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A Las Vegas couple fell so in love with Italy after their vacation that they decided to recreate a slice of the picturesque country in their backyard.
One area of his unique mansion resembles a charming Italian street, complete with cobblestones, a fountain, cafe tables, and storefronts.
Lara and David Stone, who are now divorced, are selling the 9,800-square-foot home that sits on a half-acre for $6.5 million.
Although the couple has no Italian heritage, the couple was inspired to create the street scene after several visits to the country and falling in love with the place.
His version of the street, called Via Di Pietra, was created over a decade ago when his house was being built. The renovations took almost two years to complete.
A Las Vegas couple fell in love with Italy after traveling there on vacation and decided to recreate a piece of Italy in an alleyway in their home.
One part of the unique property resembles a charming Italian street, complete with cobblestones, a fountain, and cafe tables.
The couple was inspired to create the street scene after several visits to the country and fell in love with the place.
The street, called Via Di Pietra, was created more than a decade ago when the house was being built, which took nearly two years.
The area of the house where the street sits was simply an empty alley and the couple did not want to leave it empty.
Lara’s mother had the idea of painting a mural but the couple decided to go a step further and recreate an entire street scene.
A cobblestone floor was laid and shop windows were painted on the walls with real windows placed in front to create an even more regal feel.
A complete ‘restaurant’ with a table outside was named Ristorante Jaredino after his son Jared.
The house that sits on a half acre has now been listed for $6.5 million dollars.
Apart from the street there is also a large pool area to relax.
A lighted basketball court is also located to one side of the house.
The house overlooks the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
A hot tub sits next to the main pool, which is fringed with lit torches.
Outdoors, stunning views of the surrounding desert landscape can be enjoyed over a bonfire
The house has more of a resort feel than a traditional family home.
Much has been packed up on the half-acre lot that sits just outside of Las Vegas, Nevada.
Hardwood floors run throughout the Las Vegas home with solid mahogany fixtures in the study
The house has a large basement complete with a wine cellar and a wine tasting area.
The restaurant windows are complete with sliding glass doors that open to the basement.
A ‘chocolate shop’ stands opposite Allison Cioccolato, named after the Stones’ daughter, while Chez Andre, named after second son Andy, is a wine and cheese shop. It contains the empty wine bottles that the couple have drunk over the years.
The street numbers in each of the storefronts pay homage to their children’s birthdays.
The European flavor also flows into the home replete with dark wood fixtures, marble and granite floors and archways.
The home also features a full basement with a wine cellar and a home theater room with comfortable leather seating.
Since the couple is no longer together, the Stones have decided to sell now that their children have also moved away and are in college.
The master bedroom has a comfortable sitting area and high ceilings that create a spacious feeling.
A spacious marble countertop allows the opportunity to spread out while cooking in the kitchen.
The interior of the house also has a European-inspired style with marble floors.
Stunning views can be enjoyed through the windows of the house.
Immaculate hardwood floors throughout the first level of the home.
A fireplace will bring warmth on cold Nevada nights, while sliding patio doors allow for a quick escape to the outdoors.
There is plenty of seating, including a breakfast bar and banquette seating.
There is plenty of counter space in a kitchen area, complete with a bar top area
Downstairs in the basement, a private screening room is complete with plush leather seating.
The silver screen in the home theater is fringed with curtains, ready for a premiere.
A spiral staircase leads to the second floor of the house.