Overlooking the marina at Marsh Island, the four-bedroom, four-bath house at 2935 Marsh Island Land converges seamlessly with the comfort and sophistication of refined luxury and coastal living.
With the comings and goings of both man and maritime creatures, the allure of the harborside lifestyle is hard to resist as you find yourself immersed in the watery world of the storied Indian River Lagoon that lies just feet away from your backdoor.
Beyond the tranquility and breathtaking views, the natural beauty and architectural design are a rare combination. Distinct features, design elements and lifestyle offerings create a harmonious blend of coastal serenity and refined living.
A peaceful sanctuary lies within the entry courtyard, tucked behind a pair of dark wood doors.
“I love everything about this home. It feels like living art when I visit or show it,” says Broker Associate Cindy O’Dare with One Sotheby’s International Realty.
The home, built by Robert Lyles of RCL Development and designed by Peter Moor of Moor, Baker & Associates Architects, is a study in contradictions, according to Moor. “It’s relaxed and formal at the same time.”
Thoughtful design merges indoor-outdoor living spaces in the courtyard, where covered seating alongside a saltwater pool and the trickling of a fountain amid tropical flora provide a tranquil setting.
A private stairway leads to guest accommodations above the two-car garage just off the entry. An exterior wall of painted tiles adorns the wall, creating an artistic backdrop. The suite has a bedroom, bath, sitting area and kitchenette, which provides a private space for visitors; or it can serve as a mother-in-law suite, art studio or office.
High-end craftsmanship is apparent throughout, with custom millwork highlighted by clean lines, with cove and vaulted beam ceilings, nooks and niches adding to the architectural interest.
On the lower level, the east wing houses a laundry room, powder room and guest suite that opens onto the veranda with marina views, while the west side of the house is geared toward communal living spaces.
The great room is a study in symmetry and balance with exposed beams against a sloped ceiling. There is a fireplace at one end and light fills the space through French doors that open onto the courtyard and two quarter-round windows on each side of the chimney.
The owners recently completed a home renovation, increasing the functionality of the family space and its connection to the formal areas. The owners removed the wall between the kitchen and great room to create a more fluid space.
The custom kitchen with marble countertops, built-in workstation, wet bar, wine cooler, built-in coffeemaker and luxury appliances is offset by the small family room, adding to the elegantly homey feeling that envelops the residence.
The veranda is easily accessible through French doors with views of the marina. A nearby gate provides access to the courtyard and garage for loading and unloading a boat.
The main upper level features two en suite bedrooms, and a primary suite that includes a generous wrap-around bathroom with his and her walk-in closets and sinks, a soaking tub, a walk-in shower and a toilet.
Balcony views from the second floor offer a different perspective of the comings and goings of vessels moored in the marina, along with a peek at the Indian River Lagoon and Wabasso Bridge. The shared balcony provides a front-row seat for both sunrises and sunsets, something the owners enjoy.
“You walk out your back door to a fabulous, very deep dock. This is very unusual for Vero Beach,” says O’Dare.
You don’t have to be a boater to appreciate the beauty of the small island community, but for those who do own boats, the deep-water harbor is a gem. The private marina provides residents with easy access to the lagoon, Intracoastal Waterway and Atlantic Ocean. And it’s only a few steps from your veranda to your boat.
“The privacy and security of Marsh Island is unprecedented,” says O’Dare, a feature the owners appreciate; however, they say it is the neighbors that make it a community.
Marsh Island sits at a crossroads of native beauty with the Pelican Island Wildlife Refuge and Sebastian Inlet to the north, beaches of the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Environmental Learning Center and Historic Jungle Trail to the south. The location is convenient to beaches, restaurants, shopping, cultural events, and recreational activities in both Vero Beach and Sebastian.
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