Classic Florida Beach House
Slate gray cedar shakes and a crisp white trim give this beach house near Jacksonville, Fla. a classic, coastal aesthetic. Meanwhile, double hung windows, Adirondack chairs and ornamental grasses flank the front porch and contribute some stunning symmetry to the exterior.
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Gray Beach House Exterior With Flag
This coastal beach house sits right on Atlantic Beach in Florida. Seven bedrooms and a guest house keep everyone comfortable. And there are so many ways to enjoy the outdoors.
Dock Over Beach
The house backs directly up to the beach, easily accessible over a private dock.
Oceanfront Deck With Fire Pit
A wraparound walkway leads to this back deck (with new 25-year decking). Sit by the fire pit and take in vistas of the beach and the waves.
Coastal Living Room With Blue Pillows
Kick back to the view and sound of the waves in this appealing living room. Accessories bring in the colors of the ocean and nobody minds if a little sand gets on the floor.
Country Dining Room With Black Chairs
The kitchen opens easily onto this cheerful dining area, with light pouring in from the sliding glass door. Step onto the deck for appetizers al fresco!
White Open Plan Kitchen With Water View
In this kitchen, dark wood floors are a grounding contrast to the airy brightness of the white cabinetry and countertops. Whip up meals with the backdrop of the ocean.
White Cottage Chef Kitchen With Cooktop
In the bright, open kitchen, countertops and the backsplash are marble and a cooktop is conveniently positioned atop the island.
White Country Kitchen With Chalkboard
Jot down grocery lists or play tic-tac-toe with the chef: This friendly, open plan kitchen comes with a large chalkboard.
Blue Waterfront Bedroom With Four Poster Bed
Sand and sky are the reigning color palette in this waterfront bedroom that easily connects to the outdoors via a balcony.
Balcony With Beach View
The home's beautiful beachfront location means wide open vistas of sand, waves and sky. This balcony is directly off the master bedroom.
Gray Master Bathroom With Black Sconces
The master bathroom peps up its look with a mosaic tile floor and black sconces to match. And a freestanding tub stands ready to soak worries away.
Blue Bedroom With Loft
In this bedroom, a ladder leads up to a loft home office.
Gray Transitional Media Room With Clock
This comfy family room is on the lower level and is well-stocked for game and movie nights with a fireplace, card table, wall-mounted tv and a large sectional.
Gray Transitional Family Room With Brick Fireplace
Invite the whole crew over for the game; this family room is ready with a plush, huge sectional, fireplace and tv. And when the kids get squirrely, send them out to play. There's a porch and yard on the other side of sliding glass doors.
Back Exterior and Yard
Balconies, decks and patios make sure that every inch of outdoor space is utilized. The top floor houses the master bedroom suite. The bottom has a large family and game room, as well as another bedroom and bathroom.
Covered Deck With Fire Pit
Snag a seat around the fire pit or step right into the hot tub. Or if adventure is more the mood, a dock leads over the sand to the beach.
Deck With Beach View
Relax around the dinner—or breakfast table—with wide open views of sand and waves. If the breezes get too chilly, retire to the nearby fire pit.
Garage and Guest House
A 727-square foot guest house sits atop the detached three-car garage.
Front Porch and Guest House
The front porch looks out onto the guest house, with a pretty green courtyard and driveway in between.
Blue Cottage Living Room With White Armchairs
Over the garage, there is a 727-square foot guest house with a bedroom and a comfortable living room.
