Grizzly Glamour In United States’ Third Most Photographed Home

by | Aug 3, 2018 | Lux Stays

Villa Casuarina

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Villa Casuarina’s death-defying beauty

Built in the 1930s, Villa Casuarina evokes the life of Versace before, during and after Gianni. The third most photographed home in the United States behind Graceland and The White House, Villa Casuarina has the dubious honour of being the extravagant setting of the salacious murder of the fashion icon.
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Casa Casuarina incredible mosaic swimming pool deck & upper terrace

Casa Casuarina incredible mosaic swimming pool deck & upper terrace

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Originally built by the heir to The Standard Oil fortune, Alden Freeman was also a descendant of the Mayflower, who enjoyed travelling the world and a fascination with the life of Christopher Columbus. He dreamed of creating a Bohemian society from Coral Gables to Coconut Grove, always inviting people he met from around the world to stay with him.
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Mosaic swimming pool lined with 24-karat gold, featuring Versace’s Medusa logo

Mosaic swimming pool lined with 24-karat gold, featuring Versace’s Medusa logo

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The mansion’s unspeakable opulence reflects Gianni Versace’s genius, including two rooms made out of seashells and another featuring entire walls covered with detailed mosaics. Unique suites include the Aviary Suite which features an extravagant world of hummingbirds and parrots with a private terrace, the Empire Suite depicting scenes of the Ottoman Empire, and the Azure Suite decorated in rich creams and blues. All suites feature larger-than-life mural-covered walls and lavish textures.
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Versace Mansion Entry

Versace Mansion Entry

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Versace Mansion Venus Suite Bedroom

Versace Mansion Venus Suite Bedroom

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Lounge in the Mosaic Garden at the incredible mosaic swimming pool lined with 24-karat gold, which highlights Versace’s Medusa logo created by artisans in his hometown of Calabria, Italy and shipped in segments for the construction of the 54-foot pool in Miami. Enjoy Gianni’s for a beautiful Sunday brunch or dinner under the stars for the most luxurious glimpse into the setting’s glamorous past and South Beach’s best Mediterranean cuisine. vmmiamibeach.com 

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