Idyllic seaside escape in scenic Milford Harbor
The ultimate in a water-oriented lifestyle is at hand in this exquisite contemporary colonial affording breathtaking views of Long Island Sound, Milford Harbor, and Charles Island. The home is located on a private drive in the enclave of Gulf View Estates, Milford's premier luxury address. Just a few steps away is Gulf Beach and the picturesque harbor, shops, restaurants, and train station.
Built in 2000 with the highest quality construction, this custom home affords the very best of beach living paired with an abundance of privacy and luxurious amenities including a gunite pool with waterfall, outdoor kitchen, media room, wine tasting cellar, exercise room, and sauna. Just across the street is a private gated walkway to the beach.
The meticulously manicured grounds of the glorious .49-acre setting are graced with beautiful, covered patios, balconies, and gardens. The back yard is a private oasis as a charming stone wall and walkways encompass the expansive patio, heated pool with waterfall, cabana with outdoor kitchen, and full bath and a hot tub set beneath a pergola. A dramatic yet inviting two-story foyer with granite floor creates an impressive entrance to this sundrenched home, brimming with elegance and attention to detail throughout its 5,555 square feet. “This home encompasses luxury living at its best,” says listing agent Tracy Edwards. “The open floor plan concept greets you with exceptional details among a grand foyer, soaring ceilings, exquisite pillars, and architectural dormers.”
Grand entertaining areas include a stunning living room with cathedral ceiling with skylights, a massive stone fireplace, and custom cabinetry with built-in wet bar and entertainment center. An interior balcony, graceful archways, and columns provide architectural interest. Two sets of French doors lead to a covered veranda, patio, outdoor kitchen, and pool area, which were among the owners’ favorite spaces, as they thoroughly enjoyed backyard cooking and relaxing by the pool. The kitchen is the heart of the home featuring custom bird's eye maple cabinetry, Sub-Zero, Viking, and Dacor appliances. A tray ceiling with handpainted detail accents both the dining room and breakfast nook. The formal dining room is open to the kitchen and main living area. It enjoys a wonderful seaside ambience with a coffered ceiling, walls of windows, and French doors that allow for captivating views of sunsets and Long Island Sound. A private study has its own separate entrance, wet bar, and powder room and enjoys views of Charles Island and the boats in the Sound.
At day’s end, the luxurious first-floor master suite offers a wonderful escape among cathedral ceilings, a gas fireplace, and French doors to the covered patio and pool area. Custom maple cabinetry paired with marble, a walk-in shower, and jacuzzi tub highlight the tasteful and indulgent master bath. A second master bedroom on the upper-level features French doors to a private balcony with water views and en-suite bath. Two guest rooms are graciously sized with cathedral ceilings and share a balcony.
The lower level is home to more of the owners’ most enjoyed spaces, most notably the wine room. Connoisseurs will appreciate the beautiful wine tasting room featuring temperature control, hand painted ceiling
Built in 2000 with the highest quality construction, this custom home affords the very best of beach living.
with cove lighting, cork floor, copper sink, and walls of built ins. The media room with projection screen and wet bar is the perfect place for movie or sports fans. There is also an expansive pool table room as well as an exercise room with sauna. “The theater room and pool table were great for the grand kids,” said the owner. “And of course, the sauna was wonderful on those cold nights.”