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photocastThe 3800 foot home is situated on Pensacola Beach. An open floor plan and glass balcony railings facilitate an unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico from the second floor. There is no public access to the beach near this location so the 100 foot lot seems relatively isolated and private. A geothermal energy saving system provides heating and air conditioning for the home.
Pensacola Beach: Ariola Drive Art Deco House
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by Denise Daughtry
There is a wide expanse of beach between the waterfront and the home.
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by Denise Daughrry
Every room has the advantage of a large expanse of windows or skylights on both floors.
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by Denise Daughtry
Dunes on the side and front are held in place by the extensive root system of sea oats.
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by Denise Daughtry
A boardwalk leads from the backporch to the beach.
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by Denise Daughtry
The view is facilitated by glass balcony railings. The fence on the beach is a dune building line trap the blowing sand.
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by Denise Daughtry
The house was rebuilt in 1995. Stainless steel trim and hardware were added to the exterior finishing.
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by Denise Daughtry
The second floor deck wraps around the house and is an extension of the interior living space.
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by Denise Daughtry
A hot tub is sunken into the deck off the master bedroom.
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by Denise Daughtry
The staircase bisects the deck leading to the downstairs living area.
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
There is an enclosed patio area on the east side the house.
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by Denise Daughtry
The home faces north on Ariola Drive.
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by Denise Daughtry
The glass brick tower is the dominant feature of the facade. It functions as the enclosure for the circular staircase.
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by Denise Daughtry
Stucco is the exterior finish of the home.
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by Denise Daughtry
There are two bedrooms, two baths, a kitchen and a living area in the downstairs guest quarters.
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by Denise Daughtry
A circular staircase connects the guest quarters to the second floor residence.
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by Denise Daughtry
The risers are wood that match the upstairs flooring material.
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
The kitchen is located on the west side of the second floor. It features a catering kitchen and wine cooler.
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by Denise Daughtry
The appliances were imported from France.
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
There are no columns to impede the view in the upstairs living area.
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by Denise Daughtry
The 24 foot ceilings give the room a spacious, open feeling.
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
Fireplaces in the master bedroom and the great room feature marble mantels imported from Greece.
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by Denise Daughtry
The master bedroom and bath is separated by closets.
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by Denise Daughtry
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by Denise Daughtry
The tub and shower enclosure is faced with marble and glass bricks which functions as a steam room.
