The crisp rectangles that inform the interior and exterior design of this beautiful home at 1290 Old Doubloon Drive, coupled with the warm crimson of the Mediterranean stone-coated steel roof, make this exceptional oceanfront home a standout.
Located in the private and peaceful gated community of Castaway Cove just south of Vero Beach on A1A, this spacious (2,883 square feet under air) 2-story home has been extensively remodeled, and boasts spectacular, panoramic ocean views from virtually every room, with a generous 108 feet of ocean frontage.
The windows and glass sliders are all PGT impact glass. The size, shape and placement of the windows not only welcome the seaside sunlight, but also create clean, appealing design elements throughout the home.
Gorgeous mahogany wood is prominently featured throughout, starting with the double-door entrance. Stepping into the creamy, stone-tiled foyer, the gaze is immediately drawn to the stunning lines of the uncarpeted mahogany staircase and open-balconied, second-floor hallway, further enhanced by the high, vaulted white ceiling, and alabaster and metal chandelier.
The first floor is designed in a continuous and convenient rectangle around the staircase. To the left from the foyer is the living room, the focal point of which is a magnificent mahogany floor. The 2-story vaulted ceiling adds to the feeling of spaciousness. Here as throughout the home, walls and ceilings are white, setting off the rich, dark wood to best advantage and enhancing the clean, crisp interior style.
The living room flows east into a formal dining area, with its alluring view of the seagrape-covered dune and the sparkling Atlantic, presented through a floor-to-ceiling window wall.
From the foyer, to the right, is a door to the oversize, 3-vehicle garage, a space that will certainly excite the family Do-It-Yourselfer. Along a mini-hallway is a powder room and, across from it, a deep, roomy storage area, nicely utilizing the often dead space directly beneath a staircase.
The little hall leads east into the huge kitchen/wet bar/family/living area, bound to be THE gathering place for family and friends. Throughout this space, mahogany crown molding provides a bold accent to the white walls and ceiling.
The kitchen cabinetry is mahogany, and configured into a large U-shape, with a generous stretch of handsome granite countertop, and a trio of broad windows over the sink, enabling the designated Chief Cook and Bottle Washer to enjoy the ocean view while hard at work. The dishwasher and cooktop occupy this “U” as well.
Opposite the sink wall are the KitchenAid side-by-side fridge/freezer, a stacked, built-in microwave and oven, and a roomy desk/computer space with storage and file drawers, all surrounded by lots of cabinetry above and below, and well-lit by recessed fixtures.
Beyond the kitchen is a second dining area, with views through glass sliders of the pool sundeck and the ocean.
Farther on, anchoring the family area, is a fabulous 2-level wet bar with sink, plentiful storage and room for a trio of bar stools.
The focal point of the family room seating area is a wood-burning fireplace built into an impressive white coral rock wall with rock hearth and mantle, and three small, half-circle shelves to display sea treasures. The entire unit is flanked by floor-to-ceiling windows.
From the second-floor landing/hallway, one has a dramatic view of the vaulted ceiling, and down to the artistic entry area and living room. All the home’s four bedrooms are on the second level, each with access to the wide, stone-tiled rear balcony, which stretches the entire length of the house, the perfect retreat from which to gaze at the ocean and recharge; or maybe spend a serene early morning, sipping a steaming cup of coffee, inhaling the salty air and taking in sunrise over the ocean.
The master suite is a spacious oasis of relaxation and indulgence, with mahogany floors, white vaulted ceiling, recessed lighting and panoramic ocean views on the east and south sides. Louver doors open into a surprisingly large walk-in closet with custom drawers, shelves, hanging spaces and its own window to provide ambient, outside light, which reveals true colors, and helps prevent discovering one black and one navy blue sock in that board meeting.
The master bath is yet another beautiful, generously-sized space. Here, a BIG Jacuzzi tub dominates the room, and light enters through two discreetly placed windows. The master bath also features a shower and water closet alcove and a sizable double sink with twin mirrors and cabinet storage.
The three roomy guest bedrooms each have closets and double glass sliders letting out to the sunrise/pool-view balcony. The corner bedroom on the north end offers views both north and east. The second level also has a full bath.
With double slider access to the pool/sundeck from the kitchen and family room, this home is terrific for entertaining. In addition to the ample space inside, with sliders open, the party can pour out onto the huge, PVC-fenced pool deck. Depending on the party theme, guests can even dive right into the big, heated, curved oval pool (with spa), or head off along on a path over the seagrape- and sea oats-covered dunes to the pristine beach beyond. The pool/sundeck has a cabana bath and shower surrounded by tropical foliage.
The house sits high up on a full acre of land, which allows for a nice area of lush green lawn in front and in back, edged with low, tropical landscaping, as well as spectacular ocean views across the dune.
The home has an alarm system and smoke detector, and Castaway Cove is a gated, security-guarded community. A community beach access pavilion has a shower, bike racks and a boardwalk over the dunes.
Castaway Cove is ideally located, close to St. Edward’s School, and just a short drive away from the wonderful shops, resorts and restaurants of Vero’s quaint beachside community. Also on the island, you’ll find Riverside Park, offering boat launches, tennis and racquetball courts, jogging trail, Riverside Theatre (Equity) and the Vero Museum of Art, as well numerous festivals and various other events throughout the year. Nearby is the popular, 5-acre Vero Dog Park, and the Vero Beach Marina.
