Words cannot properly describe this magnificent Tuscan villa on the Gulf of Mexico at Pensacola Beach, Fl. Entering the home through an ornate handmade iron door your eyes are drawn to the Gothic pointed arch ceiling of the foyer. The custom Italian tile used on the foyer ceiling also accents the main arch at the entrance. Passing through the entry hall you marvel at the beauty of the Gulf's emerald waters from the main salon. Soaring two stories in height the expansive arch windows provide a stunning view of natures grandeur. Equally impressive is the granite and sandstone fireplace mantel that forms the centerpiece of the art display wall. This focal point of the salon is one of the most visually exciting interior designs you can imagine. Unique framed pockets in the wall for the artwork are illuminated with Lutron lighting and provide a museum quality experience. The salon flows easily into the dining room and expansive kitchen. A beamed and plank Cypress ceiling in these three main rooms contrasts nicely with the travertine flooring and granite counter tops. The kitchen is equipped with all the finest appliances and a six burner gas cook top. A pantry and large laundry room with endless storage cabinets compliment the kitchen space. At the west end of the main floor you will find a private guest bedroom and bath. Also located here is the private study and the adjoining 3rd bedroom or den with its own bath and a covered porch on the Gulf. Ascending the wide staircase to the third floor promenade you overlook the salon through openings with artisan wrought iron railings. The master suite is on the east end and also has a private covered porch overlooking the beach. The master bath is luxurious with whirlpool, a seamless glass shower and his/her vanities. An enormous self lighting closet complex will accommodate any wardrobe. A sink cabinet and refrigerator hold coffee and refreshments. The west end of the top floor has two more guest bedrooms each with a full bath. Take the elevator from the top to the ground floor and you arrive in the exercise room. Flat screen televisions keep you entertained and windows bring in light from outside. There is a full bath for quick access from the beach. Each side of the ground floor has a full length 64x15 garage that can park up to three cars. There is also a mechanical room housing the super efficient geo-thermal HVAC systems and a large workshop that would be ideal to convert into a wine cellar. The commercial grade construction of the home starts with ground to roof pilings and balloon framing. 12" thick walls are reinforced with plywood inside and out. A massive 100ft. concrete and treated lumber wrapped flood wall protects the entire base of the house from storm surge. All openings (windows &doors) are protected with either impact resistant glass or full cover electric storm shields. Finally, a Ludowici tile roof covers the whole structure. Ludowici, The worlds finest clay tile roof, comes with a 75 year warranty and the company has been covering some of the nations most prestigious buildings for over 120 years. The extensive interior and exterior renovation has been completed by the owner and the property equals or exceeds the most stringent coastal building codes. The tasteful and architecturally inspired additions to the property will delight even the most discerning Buyer.
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