Families who long to live on the water absolutely must see this riverfront gem at 2066 Windward Way in The Moorings, Vero Beach’s premier boating community, which features eight miles of deep-water river frontage and an unsurpassed lifestyle of luxurious relaxation.
Low walls flank the paved front walk and curve along tropical, palm-anchored landscaping at this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, 2,701-square-foot home. Inside, glowing Mexican tile extends throughout the living spaces. The soft wash of the vaulted ceiling’s pickled wood finish, repeated in much of the home’s woodwork, echoes the warm tones of the floor tiles and enhances the home’s spacious, open feel.
From the foyer of this thoughtfully-planned residence, the shimmering water is only yards away, beckoning through glass walls. The lovely, free-form pool, tidy dock and breathtaking view across Galleon Cove to other lovely waterside homes and moored vessels promise a future of sunny days and year-round fun on the water, or as the perfect seasonal getaway.
The bright, airy living and family rooms are separated by a striking, two-sided, wood-burning fireplace with natural coral stone surround, part of an eye-catching shelf/display unit built around the chimney wall. A delightful feature of the fireplace is an extension of the coral stone hearth into a cozy, cushioned seat across the end, facing the water, certainly a prized spot during parties and family gatherings.
The open family room allows guests to relax in comfort as they converse with their host/hostess in the kitchen. Cream and gray granite tops the kitchen counters and the two-level breakfast bar and four-burner gas cooktop. Stainless steel appliances and a wine cooler were added recently. The charming wood-shuttered kitchen cabinets glow with the same pickled wood finish as the ceiling and, along one wall, contain an open shelf perfect for keeping favorite cookbooks handy. Just off the kitchen/family room is a powder room, sporting a charming porthole window.
The formal dining room exudes easy elegance with walls and ceiling borrowing soft, pale gold and cocoa tones from the tile floor, complemented by crisp white crown molding and a pair of white, floor-to-ceiling shelf units. A window wall offers pleasant views of the palms and plantings at the front drive.
Another of the many smartly considered aspects of this delightful home is the large laundry room, off the kitchen, with ready-for-anything, pedestal washer and dryer, and lots of well-designed storage. The laundry room extends into a glorified “mud room,” with even more storage opportunities and an outside exit. The two-car garage is also accessed from here. Do-it-yourselfers will absolutely love the expansive workbench and tool storage area along the back wall.
The two comfortable guest bedrooms are carpeted and feature ceiling fans and white plantation shutters, as does the guest bath.
The wonderful master suite was expanded in 2009 with the addition of a master bath, lavish walk-in closet and outdoor storage. A beautiful tropical wood floor grounds the master bedroom, which is open on the north side to the enclosed porch, providing a view of the water – an agreeable start to anyone’s day.
The master bath is spacious and fabulous, with pink/beige marble floors and countertop, split sinks, water closet, elegant cabinetry, a mirror wall, white molding and a white beadboard ceiling with recessed lighting. The shower is a striking stand-out, all classic glass block; and the vast, custom walk-in closet boasts four walls of closet space and a nice, big storage drawer island.
Another smart design detail is the narrow row of dark brown tile announcing the slight step-down into the Florida Room/enclosed porch, which extends across the rear of the home. This space is perfect for relaxing at either end of the day – with a mug of coffee or a glass of vino – and always the wonderful waterway only steps away. Roll-out awnings offer storm protection here. One end of the porch has been enclosed with double French doors, creating an office space which opens into the master bedroom. This area could easily serve a variety of purposes to suit any owners’ tastes – study, library, exercise room.
The pool deck/patio, yard and dock provide all sorts of activity and entertainment possibilities. The inviting, free-form pool was resurfaced and retiled in 2012. Here the grassy landscape features several varieties of palm. Rows of low evergreens lead toward the deep water seawall.
There is an inviting fire pit and a wonderful summer kitchen/cabana, with gas grill, bar, fridge and tile countertops; also a handy enclosed shower, utility shed and a special storage room, outfitted to neatly contain all sorts of fishing gear and other water-related equipment.
The original dock has been replaced with virtually indestructible Trex composite and was further strengthened this year. It offers a kayak ramp and room to dock two boats, a 6,000 lb. lift, electric and water hook-ups, and a fish-cleaning table. What more could a boater or fisherperson ask?
With its open design and breezy inside-to-outside flow, this waterfront residence has broad entertainment possibilities. And, with outdoor lighting, events under the night sky will be magical.
Moorings residents have access to The Moorings Yacht & Country Club, featuring Pete Dye’s signature course, Jim Fazio’s Hawk’s Nest championship course, nine tennis courts, fitness center, spa, yacht club and several dining venues. And it’s only a few minutes to Vero’s charming beachside village, with its shops and restaurants. Nearby is Riverside Park, home to the renowned Riverside Theatre (Equity) and the prestigious Vero Beach Museum of Art, as well as a variety of events and festivals throughout the year.
