Listing # 1507
Windover, Fascinating Brigantine Bay Canal Home, Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas. Under Contract ($995,000.)
Treasure Cay, Abaco, Bahamas.
“Windover” is a fascinating 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 level waterfront home on tranquil and beautiful Brigantine Bay canal. This tastefully furnished residence features 1,748 square feet of comfortable living space under air, plus 328 square feet of covered deck overlooking the canal, and a spacious 289 square foot garage, providing sufficient space for a car and golf cart. The residence is strategically positioned on the property to afford exceptional water views along the length of Brigantine Bay from the open living area and covered deck.
“Windover” is uniquely blessed with many appealing hand painted artistic applications throughout the furnishings and décor. The skillful utilization of crisp, clean white and tropical pastel blues and greens accurately mimics the Bahamas tropical sea colors.
This appealing property of 10,400 square feet is beautifully landscaped with an array of tropical trees and flowering shrubbery and foliage, including breadfruit, papaya, chocolate Zapote, soursop, giger, orange, banana, various bougainvillea, hibiscus, night blooming jasmine and towering palm trees. The walled yard is entered through a gate topped with a flowering arbor; there is a second arbor above the front door entry. The 80’ of bulk-headed canal frontage, with its 40’ lay-along dock, fish cleaning station and dolphin pilings provide protected and private deep water dockage for your pleasure craft just a few steps from your home. Average low tide water depth is 3 feet.
“Windover’s” ground floor living level includes the Great Room, which consists of an open concept comfortable living area overlooking Brigantine Bay, plus a formal dining alcove, the kitchen, master suite and media room/den. Two guest bedrooms and a shared guest bath are located on the second floor level.
Main Living Level:
The spacious Great Room, with its vaulted, open beam ceiling offers the optimal environment for casual living or gracious entertaining. Comfortable furnishings include a love seat, sofa with matching ottoman, two white rattan and wicker arm chairs, complementing glass top end tables and a glass top coffee table. A built-in corner display cabinet, accentuated by hand painted marine life images, will effectively display your collection of bric-a-brac items. A distinctively hand painted sideboard adorns the staircase wall leading to the second level. Spectacular water views along Brigantine Bay are visible through the 12’ wide expanse of sliding glass patio doors exiting from the Great Room onto a covered patio/deck.
The two predominate focal points of the formal dining alcove are the glass top oval dining table with its exceptional three dolphin carved pedestal and the room’s wall treatments, consisting of beautifully hand painted walls portraying hewn limestone building blocks, accented by a hand painted 'trompe d'oeil' mosaic border depicting tropical marine life. The marine life motif is extended to the dining chandelier, accentuated with miniature tropical sea shells and suspended from the open beam, vaulted ceiling.
The modern and cheery kitchen is accessed directly from the dining area and offers a pass-through/breakfast bar separating it from the open living area and featuring splendid water views. The white ceramic tiled countertops and back splashes are accented with a ceramic tile border and inserts displaying marine life. Major appliances include a Kitchenaid 5 burner smooth-top electric stove/oven with an overhead exhaust fan, a 25 cubic foot Whirlpool side-by-side refrigerator/freezer with in door ice and water dispensers and a Whirlpool dishwasher. The custom white kitchen cabinetry provides ample storage space and includes a “Lazy Susan”. An array of smaller appliances includes a counter-top microwave oven, toaster oven, blender and coffer maker. The double bowl stainless steel sink includes a insinkerator and an under-sink reverse osmosis water purification system. A pantry adjacent to the kitchen offers cabinetry with a ceramic tiled counter top, an under counter refrigerator and generous shelving overhead.
The covered deck/patio extending along the canal-side façade of the residence provides breath-taking views along the length of Brigantine Bay. Accessories include a propane grille, roll up bamboo blinds, plus patio furnishings. Steps descend from the covered deck to a lower open deck area, also equipped with patio furniture. Your private dock is just a few steps beyond.
