Driving through the gates of Riomar Cove, a small island enclave sheltered by a canopy of mature oaks, the benefits of location and exclusivity come to mind.
The home at 1650 Riomar Cove Lane, completed in 2024 and only lightly lived in, offers a fresh, move-in-ready, modern experience of comfort and style.
“It feels like new construction because it effectively is,” says AMAC Alex MacWilliam realtor Chris Dietrich. “It is immaculate.”
While it sits adjacent to ‘Old Riomar,’ with its winding, oak-shaded streets and 1920s architecture, Riomar Cove is a sanctuary where the ancient oaks meet contemporary engineering.
The neighborhood – situated behind a wall and gate in the southwest corner of the 17th Street/A1A intersection – is far enough removed from the hustle and bustle to ensure tranquility yet positioned just moments from the Alma Lee Loy Bridge for easy mainland access.
The home’s construction quality is evident when you enter the circular drive and pull up to the covered porch.
Built by Yane Zana of Coastmark Construction, one of the island’s top luxury developers and builders, the residence boasts impact glass throughout – for soundproofing and security. Once the solid-core front double doors click shut, the interior becomes a quiet refuge.
The 12-foot ceilings allow for tall windows that floods the space with natural light that plays off the wide-plank flooring. The millwork adds textures and depth. These high-level finishes set this custom-built home apart.
The house is fully wired for smart-home capabilities, with wiring pre-run to windows and control points. The sellers are offering a $50,000 credit to the new buyer to have the system completed to their specific preferences, says Dietrich.
The aesthetic is clean and transitional, featuring a neutral palette that serves as a blank canvas for the new owner’s style. Deep baseboards and detailed millwork, including inlaid shiplap, add architectural interest and aesthetic energy to the rooms.
The layout was developed with entertaining in mind. The great room features a linear electric fireplace set within a stacked-stone wall, providing a cozy focal point. A wall of sliding glass doors opens onto the covered lanai, with views of the pool and a soothing, stacked stone water feature.
The flow from the great room to the chef’s kitchen, the heart of the home and central gathering space, is seamless. An island topped with Calcutta marble anchors the room, offering ample seating and storage while defining the space. Floating shelves and statement lighting throughout add a modern touch, while high-end appliances, including a Sub-Zero fridge, cater to the culinary enthusiast.
A hidden pantry with a wine cooler – one of two in the house – ensures everything is easily accessible. The second one, located in the wet bar area, ensures that libations are never far away, whether one is prepping a meal or relaxing by the fireplace.
“They made the kitchen really central. It’s a nice gathering space, and the quality of the build [is evident],” Dietrich notes.
The thoughtful, split floorplan is one of the home’s defining features. Unlike many modern layouts where bedrooms open directly into communal living areas, this home prioritizes privacy.
“I really like the split of the floorplan. The primary suite is in a wing completely separated from everything else,” Dietrich explains.
The primary wing sanctuary comes with sliding glass doors that open onto the covered lanai and a spacious seating area. The primary bedroom features an electric fireplace and a luxurious ensuite bath with dual walk-in closets, dual sinks, a shower, a water closet and a soaking tub.
Access to the garage and laundry room is conveniently located nearby.
On the opposite side of the home, three guest bedrooms – one currently arranged as an office – offer independence for family or visitors. Two guest rooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while a fourth “cabana” bath serves both the guest wing and the pool area.
The outdoor living area is designed for year-round enjoyment. The summer kitchen is hard piped to a propane tank and features a built-in grill. A paved patio surrounds the heated saltwater pool and spa, and a waterfall feature set within a stacked stone wall adds both aesthetics and privacy, which is further enhanced by lush landscaping, a fenced backyard and the orientation of the home on the lot.
The house is equipped with a 1,000-gallon, buried, propane tank that fuels the range and the outdoor grill as well as the whole-house generator.
Located just moments from the bridge and a few hundred yards from the beach, the property offers a quintessential island lifestyle without the headache of a renovation or the wait for new construction – at a price that is hard to beat for a similar new product on 32963’s barrier island.
“You’re not going to get a 2024-built, four-bed, four-and-a-half-bath home of this quality anywhere else on the island for this price,” Dietrich adds.
Riomar Cove is located near the Alma Lee Loy Bridge, with easy access to Saint Edward’s School, mainland shopping and community amenities like Riverside Theatre and the Vero Beach Museum of Art, ensuring a vibrant lifestyle with loads of comfort, convenience and cultural offerings. Boutique shopping and fine dining on Ocean Drive are only a few minutes away, and nearby Riverside Park offers a tennis facility and boat launch, with the City Marina and an off-leash dog park close at hand.
Vital Statistics
1650 Riomar Cove Lane
Neighborhood: Riomar Cove
Year built: 2024 • Construction: Concrete Block
Builder: Coastmark Construction Company
Lot Size: 101 feet by 170 feet
Home size: 3,290 square feet
Bedrooms: 4 • Bathrooms: 4 full baths and 1 half-bath
View: Garden and pool
Pool: Heated swimming pool with spa and water feature
Additional features: Fine finishes; marble, slate, tile and wood flooring; pantry; Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances; island kitchen; 2 wine coolers; soaking tub; two-sided gas fireplace; smart home; linear A/C diffusers; impact glass and doors; summer kitchen; cabana bath; fenced backyard; whole-home generator; and two-car garage
Listing agency: AMAC Alex MacWilliam, Inc.
Listing agent: Chris Dietrich, Realtor, 772-265-6689
Listing price: $1,750,000
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