1280 S Ocean Boulevard, Manalapan, FL

About this home

Commanding 151± feet of direct ocean frontage, Villa Rebecca is a rare ocean-to-Intracoastal estate that epitomizes timeless European elegance. Set on 1.33± acres of manicured grounds in the enclave of Manalapan, this Italian-inspired residence was designed by renowned architect Shane Ames. Spanning more than 30,000 total square feet, with nearly 16,000 square feet of living space, the gated compound offers 9 bedrooms, 13 full and 4 half baths, and a separate 2-bedroom guest house. A dramatic three-story foyer with a sweeping marble staircase and a 35-foot chandelier sets a regal tone, leading to grand living and dining rooms accented by Venetian plaster ceilings, intricate millwork, and imported hand-carved marble floors. The chef's kitchen features double Sub-Zeros, a Wolf gas range, dual ovens, warming drawers, and twin walk-in refrigerators. Designed for refined entertaining, the residence showcases a European-style mahogany pub, custom theater, wine cellar, and expansive marble loggias with a summer kitchen, bar, and resort-style pool. The primary suite offers a private terrace overlooking the ocean, dual baths, and boutique-style dressing rooms. Additional highlights include a private office, wellness center with gym, sauna, steam shower, and massage room, two elevators, a Crestron Smart Home system, backup generator, a 20+ car climate-controlled garage, and deepwater dockage. Moments from Palm Beach, the Eau Resort & Spa, and Worth Avenue, Villa Rebecca defines the pinnacle of South Florida oceanfront luxury.

Area

Manalapan

MLS #

R11138470

Listing agent

Gary B Pohrer

Sold for

$37,000,000

Sold on

April 7, 2026

Living area (m²)

1,474 m²

Price per m²

$25,101

Property tax (per year)

$525,483 (2025)

Year built

2007

Floors in the building

4

Parking

Garage: 20

Pets

Allowed

Furnished

Unfurnished

Waterfront

Yes

Private pool

Yes

Flooring

Marble, Parquet, Wood

View

Intercoastal, Ocean, Pool

Listed

November 6, 2025

Interior features

• Bidet
• Built In Features
• Cathedral Ceilings
• Dining Area
• Separate Formal Dining Room
• Dual Sinks
• Eat In Kitchen
• Elevator
• Garden Tub Roman Tub
• High Ceilings
• Jetted Tub
• Kitchen Island
• Kitchen Dining Combo
• Living Dining Room
• Pantry
• Sitting Area In Primary
• Split Bedrooms
• Storage
• Separate Shower
• Upper Level Primary
• Vaulted Ceilings

Exterior features

• Built In Barbecue
• Balcony
• Barbecue
• Lighting
• Outdoor Living Area
• Tennis Courts

Parking features

• Attached
• Circular Driveway
• Covered
• Garage
• Garage Door Opener

Appliances

• Dryer
• Dishwasher
• Free Standing Freezer
• Disposal
• Gas Range
• Microwave
• Washer