HOME REAL ESTATE
Nantucket-Style on Kent Island By Lisa J. Gotto
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his phenomenal, custom-built waterfront home provides Bay views for miles and thousands of reasons why you might not ever want to leave there.
Live, work, stay, play—the new owners will be able to do all that and in grand style in this 9,000-square-foot, New England-inspired estate resting on just under two acres of land on the Kent Island coastline. Numerous custom windows and door treatments throughout the home flood it with light, providing that real wow moment upon entry into the grand two-story foyer, highlighted with a gorgeous staircase with custom-carved spindle design, and forward-looking views out to the Bay through French doors opposite the entry.
The quintessential home for entertaining, the entire main level living area is exquisitely designed to make the Bay the guest of honor for any event. No detail was spared to give this home its resort-like character. Gorgeous tray and coffered ceiling treatments provide depth and interest. Rich, honey-colored hardwoods flow throughout. Architectural details, such as arched entryways, and a second, custom-carved staircase winding like sculpture from the spacious formal dining area to the second floor above, are stunning statement makers. The formal dining area provides panoramic Bay views, a circular tray ceiling above, and flawless entry to the home’s well-equipped, chef’s kitchen with all-white custom cabinetry. The space offers a gorgeous center island with marble
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