Price: $1,425,000 | Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Square Ft: 1,590

This charming beach cottage is located in Delray Beach just one block from the Atlantic Ocean and East Atlantic Avenue’s boutiques and restaurants. The prime location is rarely available and second-to-none. Completely and lovingly renovated in 2013, the property combines the timeless essence of a 1940’s cottage with modern amenities to create the perfect place to enjoy all South Florida has to offer. Delray Beach is a popular destination for residents and tourists alike making this beach cottage the ultimate opportunity for year-round living, a seasonal retreat or rental potential. Enjoy easy trips to Palm Beach, Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale along scenic A1A. There are several private jetports and three international airports conveniently located nearby via Interstate 95.

Nestled behind a privacy hedge, the property is enhanced by tropical landscape, a charming walkway and an inviting front porch. The interior combines coastal colors and beach inspired décor to create a tranquil spot to relax or entertain. Plantation shutters throughout allow natural light to brighten each room and provide views of the grounds. The front door opens to reveal the cottage’s living room with hardwood floors, custom shelves, coat closet and views of the backyard and pool. The living room flows to the dining room with tile floors and French doors that open to the loggia, patio and pool. The eat-in kitchen is clean and bright, opens to the dining room and has white cabinets with soft-close drawers, tile floors, snack bar and Frigidaire stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, side-by-side refrigerator and oven.

The hallway off the living room leads to the master bedroom, full bath and one of the guest bedrooms. The master bedroom has hardwood floors, a ceiling fan and a large closet with built-in shelves. The master bath is located across the hall and features a custom glass walk-in shower, vanity and tile floors. The first guest bedroom is located next to the master bath and has hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, a ceiling fan and views of the outdoor living area. The hallway off the dining room leads to the second guest bedroom and full bath. The bedroom has hardwood floors, a closet with built-in shelves, a ceiling fan and views of the pool.

The backyard is perfectly framed by landscaping and fence providing both privacy and a tropical setting for enjoying the lap pool and covered outdoor loggia. With ample room for entertaining and lounging, the covered loggia has a charming trellis wall, coral tile, ceiling fans and bar with refrigerator and sink. The open patio has plenty of room for relaxing poolside. The north walkway leads from the pool to the outdoor shower, garage side door and front gate. There is also a south walkway that leads from the pool to the front gate.

The one-car garage has an entry door to the kitchen and another door to the north walkway. The full-size washer and dryer are in the garage along with a laundry sink and built-in cabinets for storage. Modern amenities include full-house generator, impact glass windows and doors, ceiling fans, digital Lennox air-conditioner control, security system, new pool pump, custom lighting and plantation shutters throughout. The front driveway and one-car garage provide ample space for vehicle, golf cart or bikes for enjoying the close proximity to the beach and downtown Delray Beach.

Completely renovated, the property combines the timeless essence of a 1940’s cottage with modern amenities to create a fabulous spot for lounging and entertaining. Located just one block from the beach and East Atlantic Avenue, this property offers the perfect opportunity for year-round living, a seasonal retreat or rental potential. Come enjoy South Florida living in this quintessential beach cottage! Contact Nicholas Malinosky and Randy Ely for more details about 218 Andrews Avenue, Delray Beach.