Bill Gates remains deeply attached to his 66,000-square-foot Lake Washington estate, Xanadu 2.0, valuing the home despite being single and an empty-nester. Originally purchased for $2 million in 1988 and now worth $130 million, the mansion boasts luxurious features such as multiple kitchens and bathrooms, a private library, and unique amenities including an underwater music system. Gates sees this home as more than just property; it symbolizes comfort and family connections, affirming that he has no intention of downsizing, unlike his peers.
My kids like to come back - that is a luxury. I don't cook, I don't make my own bed, but I don't mind if no one has made it - I wouldn't notice.
It took Gates seven years and $63 million in renovations to craft the estate to his exact specifications, making it more of a personal retreat than just a home.
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