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David Jones’ ex-boss sells spectacular New York-style Melbourne mansion with ‘clandestine basement’ for a whopping $21 million

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A glorious mansion owned by David Jones' former boss Mark McInnes and his wife Lisa Kelly has hit the market with an eye-watering guide price of between $19.5 million and $21 million. Pictured: McInnes and his wife Lisa on the red carpet in 2018.

A stunning mansion owned by David Jones’ former boss Mark McInnes and his wife Lisa Kelly has hit the market with an eye-watering guide price of between $19.5 million and $21 million.

Located in a prestigious Melbourne suburb, the sprawling home features five bedrooms, a swimming pool and a tennis court.

There is also a purpose-built ‘New York Speakeasy’ bar in the basement, with checkered oak flooring and a luxurious lounge with banquettes.

The two-storey home features a large covered entertainment terrace and a barbecue area on the ground floor.

A combination of Old World elegance and modern elegance, the property features a “den”, a separate family room, a formal dining room, a living room and a study.

A glorious mansion owned by David Jones’ former boss Mark McInnes and his wife Lisa Kelly has hit the market with an eye-watering guide price of between $19.5 million and $21 million. Pictured: McInnes and his wife Lisa on the red carpet in 2018.

Located in a prestigious suburb of Melbourne, the sprawling home features five and four bedrooms, a swimming pool and a tennis court. In the photo: the pool area.

Located in a prestigious suburb of Melbourne, the sprawling home features five and four bedrooms, a swimming pool and a tennis court. In the photo: the pool area.

It also features a purpose-built 'New York Speakeasy' bar in the basement, complete with checkered oak flooring and a plush lounge with banquettes (pictured).

It also features a purpose-built ‘New York Speakeasy’ bar in the basement, complete with checkered oak flooring and a plush lounge with banquettes (pictured).

The luxurious kitchen features a pantry and breakfast bench, while the upper level houses the stunningly appointed bedrooms.

The master suite, designed for maximum pleasure, offers a dressing room, a “retreat” and a “his and hers” bathroom.

Adjacent to the basement bar is a velvet-clad home theater with a “starfield” ceiling that seats 12.

Another spectacular feature is the home cinema (pictured) on the sprawling property.

Another spectacular feature is the home cinema (pictured) on the sprawling property.

A combination of Old World elegance and modern elegance, the deck features a beautiful living area.

A combination of Old World elegance and modern elegance, the deck features a beautiful living area.

There is also a winery, a “tasting room” and a pool house with a gym.

Best known as boss of David Jones, Mcinnes, 59, resigned from his role as chief executive at the retail giant in 2011. He now works at private investment firm BBRC.

News of the sale comes after the Herald of the sun reported that McInnes bought another huge house for a staggering $36 million.

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