Tropical
Elegance
The award-winning
residential developer and construction firm of Distinctive
Communities, Inc. has built their reputation by offering
homes in such prestigious communities as Pelican Bay, Pelican
Marsh, Tiburon, Miromar Lakes and Olde Cypress. Their three
latest model homes, the Antigua, Tobago and Grand Roy are
now ready for viewing at Martinique at the Classics at Lely
Resort and Country Club, a new West Indian-inspired village
located within the gated Estates at the Classics. The homes
stand as testaments to the gracious elegance of the British
West Indies Colonial style of architecture invigorated by
the tropical flair of the Caribbean.
The spacious models
feature floor plans ranging in size from 3,121 square feet
to 4,055 square feet in both one-and two-story floor plans.
All of the models feature three bedrooms and three baths,
and all also feature an additional den and half bath. These
villa homes offer standard custom features such as tile
roofs, French doors, granite kitchen counter tops, impact-resistant
doors and windows and carriage style garage doors. All homes
in the Classics feature golf course, lake or preserve views,
gated security and on-site amenities including three courses
of championship golf.
At 3,526 square
feet, the elegant Tobago model, decorated by Freestyle Interiors,
offers a library with soaring windows and wood accents,
just off the tiled entry foyer. The family room boasts a
dramatic coffered ceiling comprised of white beams coupled
with stained bead board ceiling insets. A unique rattan
paddle fan and the dark hardwood floors are perfect Colonial
touches. The room offers views to the outdoor living area
and the pool, which features a spill-over spa.
The lofty gourmet
kitchen offers custom-designed, painted wood cabinetry in
a light tone that contrasts dramatically with the darker
hardwood floors and features brushed nickel hardware. The
custom cabinetry panels also appear on the range hood, refrigerator
and dishwasher. The subway tile backsplash is the perfect
compliment to the custom decorative glass and marble mosaic
above the cooktop. Its many variations of blue tones mimic
the blue accents placed elsewhere throughout the home.
The impressive
master suite features a triple window wall, an elegant French
door opening to the pool and lanai areas, while the addition
of custom moulding throughout the room lends a distinctive
look to the space, which also offers his-and- hers walk
in closets with custom wood built-ins and a luxurious bath
boasting a walk-in shower and separate garden tub.
The 3,121 square
foot under air Antigua model, also by Freestyle Interiors,
features a grand entry foyer and gallery with a series of
three groin-vaulted ceilings that leads to the great room.
The tiled gallery floor features accent tiles that correspond
to the chandeliers above and an abundant application of
crown and detail moulding imparts an air of grandeur to
the space that is carried through the entire home. The den
impresses further, with richly stained hardwood French doors
and built-in maple custom millwork cabinetry. The lighter
painted coffered ceiling is accented with darker hardwood
and completes the elegant look.
The Island Colonial
feel of the home is carried through into the gourmet kitchen
which features raised panel maple cabinetry and range hood
and under cabinet accent lighting. The granite counter tops
are extended to the enlarged island, which is painted in
a lighter finish to contrast with the maple cabinets. Windows
above the cabinets allow for sunlight and the kitchen also
features a full KitchenAid appliance package and a custom-designed
tile backsplash that incorporates a brick tile pattern,
decorative listello, and mosaic tile.
At 3,910 square
feet under air, the Grand Roy, decorated by Vince Muller
Interiors, is the largest available model open for viewing.
These unique model
homes have been furnished in a rich colonial style. The
overstuffed couches and seating placed throughout the models
are covered in creamy island hues in keeping with the tropically
elegant feel of the homes.
The spacious
master bedrooms are flooded with the sunlight that pours
through generous windows and elegant French doors, while
the master baths are a study in elegance and feature glass-walled
showers and garden tubs, in addition to marble counters
and lofty ceiling height. The outdoor living areas feature
custom pools and spas, lush tropical landscaping, and areas
for both lounging and dining.
These models truly
represent the very best of Colonial luxury and incorporate
stunning details that are unique to Colonial architecture,
such as the soaring multi-story vaulted ceilings with transoms
that flow between the rooms. Such details are a big leap
away from the Mediterranean and Tuscan architecture that
has dominated the market recently.
“The heavy
Mediterranean look has saturated the marketplace,”
says David Sturdyvin, vice president of Distinctive Communities,
Inc. “Having listened to our clients, it is apparent
that their preferences have changed. This fresh new look
brings the tropical feel back where it belongs.”
Each home created
by Distinctive Communities is built to the highest level
of quality and design, as evidenced in the standard features
built into every home. This includes concrete paver driveways,
impact windows and doors, lush tropical landscaping, volume
ceilings, complete security and entry systems, European
wood closet shelving, Kohler bath fixtures, guest suites
with private baths and much more. Base prices start at under
$800,000 including homesite.
By
Kristine Hughes
Photography by Brynn Bruijn
Distinctive Communities,
Incorporated
1845 Trade Center Way
Naples, Florida 34109
Phone: 239 437-2966
Toll free: 877 690-9596
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