A couple in Las Vegas built an Italian cobblestone street in the backyard of their mansion. It comes with fake storefronts and it's on the market for $6.5 million — check it out.

Amanda GohFeb 10, 2023, 15:02 IST

"Via Di Pietra," the name the Stones gave their street, is written on a sign above the staircase that leads to the backyard.Avia Media Group

A Las Vegas mansion is on the market for $6.5 million — and it comes with an Italian street in the backyard.
Owners Lara and David Stone said they created the street as an homage to Italy and Italian culture.

Ever wondered what it's like to take a vacation in your own home? Just ask Lara and David Stone, Las Vegas residents who built a replica of an Italian street in their backyard.

The exterior of the mansion.Avia Media Group

Ever wondered what it's like to take a vacation in your own home? Just ask Lara and David Stone, Las Vegas residents who built a replica of an Italian street in their backyard.

Take a stroll down the replica street and you'll notice just how real it looks — there are cobblestone floors, fake storefronts with windows and doors, and quaint little cafe tables.

The Italian street comes with cobblestone floors, fake storefronts, and even cafe tables.Avia Media Group

Take a stroll down the replica street and you'll notice just how real it looks — there are cobblestone floors, fake storefronts with windows and doors, and quaint little cafe tables.

The Stones don't have any Italian heritage. Their street was created as an homage to the country and its culture.

The Italian street also has a fountain.Avia Media Group

The storefronts aren't just for show — hidden behind them are actual rooms, including a wine cellar and a home theater.

Behind the fake storefronts are actual rooms.Avia Media Group

Despite their fond memories of the space, the Stones are now selling the mansion for $6.5 million.

The rest of the house also features strong European design influences, with mahogany wood floors and coffered ceilings.Avia Media Group

The sprawling 9,771-square-foot home comes with a primary suite and five ensuite bedrooms.

One of the bedrooms in the house.Avia Media Group

Based on her recent observations of the Nevada luxury property market, Sullivan thinks that the buyer of this home will be someone from out of state.

The outdoor fire pit.Avia Media Group

Stone hopes that the next owner will appreciate the house and the Italian street they've attempted to recreate.

The study.Avia Media Group

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A couple in Las Vegas built an Italian cobblestone street in the backyard of their mansion. It comes with fake storefronts and it's on the market for $6.5 million &mdash; check it out.

Ever wondered what it's like to take a vacation in your own home? Just ask Lara and David Stone, Las Vegas residents who built a replica of an Italian street in their backyard.

Take a stroll down the replica street and you'll notice just how real it looks — there are cobblestone floors, fake storefronts with windows and doors, and quaint little cafe tables.

The Stones don't have any Italian heritage. Their street was created as an homage to the country and its culture.

The storefronts aren't just for show — hidden behind them are actual rooms, including a wine cellar and a home theater.

Despite their fond memories of the space, the Stones are now selling the mansion for $6.5 million.

The sprawling 9,771-square-foot home comes with a primary suite and five ensuite bedrooms.

Based on her recent observations of the Nevada luxury property market, Sullivan thinks that the buyer of this home will be someone from out of state.

Stone hopes that the next owner will appreciate the house and the Italian street they've attempted to recreate.

A couple in Las Vegas built an Italian cobblestone street in the backyard of their mansion. It comes with fake storefronts and it's on the market for $6.5 million — check it out.