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After the consideration of many different
design concepts the developers, along with the Architectural firm
OMB Limited, settled on an overall design concept which captures
classic Tuscan design elements in a Caribbean setting for a look
that is as long lasting and popular today as it was five centuries
ago. Traditionally, the four common building elements that define
Tuscan architecture are the use of stone, terracotta pantiles on the
rooftop, terracotta or stone tiles on the floors and timber beams.
These elements combined with the beauty of the Tuscan landscape
define Tuscan architecture. Today, the Tuscan villa is viewed as the
quintessential retreat. The Tuscany on Grace Bay will utilize some
of these key elements to create an environment which is Tuscan yet
uniquely Caribbean; all this set against a dazzling backdrop of
tropical landscaping, white sand beaches and emerald waters known as
Grace Bay Beach.
Entering the property via Grace Bay Road you
are immediately aware that you are entering a very special retreat.
To welcome you to your new condominium villa The Tuscany features a
grand boulevard style entryway, finished with brick paving stones
and a Tuscan inspired water feature. As you traverse the remainder
of the drive you are swept through the gently bermed and tropically
landscaped gardens. Finally, lying six hundred feet from Grace Bay
Road, you arrive under the Portico of the Reception Villa which
protects the open-arched entry leading to the main reception and the
lounge area. Upon entering the reception area you are treated to a
mesmerizing view of the sparkling waters of Grace Bay. The use of
terracotta coloured barrel tiles on the roof, stone detailing on the
building, and stone tiles on the floor offers a truly Tuscan feel.
The Reception Villa also houses the library/meeting room, a fully
equipped fitness center and Resident Manager's Suite
above.
From the Reception Villa you will be guided to
your private condominium villa and/or the beach via the eight foot
wide, Tuscan inspired covered walkway lined with columns and open
archways allowing you to glimps views of the interior courtyard. The
interior of the courtyard, surrounded by lush gardens, gives way to
a thirty by seventy foot European style pool and spa with loads of
lounging area for those lazy Caribbean days. At the intersection of
the courtyard and condominium buildings another water feature
defines the central square with its lush gardens and lawn. If you
choose to go directly to your Villa, the coral-stone textured
concrete walkways will continue to lead you to the elevator tower
where one of two elevators await to whisk you away in your private
enclave.
Should you decide to go directly to the beach
upon arrival a continuous pathway from the central sqare of the
courtyard will lead you through a thirty-five foot, fully landscaped
corridor between the condominium buildings and over the sand dunes
via the boardwalk to the oceanfront. A world class beach awaits you.
In fact, Conde Nast Travel Magazine has declared Grace Bay Beach to
be amongst the top ten beaches in the world!
Upon entering the foyer of each three bedroom
suite at The Tuscany you will find two generous guest bedrooms, each
with full baths. Beyond the entry hall vestibile, the full function
laundry room and the owner's private storage room lies the spacious
gourmet kitchen with everlasting polished granite countertops and
meticulous appointments for adventures in creative cooking while
viewing the turquoise sea.
In the living/dining salon a careful mix of
over nine foot high crown molded ceilings creates a soaring sence of
space throughout. Floor to ceiling windows to draw the eye upward
and an abundance of glass extends each suite's magnificent view to
the terrace and the waters of Grace Bay Beach beyond. The private,
fully screened patio lies beyond with panoramic views for casual
outside entertaining and relaxing while enjoying the gentle ocean
breezes.
Off the main salon, passing through its own double door
entrance, lies the spacious master suite which fronts directly to
the spectacular views of Grace Bay Beach. The master bath leads from
the large double walk-through closet and contains a luxurious
platform contoured soaking tub, a separate oversizes clear glass
walled shower and generous double vanity space.
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