The home at 8427 Sabal Palm Court in Baytree Villa is nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. It welcomes visitors with a private, gated courtyard walk-up that creates a harmonious transition, making it feel like you’re entering a secluded sanctuary, a serene buffer between the world and the recently renovated villa.
Brick pavers line the driveway that leads to a two-door garage and parking area. A sidewalk leads to a pair of arched gates before ending at the front veranda.
The veranda leads in turn to the front door, beyond which is a small foyer that opens into the living room and dining room. There, the sensation is one of light and air, enhanced by a subtle, contemporary aesthetic. The extensive 2024 renovation, which included an updated kitchen and bathrooms with new flooring, new A/C, lighting and ceiling fans, created a high-end beach cottage that embraces the coastal lifestyle.
“The remodel was from top to bottom with very high-end finishes, and there’s nothing left to do,” says broker associate Cindy O’Dare with ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. “I could move in tomorrow! The house is perfect, private and so pretty.”
A sophisticated minimalist foundation allows the architectural features to take center stage. The walls, finished in a soft, alabaster hue, provide a gallery-like backdrop for the coastal light with a palette of crisp whites, soft blues and organic textures that create a serene, elegant environment.
Shiplap accents, grass cloth wall treatments, pebble shower tile and off-white tones work in tandem with the “Oak Whisper” flooring to ground the home’s aesthetic, capturing a modern beach vibe and elevating sand and stone textures. Oak Whisper luxury vinyl plank flooring provides a warm, driftwood-toned foundation that flows seamlessly through the main living areas.
The living room is anchored by a gas fireplace framed by built-ins with shiplap detailing. The volume ceilings, combined with the openness of the floor plan, bring a sense of scale uncommon in a villa. Plantation shutters allow the Florida sun to filter through, emphasizing the unconfined flow throughout the home.
The kitchen is a study in form and function, featuring custom Shaker-style cabinetry, a classic white subway tile backsplash, grey dolomite counters and a new suite of appliances.
Bar seating defines the space between the kitchen, breakfast nook and sitting room. A picture window over the sink allows the cook to take in the lush Florida flora while prepping dinner.
Because the villa is an end unit, the owners enjoy an elevated level of greenery and privacy, enhancing the home’s connection to the seaside landscape.
The left wing of the villa hosts a laundry room, access to the garage, a guest suite and an office. For those needing more than two bedrooms, the office, with an adjacent powder room, can function as a third bedroom.
The primary suite is tucked away on the opposite side of the house, ensuring privacy for the owner. It offers dual closets and a marble-floored bathroom featuring a rain shower, a soaking tub, a water closet and refined finishes.
From the living room and from the sitting room next to the kitchen, French doors open out to the covered loggia with a retractable awning and automatic screen, a lovely spot to sit and enjoy coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening within the privacy of a walled courtyard with outdoor seating, a water feature and lush greenery.
From 8427 Sabal Palm Court, it’s a short stroll to the clubhouse and pool through a cast-iron gate. Baytree is a guard-gated, pet-friendly, north island neighborhood with oceanfront condos, villas and courtyard homes on both sides of A1A. The community offers numerous amenities, including granted beach access, four heated pools, a fitness center and four Har-Tru tennis courts.
“The amenities are incredible, and there’s always something to do. Lots of ways to meet people if you’re new to the area,” says O’Dare.
From Baytree it is a quick 10-minute cruise to Ocean Drive shopping and dining and cultural experiences at Riverside Theatre and the Vero Beach Museum of Art.
Vital Statistics
8427 Sabal Palm Court
Neighborhood: Baytree Villas
Year built: 1996, with extensive 2024 renovation
Architect: Gregory Anderson
Construction: Concrete block
Home size: 2,477 square feet
Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 full baths and 1 half-bath
View: Garden
Additional features: Volume ceilings; crown molding; shiplap; plantation shutters; dolomite kitchen counters; dual vanities; walk-in shower; retractable awning and automatic screen; covered loggia; gated courtyard; impact glass and storm shutters; and two-car garage.
Listing agency: ONE Sotheby’s International Realty
Listing agents: Broker associate Cindy O’Dare and Richard Boga, O’Dare Boga Dobson Group, 772-713-5899 and 772-559-4800
Listing price: $899,000
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