MARSH FRONT HOME WITH GUESTHOUSE

Reminiscent of the natural beauty of old Florida, this private coastal cottage estate is a rare thing. Nestled on the banks of the marsh with the Intracoastal in the background and graceful windswept oaks decorating the grounds, this is a retreat for the soul.

With equal parts of sunshine and welcome shade, the 1.15 acre property offers a main house (2,200SF) clad in classic Florida vernacular and a 2-story guest house (1,278SF) connected by a raised catwalk and panoramic vistas all around you. Come up the wide stairway and onto the 630SF wraparound porch overlooking marsh and oak trees. An outdoor living room most of the year, you’ll spend many happy hours out here.

Step inside and see a living room lifted from the pages of Architectural Digest – beamed vaulted ceiling, a colorful fireplace bedecked with gifts from the sea, diffused light and a most welcome place to entertain. Open the French doors to the porch and invite the breeze inside.

At the heart of the house the kitchen is designed for people who take their cooking seriously. Wolf, Sub-Zero and KitchenAid appliances, custom white cabinetry and Absolute Black granite make a crisp contrast and the island offers room for culinary consultants to render their opinions. A formal dining room is adjacent for easy access and there’s a half bath within reach.

The en-suite master rounds out this floor. Overlooking the yard and marsh, it’s a peaceful cozy place to rest. Dressed in creamy hues, the master bath will refresh you and then it’s on to the next adventure. Upstairs 2 sunny bedrooms share a bath.

A catwalk connects to the guest house where you’ll find a lovely 2nd story en-suite master under a beamed ceiling. Downstairs there’s a family room with fireplace and full kitchen for those extended stay visitors. A 1st floor bedroom and bathroom complete this package.

The grounds are spectacular and al fresco dining under the covered pavilion will become a habit as will sitting around the fire pit. Paradise found…

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