Nestled at the end of a private road in Alpine, New Jersey, this 10,233-square-foot contemporary home overlooks just over 2 acres of lush grounds.

“Luxurious contemporary interior highlights include open concept living, soaring ceilings, walls of glass allowing for sun-drenched rooms, and glass sliders to balconies from nearly every richly appointed room,” says Pamela Kutoroff of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Van Der Wende Properties who is co-listing the property with Robert Van Der Wende.

The custom-crafted home — with an adjusted list price of $5.5 million — boasts five bedrooms, four full and two half baths.

“Use your imagination for all the possibilities this 3-story expansive space offers to combine both your work and home lifestyle.” says Kutoroff. “The lower level provides an Olympic-size-length lap pool with a cabana, kitchenette, and full gym for your family’s entertainment.”

A carefully-crafted, 4,000-square-foot home on Beaver Island, Michigan.

This home lends itself to its excellent surroundings, which can be viewed throughout the home. Even the balcony provides amazing views of the 675 feet of sandy Lake Michigan beach frontage.

Inside, the gourmet kitchen features marble countertops, abundant storage and pantry space. “The kitchen is my favorite room because it is a bright, functional, great-working kitchen,” says listing agent Edward Wojan of Ed Wojan Realty.

Steps beyond the kitchen, the formal dining room faces the lake, and outside there is a covered, informal dining porch to watch world-class sunsets.

The main home’s upper floor contains two spacious bedrooms and a small children’s bedroom — which could also be used as an office plus a bath. It is complete with an overhead loft showcasing unobstructed lake views. This area is connected by a balcony walkway to a 1,100-square-foot independent apartment. It includes a full kitchen, bath, and living room.

Additionally, the house is connected by a covered breezeway, which leads to a separate garage with two large parking bays, an Olympic-sized tennis court, and a workshop.

“It is perfect for high-powered executives who need solitude to regenerate, says Wojan. who is listing the property for $3 million. “It truly is a getaway from busy work life.”

For more information contact: Ed Wojan, info@edwojanrealty.com, 231.313.8682

The Pivot
For ELITE agents, the pandemic pivot is just the latest example of adapting to — and staying ahead of — inevitable changes in the business.

You’re invited to an exclusive Unique Homes online event on Tuesday, April 27 at 1pm Eastern.

As Unique Homes celebrates its 50th Anniversary, we convene a panel of experts who will discuss creating change, being proactive, technology, creating connections, building trust. community devotion, and more.

To Join: Please register here. You will receive a confirmation email with the details to participate.

Join Moderator and Unique Homes Associate Publisher Mark Moffa and:

• Mariann Cordova, Mariann Cordova Team,
  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Mission Viejo, California
• Julie Faupel, Founder/CEO of REALM, and Owner of Jackson Hole Real Estate Associates
• Tami Simms, The Simms Team, Coastal Properties Group, St. Petersburg, Florida
• Karen Stone, Sotheby’s International Realty — New York City and Park City, Utah
• Candy Swick, Candy Swick & Company, Sarasota, Florida
• James Torrance, Keller Williams Reserve, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Unparalleled luxury abounds in Grenata Preserve, which is in the heart of Loudoun County Wine and Hunt Country in Leesburg, Virginia.

Thoughtful design and decor encapsulates this home.

On four finished levels it includes over 14,000 square feet. It features seven bedrooms, seven fireplaces, wine tasting and media rooms, and an energy-efficient Geothermal system with seven zones.

The chef’s kitchen lends itself for large gatherings. There is also an elevator that leads to a private master suite overlooking the resort-style backyard.

Other amenities include an outdoor saltwater pool, spa, pool house, and a finished studio space above a heated and cooled detached garage equipped with a car lift.

“The back yard has a gorgeous pool with fountains, a cabana with an outdoor kitchen and there is a fire pit for evening s’mores and a spa near the natural waterfall,” says Kelly Gaitten of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty who is listing the property for $6.9 million. “It is perfect for entertaining family and friends inside and out and there is plenty of room for guests to stay and visit.”

Greeting all with a charming gatehouse at the beginning of a stamped cobblestone drive, this 39-room home in Ligonier Township Pennsylvania offers a regal vibe.

Breathless features include a great room; a stone fireplace with a massive chimney (designed to be viewed from all three floors); hundreds of spiral wooden spindles surrounding the path around the second floor; and a massive chandelier. The home also showcases a cocktail lounge, a dining room that seats 20-plus comfortably, a commercial-style kitchen, geo-thermal heat, and an elevator to all three floors.

