The Compound

Water views cater to a Cape Cod lifestyle in Cataumet

The stunning property known as The Compound was built by Halliday Builders to accommodate the homeowners’ large family and create a lifetime of summer memories on Cape Cod.

The Cataumet home is distinguished on the waterside by a sweeping double staircase that steps down from a wrap-around porch. The rear of the house opens to a backyard featuring a built-in pool, tennis court, sprawling lawn, raised gardens, and a “guest house” that contains a home gym and sauna.

“The homeowners desired a home where their family could come and enjoy for years to come,” notes Jim Halliday, owner and president of the family-owned and operated business. Halliday Builders has been building custom homes on Cape Cod for more than 30 years and prides itself on personal attention, from proposal to move-in day and beyond.

The waterfront site did present some challenges for the project.

“The site presented a few challenges as the property is in a velocity flood zone and we had to comply with FEMA regulations,” explained Halliday. “It was a wonderful job and amazing customers to work with.”

The four-bedroom shingle-style Cape Cod home indeed has plenty of seating areas for large gatherings, via the expansive, wraparound porch, mahogany decks, and an outdoor patio as well as enviable water views from many interior rooms.

“The home was designed to take advantage of the water views,” adds Jimmy Halliday, production and marketing manager at Halliday Builders, who was responsible for keeping the project running smoothly.

Interior design throughout the home was coordinated by Kristen Halliday Diotte, general manager and designer, who worked closely with the homeowners sourcing trims, tile, solid surfaces, accessories, and lighting and determining kitchen and bath designs. Materials that add texture and warmth throughout the home punch up a muted coastal palette.

Families today require an open floor plan, and William Lee Architects & Associates delivered with a spacious kitchen, anchored by an island, with seating, that opens to the dining area and living room.

In the kitchen, Shaker-style inset custom cabinetry is painted White Dove; appliances and the range hood have been paneled to match the cabinetry to create a seamless look. Two types of counter materials were used: a handsome Absolute Black honed granite in the working areas of the kitchen and walnut top on the island and wet bar.

The dining room has a more formal air with a beaded chandelier and a custom wood table flanked by black and white high-backed upholstered chairs. The ceiling features a unique architectural detail: round ceiling molding.

The family can gather comfortably in the living room around the fireplace to chat or watch television. The interior design mixes textures and styles: a leather sofa, two upholstered swivel chairs, and two large wicker chairs with comfortable cushions and arranged around a round hammered coffee table. There’s also a window seat that beckons reading or water-gazing.

White oak flooring was installed throughout the main house.

The master bedroom features a wall of double-hung windows with transoms above, opening to a mahogany deck.

Upstairs, the four bedrooms cater to a large family. One guest room includes two built-in twin beds with a floating, built-in nightstand between them. The space also includes a queen-sized bed.

The main house also includes a home office.

The pool area features an outdoor kitchen, real wood-burning fireplace, and dining area shaded by a pergola.

When it’s time for the gym, the family can head to the guest house, which houses gym equipment, a sauna, wet bar, beverage center, living room, and a full bath. The ceiling is vaulted to a cupola, making the one-story structure seem spacious.

The family also enjoys gardening in enclosed raised vegetable garden beds constructed in the rear of the property.

The understated landscaping incorporates hydrangea and beach grasses, cobblestone borders, and landscape lighting.

The cedar shingles of the main house and guest house will weather to a Cape Cod gray, thanks to a bleaching oil. Red cedar shakes were used on the roofs.

Like all their custom-built homes, Halliday Builders incorporated all the latest technology, from complete audio/video systems, to integrated smart home features and green technologies.

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