Single-Family For Sale @ 6 60 Reef Road, Vero Beach, FL 32963

Inspired by its owners’ extensive Mediterranean travels, this extraordinary oceanfront masterpiece evokes the allure of the French Cote d’Azur and Italian Riviera in affinity with the natural beauty and balmy climate of Florida’s Treasure Coast. Charming influences of Provence and Portofino imprint the intimate settings that abound both inside and outdoors, while spectacular ocean views open from virtually everywhere.

Completed in 2006, this sprawling Vero Beach villa exudes a warmly inviting and relaxed atmosphere in a flexible floor-plan designed for carefree living and showcasing ocean panoramas from the setting close to the dunes. Architectural creativity shapes the interior living space with comfortable intimacy through the use of perfect proportions and varying ceiling heights in the manner employed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. No expense was spared in exquisite details of the finest granite, marble, and faux finishes complemented by custom moldings, furniture-grade cabinetry, and hand-crafted chandeliers.

Drama and tranquility blend in the oceanfront salon facing the expansive pool patio. The surrounding manicured grounds are equally as beautiful bathed in sunlight or aglow after nightfall in enchanting landscape lighting. Whether as a peaceful haven for casual barefoot living or for entertaining in impeccably chic style, this is a truly unique oceanfront gem.

Location

Reef Road, Vero Beach, Florida. Nestled between the scenic Indian River and Atlantic Ocean, Vero Beach is renowned for its white-sand beaches and quaint seaside downtown area.

Property

“Spindrift” basks in 2+/- acres of secluded Vero Beach splendor directly fronting 205+/- feet on the pristine sands of an accreting beach. Framed by privacy walls, electronically-controlled wrought iron gates give way to a winding palm-lined drive of Turkish marble pavers sweeping past luxuriant lawns to a motor court graced by a marble fountain. A sheltered garden pergola is draped in bougainvillea. Overlooking the oceanfront, the magnificent heated pool with AquaLink controls is framed by an Italian marble patio complete with summer kitchen.

Residence

Painstakingly crafted, this Mediterranean-inspired villa encompasses a total of 5,689+/- square feet in a superb single-level floor-plan offering 4 bedrooms and 4½ baths plus a 3-bay “carriage house” with quarry tile floor. Beautiful flooring throughout the residence is of Italian Ivory Rustic Saturnia marble in various patterns, some bordered in antique terra cotta tile. Varying ceiling heights reach up to 12 feet. Three wood-burning fireplaces have gas log lighters. Extensive use of built-in cabinets and bookcases by the William Ohs atelier. Custom windows are premium Weather Shield Legacy Series with impact glass. Myriad special features offer the utmost in personal comfort as well as energy efficiency. Of note are the 25+/- ton high-efficiency Trane heat pumps, Icynene roof insulation, soundproofed walls and ceilings, Category-6 wiring, Lutron lighting system, Panasonic telephone/intercom system, Niles audio system, lighting protection system, and environmentally safe insect repelling system.

Introduced by the welcoming foyer, the warmly elegant salon with exposed beam ceiling overlooks the pool and oceanfront through light-flooded arched French doors. Beautiful built-ins flank the stately fireplace adding a romantic focal point. Bringing the outdoors in through 3 bright exposures, the oceanside great room has exposed beams and a floor-to-ceiling fieldstone fireplace. Transitioning in an open flow, the gourmet kitchen includes William Ohs cabinetry, granite counters, a preparation island, Wolf 8-burner gas range, 2 Sub-Zero refrigerators with freezer drawers, 2 Miele convection ovens, and Miele dishwasher. The studio features a fireplace, wine vault, floor-to-ceiling bookcases, and pre-wired surround-sound system, and offers flexibility for use as a theater or formal dining room. Custom built-ins also line the library. Capturing panoramic views, the private oceanfront master suite opens to the pool patio and to a gated side courtyard with spa. Luxuries of this spacious light-filled sanctuary include remote-controlled draperies, 2 walk-in wardrobe rooms, and a sumptuous bath with jetted tub and separate shower. Another bedroom with walk-in closet and en-suite bath currently functions as an office. Off the kitchen is an oceanfront bedroom also with walk-in closet and en-suite bath. Placed in a private wing opening to a portico, the guest suite includes a morning bar, bath, and walk-in closet.