2653 del mar drive

THE VIEW IS STUNNING from this contemporary home with south facing vistas all the way to Portofino, the beach and the Naval Live Oaks. One of only nine homes in this cul-de-sac neighborhood with boat docks and storage buildings strategically located behind homes in an owners'-only deep-water canal. Live like you're on vacation every day in this casual, comfortable home designed for relaxing and entertaining. Enjoy a salt-water gunite pool and 1,298sf of decks and covered patio. The foyer features custom tile and a private office with closet. French doors open to a large living/dining area with floor to ceiling views. In winter, get cozy by a stunning, see-through gas fireplace by artist Peter King. The long wet bar is a fun gathering spot with a dining area that takes in the sunsets and colorful lights of Pensacola Beach at night. Watching the wading birds strut for their lunch in sparkling water is hypnotic during the day. Cooks will appreciate an efficient kitchen with two ovens, warming drawer, seemingly endless storage and walk-thru pantry to a laundry room where an electric dumbwaiter serves all three floors. The third floor is a large, light-filled suite with beamed cathedral ceiling and remote-controlled fireplace. The suite has additional space for a refreshment bar and seating or desk area. The suite has two walk-in closets, an extra deep jetted tub and a separate walk-in shower w/ water closet. Up a short ladder is the Crow's Nest, perfect as an artist's loft or reading nook. On the first floor is a multipurpose room with large screen projection TV (conveys) and full bath,. Theirs a separate handyman's room and extra large two car garage. Mature landscape thrives with a deep-well irrigation system. The exterior was totally renovated with new Hardi plank siding, Trex decks/stairs, new pool equipment and a new roof in September 2025.