As you enter the home at 7188 Raphael Lane, the craftsmanship that went into building and designing the property is immediately recognizable. The grand entryway leads to a breathtaking hallway where the design details include wood floors and tile accents. With unmatched views from the 13th fairway of Ravenna’s award-winning Jay Morrish-designed golf course, the property includes four bedrooms across 7,539 square feet of living space.
Represented by Patti Maurer Williams of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty (LIV SIR), this residence represents a magnificent opportunity for discerning buyers. Priced at $3,995,000, this property seamlessly blends the Tuscan countryside with a collection of Star Wars toys, which was at one time the third largest collection in the United States.
Built in 2016, this stately home stands a testament to owner Jeff Jacob who personally handcrafted all woodwork, from the trim to the cabinetry. He also inlaid the unique tile ceiling throughout, as well as designed the custom shelving in the basement to house his collectibles.
Tuscan-Inspired Design
As you enter the main living space, a mural of the Amalfi Coast greets visitors. A second mural of a Tuscan winery is located in the dining room. Both murals were painted by a local artist and took over a hundred of hours to complete. The dining room also features beautiful, hand carved beam work on the ceiling and plenty of windows for natural light.
The gourmet kitchen features a granite island, custom cabinetry, and a wood beamed ceiling with hand painted details not found anywhere else. This old-world charm carries through with intricate stonework surrounding the stove. In fact, all the stonework inside was hand chipped to each other to keep the natural look of the stones, and a stone mason set the stonework. A butler’s pantry offers additional storage and counter space.
Working from home is a delight in an office space that includes custom built-in cabinetry, a sit-in bench, brick walls, and a hand painted ceiling. These custom details continue through each of the bedrooms and additional living spaces. A wet bar, game room, wine cellar, movie room, and sauna round out the amenities. Outdoor features include a patio, deck and firepit, while a heated driveway, radiant heated floors throughout round out the spectacular features of this property
The Star Wars Collection
Jacob was motivated by nostalgia when he began his hobby of toy collecting, focusing on the franchises that were a staple of his childhood such as Star Wars, G.I. Joe, Transformers, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The collection includes rare pieces and multiple variations of the same character, and he purposely sought out toys in the best possible condition, allowing him to cultivate a collection that is one of the best in the world.
His Star Wars collection includes Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and Obi-Wan Kenobi pieces that are extremely rare. He was also able to secure a complete set of Power of the Force coins, which were released in 1985 and were packaged with action figures, depicting the likeness of the characters. He has also collected toys made in Mexico, and for the European market with the movie logo written in various languages.
With the skills to build his own custom display, each time he built a new house, he would build a bigger display, with this home housing the largest display so far. One item, a standalone full-size Chewbacca doesn’t need its own display case, but Jacob did need to get special permission form George Lucas to purchase the item.
As the family looks to build another house, Jacob has decided now is the time to sell his collection. Most of it has been removed from the house and the first installment is headed to auction in January 2025 where Jacob hopes he can share his collection with the world. The rest of the collection will be auctioned throughout the year and promoted at conventions.
To explore this property and discover more about its custom features, visit the property website. For inquiries or to schedule a private viewing, contact Patti Maurer Williams at 303.918.6769 or via email at patti.williams@sothebysrealty.com.
