OCEAN CITY — The new three-story stunner at 12 E. Newcastle Road in the Gardens section of America’s Greatest Family Resort is a wonder to behold inside and outside.
Listing agent Emily Wilkins described it as “a single-family coastal sanctuary in Ocean City’s prestigious Gardens neighborhood.”
Known as Casa al Mare, it features a handsome exterior with cedar shake siding and a multi-peaked roof and contains numerous areas for gathering and finding privacy.
“Positioned directly across the street from the beach, this residence captures sweeping ocean views while showcasing architectural pedigree, cutting-edge technology and timeless shore style,” Wilkins said, noting it was just built by Georgetti Construction.
The home sits on a 59-foot by 92-foot lot at one of the highest elevations on the island, offering nearly 4,000 square feet of finished living space with multiple outdoor entertaining areas across three levels, including five bedrooms, six full bathrooms, a powder room and the convenience of an elevator.
The exterior showcases Maibec cedar siding, an Alaskan red cedar roof with copper accents, copper half-round gutters, Marmiro stone hardscaping and lush landscaping with custom flower boxes, planters and lighting.
A brick border wall runs across the front and side of the home, softened by shrubs and a grassy yard, and a walkway leads down the left to the main entrance and beyond to the swimming pool and extensive patio.
“Outdoor living is elevated with a bar and entertaining area featuring Naturekast cabinetry, Bromic heaters and a TV, all overlooking the 10’ × 20’ heated gunite saltwater pool with fountains,” Wilkins said.
A custom mahogany door with a window and side panels opens to a grand foyer with a sweeping staircase, complete with a custom stair runner and designer lighting — setting the tone for the home’s sophisticated design.
The interior was designed and furnished by Associated Design Studio for turnkey luxury living at the beach. The home is being sold mostly furnished.
The first level includes a separate living area with shaded front porch, two bedroom suites and a cabana bath.
Atop the first flight of stairs on the main level, the open great room features a coffered ceiling with a living and dining area flowing into a gourmet kitchen with Bluebell cabinetry, a Macchia Vecchia marble-wrapped hood and waterfall island. Stainless steel appliances are by Sub-Zero and Wolf.
“Expansive NanaWall glass doors create seamless indoor-outdoor living and frame ocean views, with Bromic heaters allowing year-round enjoyment,” Wilkins said.
The dining area features custom cabinetry and an oyster accent wall that extends to a balcony with a built-in grill overlooking the rear yard.
This level also offers a powder room, a laundry room with a sink and custom cabinetry, and two ensuite bedrooms, including a custom bunk room.
The top floor is dedicated to the private primary suite, offering a seating area and bedroom — both opening to a balcony with panoramic water views and more seating.
The suite includes a custom peaked cathedral ceiling planked in white boards with a cute cutout area for relaxing with a great book and reading the Ocean City Sentinel.
There’s a walk-in closet and spa-style bathroom with dual vanities, a makeup counter, soaking tub, glass-enclosed rain shower and heated toilet.
Completing the retreat is a screened sleeping porch designed for breezy summer nights.
High-end finishes include Andersen A-Series windows, white oak wide-plank hardwood floors, radiant heating throughout the ground level and primary bathroom, walk-in closets, custom-tiled baths and a holographic fireplace.
Smart home integration features Lutron, Control4, Sonos and full interior/exterior security.
The two-car garage is outfitted with a pet sink, washer/dryer, ice maker, vehicle charging station and custom storage — ideal for a luxury beach lifestyle.
“Casa al Mare is more than a home — it’s a statement of design and craftsmanship in one of Ocean City’s most sought-after neighborhoods,” Wilkins said.
The home is among the winding, pedestrian-friendly streets of the Gardens, which is a destination rather than a thoroughfare.
The beach and boardwalk — 2.5 miles of oceanfront entertainment, restaurants, thrill rides and souvenir shops — get most of the attention in this seaside resort, but the island has much more to offer.
An award-winning downtown stretches from Sixth to 14th streets along Bay Avenue and has expanded onto other nearby streets, offering more than 100 shops and cafes. There’s also the popular watersports district around Third Street on Bay Avenue, where the brave can rent powerboats, go parasailing, join the crew of a pirate ship and take a kayak tour of the back bays. Private and party boat fishing tours are also available.
Out back, there’s room for multiple cars on the paver parking pad outside the two-car garage. So even though this home is in a popular beach area, there will never be a problem at Casa al Mare.
– By CRAIG D. SCHENCK/Sentinel staff
