331 Riverside Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32176

This magnificent home is arguably Ormond's most treasured example of mid-century modern architecture surrounded by nature on nearly an acre of land here on coveted ''One-Way Riverside Drive''. Truly remarkable in so many ways, the home was custom constructed in 1963 with all of the rich elements that designers dream of including terrazzo floors gleaming beneath a tongue-n-groove ceiling supported by ancient timbers that beam across the incredible coquina stone fireplace. The main living room features a wall of glass doors that allow for spectacular garden views year-round and can be opened to accommodate open air living in cooler months. CONTINUED. .. . A long galley kitchen with solid wood cabinetry and quartz tops overlooks a verandah that serves as the owners' outdoor dining room. The very private free form pool is surrounded by a paver appointed lanai. The room count here includes 5 bedrooms and 4 baths including a private suite with fireplace and built-in desk and shelves which creates the ideal den/office with a private entry. The master suite here is the ultimate owners' retreat with high transom windows that welcome the sunlight and a sliding glass door that opens onto an elevated deck that overlooks the sprawling lawn. A generous walk-in closet is adjacent to the beautifully renovated master bath with double vanities and a fantastic shower for two with double heads plus a rain shower above. Bedrooms 3 and 4 open through sliders onto the patio and share a beautifully renovated hall bath while the 5th bedroom serves as an ideal guest suite with a charming bath and a dedicated door to a private lanai. Step outside to explore the rolling oak shaded grounds to find a splendid retreat the offers the ideal she-shed or mancave perched high on a hill with a lovely, covered porch. The air conditioned two car garage is oversized and includes a workshop.

The photos tell the story, however they do not do it justice. In the early 1960's a local insurance executive and his family acquired nearly 1 acre of oak shaded land with rolling hills here on historic Riverside Drive for the construction of a home like no other in the area. The owner and his architect belabored for months before finalizing a design that would later be constructed of fine materials and rich earthly elements to create an indoor atmosphere that could become one with the sprawling green space surrounding the home. CONTINUED. .. The finished product remains much the same today either restored or preserved with all of the interior appointments that designers dream of including a stunning coquina stone fireplace and terrazzo floors under a tongue-n-groove ceiling with massive timbers supported by exposed steel supports to create an ambiance of home with a wow factor. The home was laid out at an angle with oversized glass panes carefully situated to subtly bring the outdoors in and provide soft natural illumination into the great room. Just adjacent to the main living room, the kitchen with 10' ceilings and custom solid wood cabinetry complimented by brick accents overlooks the sprawling gardens. The master suite is both generous and private with a lovely bath and walk in closet which were recently redesigned and renovated for today's conveniences without disturbing the original design fabric of the home. The room count here includes 5 true bedrooms, however the owners choose to use the front suite as a den/office due to it's unique character with fabulous built-ins surrounding a second stone fireplace. The outdoor areas that surround the home allow for plenty of open air entertainment or relaxation options whether grilling on the lanai, relaxing on the deck or enjoying the breeze by the pool. The sprawling lanai surrounding the beautiful free form pool is incredibly private and positioned for sun exposure nearly all day. Oversized 2 car garage and workshop is climate controlled by a dedicated unit. The 0.92 acres lives like a private park and the beautiful landscape is mostly native fauna that requires little maintenance, but if a green thumb found the need for a vegetable garden or seasonal ornamentals, the sky is the limit here. Three out buildings provide great storage and a unique gate in the far rear of the parcel allows for vehicle access to the back property. Location. .. .this one way, oak covered, quiet lane meanders along the banks of the Halifax River just three blocks from the Atlantic Ocean and is home to some of the most notable homes in this part of FL including the winter home of John D. Rockefeller and his impressive waterfront gardens that now make up a beloved public park and event center at base of the Ormond Bridge. Walk to wonderful restaurants, great shopping, beautiful parks and our local art museum. Arguably, the most desirable address in our county.