Vero Beach, Indian River County, Florida House for sale
This brand-new stunning Santa Barbara-styled oceanfront estate is replete with Old World opulence and resort-style luxuries in the private enclave called Ocean Pearl, home to only seven oceanfront addresses.
Endowed with pristine beaches on a lush barrier island, Vero Beach offers an unrivalled lifestyle, breathtakingly idyllic yet so close to the world class attractions of both Palm Beach and Orlando. This exquisite masterpiece has... more just been completed in prestigious Vero Beach.
Basking in majestic ocean scenery, this lavish Californian-inspired compound is richly picturesque, brimming with Old World enchantment. This crowing achievement by the acclaimed McIntosh Construction presents a sumptuous palazzo of nearly 10,000± sq. ft. orchestrating imported finishes, designer furnishings and breathtaking seascapes throughout.
Location: Indian River Shores, Vero Beach, Florida. Exclusive Vero Beach preserves a serene island ambiance in the heart of South Florida’s Treasure Coast.
Property: Spanning 125± ft. along the Atlantic Ocean, this brand-new Californian-inspired estate – meticulously constructed over 3-year period commands glorious ocean views. Imposing entrance gates give way to a sea shell drive winding to the stunning Old World masterpiece embellished with striking rooflines, multifoils, columned loggias, rolling lawns and private garden areas.
Residence: The ultimate showplace for grand-scale entertaining, this regal two story palazzo encompasses nearly 10,000± square feet with six bedrooms, six full baths and one half bath, three laundry rooms, private guest house, garage bays for three cars, carport for two cars and multiple loggias. Captivating views overlook the Atlantic Ocean or lush gardens at every turn. Splendid appointments imported from around the world highlight rare marble and hardwoods, elaborate plasterwork and pecky cypress ceilings, artisan paint finishes, ornate ironwork, art glass, fine furnishings, exotic carpets, European textiles, clay barrel roof tiles. Ceiling heights are 12 ft. on main level and 10 ft. upstairs. All interior doors are crafted of Alder Wood. Floors are of marble, hardwood and Spanish terracotta tile. Uncompromising standards are achieved in steel-reinforced concrete construction incorporating 80 auger pilings, corrosive-resistant metals, hurricane-rated glass, and Icynene insulation. Utilizing the latest technologies with category-6 wiring, high-efficiency systems include the hydraulic elevator, 6 zone Trane air conditioning, water purification system, Lutron lighting, and wiring for electronics that integrate lighting, audio, video, pool, and security controls.
First Floor: An impressive staircase ushers guests to the double-door loggia entry. Inside, the foyer soars 25± feet above the curvaceous grand staircase and formal powder room. Endless ocean views open through floor to ceiling windows in the gathering room appointed with pecky cypress ceiling and custom built-ins including vaulted gallery that is flanked by the formal dining room and a handsome oceanfront office. The grand salon is framed on each side by three sets of mahogany French doors and staircases on either end. Banquet-sized formal dining room with intricate ceiling treatments and Brazilian Ipe hardwood floors. French doors open to a garden courtyard flowing onto the elegant Oceanside loggia by the pool, setting the state for alfresco entertaining with a built-in fire pit. A convenient butler’s pantry and 800± bottle connoisseur’s wine cellar are steps away from the dining room. Breathtaking ocean views and exquisite décor enhance the professional-style chef’s kitchen featuring Limestone floors, handmade tile, granite island, four Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezers and Viking double ovens, 6-burner range with griddle, and microwave. Sunlight streams into the wonderful window-lined morning room.
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