“My personal favorite room of the house would be the wine cellar,” says Tidwell who is listing the home for $1.5 million. “It has so much character and charm from the moment you enter.”

For more information contact: Donna Tidwell, Donna@DonnaSoldIt.com, 724-244-0470

This 2012 architect-designed contemporary-style Colonial home is on two-plus acres on the coveted Farm Street in Dover, Massachusetts. Fine details throughout include an open floor plan, wonderful natural light, beautiful millwork and Brazilian cherry floors.

“The wonderful thing about this home is its versatility,” says listing agent Mary Crane of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate. “When the sellers first moved in, they had small children and felt this newly constructed home was very conducive for that.”

Features include an eat-in kitchen with an island and stainless appliances; a family room with a fireplace; formal living and dining rooms; five bedrooms; four full and one half baths; a home office; sunroom; and a mudroom.

“The hidden treasure of the house, though, is the basement, says Crane who is listing the property for $2.15 million. “It is just over 2,000 square feet and is truly the pièce de résistance in this home!”The finished basement includes play/exercise rooms, radiant heat, a full bath,  and a wet bar.

Outdoors, enjoy a Persian grey limestone patio with a built-in kitchen and a heated saltwater gunite pool. “This home is perfect for entertaining,” says Crane.

For more watch this video https://vimeo.com/427889388 

On a pristine and tranquil stretch of beach in the beautiful Turtle Cove neighborhood of Providenciales, Lizard Lounge has been thoughtfully executed for a family-friendly vision of luxury island living. Newly completed in 2019, this stunning and classical Caribbean villa — designed by COAST architects —evokes Caribbean laid back elegance at its finest with its coral stone exterior and blue shutters set against a backdrop of white sands and turquoise sea, peppered by coral heads just off the beach.

Outdoors, features include a pool, hot tub, grill station, and al fresco dining and lounging surrounded by beautiful gardens.

The five-bedroom home (with five en suites and two half baths) spans a total of 8,500 square feet of finished areas.

The main level stretches from the beach with its gracious living, dining and entertaining areas, playroom and guest bedroom. On the upper level, the grand oceanfront primary suite features a shaded balcony, luxurious bathroom with double vanity, shower, soaking tub with ocean view, beverage center, and a walk-in closet.

The second level also features a desk nook, two additional bedrooms and what is currently an office, but easily converted to the 5th bedroom with its own en-suite bath. Impeccably detailed throughout, finer touches include Miele appliances, stone tile flooring, traditional Caribbean ‘pickled’ timber flooring, elegant and extensive custom millwork and built-ins, and more.

Listed by Nina Siegenthaler of Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, the home is situated on the western end of world-famous Grace Bay beach and is listed for $6.975 million. It is a short walk to a collection of restaurants and activities at nearby Turtle Cove with its boutique marina facilities and exceptional snorkeling.

Learn more about this luxury property here.

For more information contact: Nina Siegenthaler, Turks & Caicos Sotheby’s International Realty, 1-649-231-0707, nina@tcsothebysrealty.com

Resting between the famous White Witch and Cinnamon Hill golf courses, in the exclusive gated Caribbean Heights of Montego Bay, Jamaica, this exquisite villa is set on .64 acres and boasts a commanding view of the Caribbean Sea.

The impressive architecturally designed home features an inviting entrance hall leading to an open living area with sliding doors overlooking the patio, manicured lawn and a mid-sized pool deck.

“While dining on the terrace or just lounging, you get the feeling that you could reach out and touch the ocean,” listing agent Maxine Lawrence of Gourzong Realty Group.

The home also includes three bedrooms, five baths, an office, a full gym with a bar and kitchenette, central sound system, 24-hour security, spa, sauna, and separate staff quarters.

“The villa has a warm, inviting and relaxed feel, exuding an enviable, elegant tropical flair,” says Lawrence who is listing the property for $2.6 million. “It is luxuriously spacious, yet intimate, offering comfort and privacy.”

The property is easily accessible to hotels, beaches, golf courses, fine dining restaurants, medical centers, conferencing facilities, schools and the police station.

“This home is ideal for families or individuals who want that tropical, luxurious, resort-like flair, but with the warmth and comfort of home,” says Lawrence.

For more information contact: Maxine Lawrence, Gourzong Realty Group, maxinelawrence.realtor@gmail.com, 876.822.7231