The media room/library, with its extensive built-in bookcase and library shelving, is furnished with rattan and wicker furniture and accessories, including a unique 5 canvas paddle ceiling fan, illuminated display shelf above the bookcase, a hand painted 4 drawer enclosed desk and a 27” television. An 8’ sliding glass patio doors exits from this comfortable and relaxing room onto the covered patio.
The master suite also features a patio door exiting to an open deck area. Master suite furnishings include a Queen bed, an 8 drawer dresser, two night tables and accessories. Built in cabinetry extends along an entire wall and includes exceptional storage space and a home office/workstation desk. Windows above the wall cabinetry provide an abundance of natural lighting. The open beam vaulted ceiling and fan also enhance the spaciousness of this suite. The walk-in closet ensures ample space. The adjoining master bath, with its two entrances, is accessed directly from the master suite and from a hallway off the living area. The bath is equipped with a full sized shower enclosure, ceramic tiled shower walls, a ceramic tiled counter-top vanity with a large single hand painted ceramic basin. A tropical fish motif creates an appealing décor.
Second Level:
The primary guest bedroom is tastefully furnished with a Queen bed, a six drawer white wicker dresser with matching wall mirror, a complementing white rattan lounging chair and a white 5 paddle, tropical leaf design ceiling fan. A natural wood finish wicker accented desk with drawers and matching night table complete the furnishings. The closet features sliding mirrored doors. For your viewing enjoyment, a built-in armoire contains the 27” Toshiba television. The ceiling is comprised of white tongue and groove and the floor covering is natural wood finished parquet style treatment.
The second guest bedroom, also with a ceiling fan, is currently being utilized as a art studio and can be readily adapted for any desired usage.
The shared guest bath offers a full tub with shower, ceramic tiled floor, white tongue and groove wood ceiling and a single basin vanity.
Garage:
A detached 1.5 vehicle garage provides ample space for a car and golf cart. It is equipped with a full size Whirlpool washer and dryer, plus a chest freezer and storage shelving.
Additional Amenities Include:
* Newly installed central air conditioning
* 13” ceramic tiled floors throughout all ground level areas
* Ceiling fans throughout
* Exterior lighting
* Exterior shower facilities
* Tropically inspired, artistically created, hand painted accessories & décor throughout
* Beautifully landscaped private grounds
“Windover” represents a lovingly created and meticulously maintained “turn-key” canal front home appropriately positioned to vantage exceptional views along the length of tranquil Brigantine Bay Canal. Make this choice property your dreamed retirement home while it is still available.
The friendly and inviting residential and resort community of Treasure Cay, Bahamas is located less than 1 hour from South Florida on any one of the many daily commercial and charter flights arriving at Treasure Cay International Airport. Treasure Cay offers 3-1/2 miles of soft powder white sandy beaches, an 18 hole championship golf course, a 150 slip, full service marina – rated one of the finest marinas in the Bahamas, duty-free shopping, island cuisine restaurants, banking facilities, a library, car, boat and golf cart rentals and a modern medical clinic.
| Type: |
House |
Near School: |
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| Bedrooms: |
3 |
Ocean View: |
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| Bathrooms: |
2 |
Ocean Waterfront: |
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| Construction: |
CBS Block & Wood Frame, Metal Roof |
Canalfront: |
Yes |
| Square Feet: |
2,037 s/f Under Roof, plus 328 s/f Covered Deck |
Near Beach: |
Yes |
| Lot Size: |
10,400 sq. ft. |
Beachfront: |
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| Age of Home: |
Built in 1981 |
Harbour Waterfront: |
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| Golf Course: |
Yes |
Gated Community: |
Yes |
| Dock Facilities: |
Yes |
Hill Top: |
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LISTING PHOTOS
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"Windover" Fascinating Canal Home
"Windover" - Canalside Facade
Private Dock on Protected Brigantine Canal
Tastefully Furnished Living Area Affords Splendid Water Views
Covered Deck Overlooking Tranquil Brigantine Bay Canal
Dining Alcove with Hand Painted Wall Design
Compact & Modern Kitchen
Media Room/Den
Master Suite
Guest Suite
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