Marilyn Hoffman
The one Hundred Million Dollar Realtor
By AP Connolly
Marilyn Hoffman’s expertise in selling extraordinary farms, ranches, and estate properties attracts a clientele that reads like a Who’s Who of business, sports, entertainment, and the social register. Golfer Lee Trevino, a Saudi Prince, sports legend Deion Sanders, transportation secretary Milo Bryant, a billionaire Texas oilman, Horatio Alger member Carl Westcott, cosmetics queen Mary Kay, Merv Griffin, and a major sports team owner have all been her clients.
Marilyn recently made history by listing the most expensive home in Texas, a $100,000,000 property. She also sold one of the largest estates in Texas to the new owners of a major sports team. Her sale of a $9,995,000 penthouse in Dallas was the most expensive penthouse ever sold in Dallas.
Marilyn sold a $13,500,000 estate to the owners of a Scottish castle. Her most recent sale was a $20,000,000 estate that she listed, sold, and closed for full price in 24 days. This 35,000 square foot home was the largest and most expensive sale in the state. This estate was previously listed with another international realtor at a lower price and did not sell.
“Marilyn’s aggressive approach to the international marketing of the property resulted in a completed transaction in five months from start to finish. I’m hasten to add that the prior agencies failed completely to do any effective marketing of Brantley Manor, although I did spend a substantial upfront marketing fee with them.”
Marilyn Hoffman sold this 35,000 sq. ft. $20,000,000 estate for full price in only 24 days. It was previously listed with another international realtor for years unsuccessfully.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Rolling Meadows, Westminster
Start your day with a morning horse ride exploring the beautiful grounds and an afternoon of fishing at your private lake followed with an evening of al fresco dining poolside. Located just outside the quaint town of Westminster, this wonderful property is just an hour from Greenville, two hours from both Atlanta and Charlotte, and only 20 minutes from Clemson. These Rolling Meadows are found in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and only minutes from the region’s beautiful lakes, including Jocassee, Keowee, and Hartwell. From the moment you drive through the iron gates of Rolling Meadows, you will be enamored by the perfect blend of grass, stone, and brick, all leading to the beautiful covered front porch and exquisite two-story foyer.
The grand entrance to this home was perfectly designed to be welcoming and inviting, highlighting the natural beauty of the land. The curved, balustrade staircases meet in the impressive marble foyer illuminated by the hand-crafted Swarovski crystal chandelier, rising to frame the majestic balcony and salon, which overlooks the expansive landscape. The gourmet kitchen will entice any chef with its Thermador appliances, beautiful granite countertops, and a comfortable breakfast area. This gorgeous home has eight bedroom en-suites, including the luxurious master suite with a steam room and a fireplace in the sitting area of the suite. There is a private mother’s-in-law apartment on the second level (accessed by both a rear staircase and elevator) that is ideal for extended family living. The home has eight full bathrooms and three half baths.
The main living areas are designed with views of the beautiful landscape, and the lower level provides great space for a variety of leisure activities, including the media room, billiards area, and fitness gym with a sauna. The outdoor patio is equipped with an alfresco kitchen with a large refrigerator, built-in grill, two burner range, and gas lamp lighting. The main home features a four-car attached garage. All levels of this home are serviced by an elevator.
This beautiful estate is an equestrian’s dream home with a well-designed 11-stall barn and endless fenced acres to ride and roam. The barn includes a one-bedroom caretaker’s apartment, a feed and tack room, and a misting system. A three-car garage is attached to the barn. The estate’s privacy is perfect for those who want to enjoy a luxurious country estate, yet desire to be close to major metropolitan cities such as Atlanta, Greenville, Charlotte, and Asheville. The panoramic views of the beautiful Rolling Meadows stocked lake, and refreshing pool inspires relaxation and comfort. Opportunities for biking, hiking, and a variety of water sports are minutes away, with national forest, state parks, numerous waterfalls, and three world-class lakes close by. This home has all the luxuries and comfort you desire for you and your family.
Offered at: $10,000,000 with extensive furnishings. Contact Marilyn Hoffman at Hoffman International Properties (MarilynHoffmanRealtor.com; 214-698-1736 or 214-674-3961).
Secluded on over 56 prime acres of property in the prestigious village of Mill Neck, New York, this Baronial 10,000 square foot manor home is rich with history and amenities. Built for the Pratt family and later acquired by the Rockefeller family, Laurel Hill is accessed through wrought-iron gates by a half-mile tree-lined driveway.
This fully updated brick manor home features 16 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms and 3 half bathrooms. The central air-conditioned lavish home is perfect for grand-scale entertaining with its living room and formal dining room, 3 eat-in kitchens, 6 fireplaces and a fully finished basement. The home has retained all its grandeur and elegance of a bygone era.
The house comes with a 4-bedroom full staff wing, 2 guest houses, a pool and pool house, greenhouse, tennis court as well as a stone patio. A large 9-car garage is a finishing touch for the property.
Offered at $30,000,000.
Contact Marilyn Hoffman at Hoffman International Properties (MarilynHoffmanRealtor.com; 214-698-1736 or 214-674-3961).
This spectacular 4.8-acre estate, custom-built by one of the world’s greatest basketball players, is located in the prestigious suburb of Southlake, only 10 minutes from the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.
An impressive, two-story entrance foyer, wood floors, luxe details, and a spectacular grand staircase come together to create the ultimate estate. Designed for grand-scale entertaining and family living, this 16,477-square-foot estate has it all: a game room with wet bar, dual lane bowling alley, tiered media room, lounge space, and game tables, and an indoor full-court basketball court with separate entrance. There are eight bedrooms, 10.5 baths, six living areas, three fireplaces, a commercial elevator, six garages, an exercise gym, and a safe room.
Plus, with a gourmet, eat-in kitchen, multiple dining areas, and a spacious master suite with a huge bath/dressing complex.
Offered at: $11,400,000 with extensive furnishings.
Contact Marilyn Hoffman at Hoffman International Properties (MarilynHoffmanRealtor.com; 214-698-1736 or 214-674-3961).
A wealth of spectacularly good architecture is represented in this superb estate on 120 breathtaking acres. A beautifully elevated point is home to an equally stunning residence of nearly 14,000 square feet overlooking the loveliest views of the Mississippi River in the quaint area of Imperial, Missouri.
Drive the sloped driveway to the magnificent property, and you might even feel like royalty not just because the estate is in a town with such a regal name! You will have an incredible opportunity to keep the acreage as a private estate or develop part of it. The property has an excellent equestrian facility that can house 12 horses with a riding ring, a pool and spa, along with a detached carriage house, greenhouse, tennis court, workshop and hobby area, and a garage for 16 vehicles. There’s also a caretaker’s home quietly nestled on the land.
Built in 1915 and lovingly restored and kept up pristinely, the two-story foyer invites one to enter the multi-level structure. An amazing staircase greets upon entry and reflects the stature the home deserves. Both levels of the mansion have complete master suites with a total of 6 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. The interior is sublimely comforting with built-in bookcases, cathedral ceilings, historically significant period millwork such as the fireplace mantle. There are three wood-burning fireplaces altogether within the home.
This very private estate lies in splendor and awaits another Imperial family to live inside it and to enjoy all the amenities of the area.
Offered at: $4,250,000.
Contact Marilyn Hoffman at Hoffman International Properties (MarilynHoffmanRealtor.com; 214-698-1736 or 214-674-3961).