the unfinished mansion, it was eventually abandoned.
The Mansion Today
- Abandonment and Decay:
- The bank ceased the mortgage hold three months after the family’s financial collapse.
- The mansion suffers from water damage, contributing to its decay.
- Left behind were valuable items including designer clothing, luxury cars, and opulent furniture.
Invitation to Explore
- Discover the Unfulfilled Dream:
- An invitation to journey through the mansion and uncover the story of a dream home that never fully materialized.
