Sharon Day, U.S. envoy to Costa Rica, lists L’Hermitage penthouse in Fort Lauderdale for $5.225 million
Her diplomatic duties in
Day was sworn in as ambassador in September. She became a nominee for the post after more than two decades as a
Locally, she served as chair of the
A widow with two grown children and five grandchildren, the penthouse became too large for one person, Pfefer said.
She said Day and her late husband, Larry, were the original occupants of the penthouse, which they acquired in late 1997 at the pre-construction price of
"They created this space to entertain," Pfefer said. "While there are other penthouses, hers is quite different."
The walls are curved so Day could display her art collection -- gallery-style -- all around the residence. An elevator is in the middle of the penthouse. There are two kitchens: one in the back and one in the front.
Located at the end of
The penthouse sits atop L'Hermitage I, the southern tower of the complex. The residence has four bedrooms, four full and two partial bathrooms. It also boasts two offices, a "master retreat" area with wet bar, roman tub, dual vanities and his-and-hers-walk-in closets. Commanding views of the
L'Hermitage residents have easy walking access to the beach. Inside the gated complex, they can avail themselves of two tennis courts, pools, saunas, a cafe, concierge, valet and fitness center.
Pfefer said the penthouse was previously placed on the market in January, but removed in May. Coldwell Banker picked up the listing this month.
Who would move into such a customized, expansive pad?
"It depends on someone's lifestyle," Pfefer said. It might well serve as a good second or third residence, she suggested, "where families come down and can relax and have a vacation."
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