Property Amenities

Originally built in 1920, the 6,000-sq. ft. main residence features a concrete stucco exterior, terra cotta hip roof, and steel understructure, with a stucco-and-wrought-iron fence surrounding much of the property. Upstairs, three full bedrooms include recently refreshed en suite baths, while downstairs includes the wood-paneled library, airy sitting room,  formal dining room, cheery sunroom, spacious utility room, and two half baths. The newly-remodeled kitchen centers around the enormous stone-topped island, complete with prep sink, overlooking the poolside. The third floor features plenty more storage space.

The main property parcel, stretching from Scenic Drive to the back of the workshop, features lush, mature oak trees and plenty of sunny lawns. The property also comes with not one but FOUR outbuildings in the backyard, plus a small storage shed. Purchasers of the home have the option to buy another two acres separately (see below).

This gorgeous guest house offers understated luxury throughout, starting with an array of premium kitchen appliances from Delta-based manufacturer Viking: refrigerator, gas range, ice machine, dishwasher, microwave, and trash compactor. A pot-filler, an undermount double sink, and stone countertops complete the kitchen complement. The rest of the tiled ground level includes dining space, living space, and a three-quarter bathroom including handicap-accessible shower and washer/dryer hookups.

Upstairs features both bedrooms plus a kitchenette with sink and room for a fridge, with hardwood flooring throughout. One tiled bathroom includes a double vanity with stone countertops and a terrific view overlooking the pool, plus a balcony. Constructed on a slab foundation with stucco exterior.

This two-story structure features a 3BD/2BA apartment upstairs with all-new windows, plus a workshop downstairs with two single-entry garage doors and plenty of storage. Slab foundation and wood siding exterior.

The perfect studio-style guest space, featuring a kitchenette and three-quarter bathroom.  Features slate flooring, slab foundation, and stucco exterior.

Features three roll-up doors, a half bath, electrical power, water, and plenty of room for all your toys. Slab foundation with stucco exterior.

This chlorinated, plaster-sided pool on the west side of the house is the perfect relaxation spot.

Three-quarters of an acre sweeping down to Highway 90 and the white-sand beach overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.

Built into the Scenic bluff itself, this wine cellar can hold more than 1,200 bottles of wine in chilled comfort.

Luxury finishings include include flooring of inlaid marble and clear (top-grade) heart pine timber, plaster mouldings, beautiful staircase woodwork, and exquisite hardware throughout, such as leaded glass doors. The main chandelier and front gates are said to come from to the king of New Orleans hotels, the St. Charles, which stood in the Crescent City for nearly 140 years.

More than two acres of live oaks and sunny lawns, this area north of the home includes the tennis court and direct gate access to Second Street. Purchaser of the house can choose to buy this additional land or not, but it cannot be sold by itself.