House in Delray Beach, FL 33446

Grande Orchid Estates, 6902 Royal Orchid Cir

Connect with nature like never before at 6902 Royal Orchid Circle, a home that gives new meaning to the phrase ''sanctuary'' in one of Delray Beach's most prestigious neighborhoods, Grande Orchid Estates. Comprising 5 bedrooms, 4.1 bathrooms and an office across 5,256 square feet, 4,167 of which are under air, the light-filled home also includes a 308 square foot guest home with a full cabana bath. The east side of the home abuts a nature preserve that provides serene, private views. Perhaps best of all, the Grande Orchid community offers direct access to Delray's treasured Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, a cultivated 16-acre garden that reflects beauty and tranquility in a tribute to Japanese culture, featuring koi ponds, rock gardens, and ample space to relax and connect with the natural world. The entrance to this gated pathway is just a few doors down from this exceptional home. Once inside the home, its spacious open first-floor layout and cavernous volume ceilings give way to interior living spaces that include calming views of the nature preserve from both the living and dining rooms, along with sophisticated custom touches such as a built-in wall unit in the family room with floating shelves and lighting, Saturnia flooring in the main living areas, and modern designer millwork throughout. The home's kitchen was fully remodeled in 2022, with features that include stunning Italian made porcelain countertops with peninsula with waterfall edge and matching porcelain backsplash. Appliances include an upgraded Thermador appliance package and 5-burger gas cooktop, double wall ovens, and an oversized wine cooler. This modern kitchen has beautiful high-gloss flat panel cabinetry. The resort-like primary suite includes a private sitting area with direct views of the nature preserve, dual closets, and a primary bathroom with dual sinks, vanity seating, and chandelier, along with Jacuzzi soaking tub and separate water closet with bidet. Designer ornamentation throughout the suite includes hardwood floors, custom plantation shutters, cove ceiling details, designer moldings, and archway details in the master foyer. The home's light filled ground floor is tied together by its courtyard and outdoor space, which includes a generous pool with spa, verdant landscaping with whole-yard irrigation, and views of the courtyard from every room. A home office includes built-in desk and cabinetry, glass French doors, and glass sliding doors that open to the courtyard. Additional custom design flourishes throughout the home include tailor-made volume sheers and drapes, lovely crown molding, designer railing on the staircase, and more. The home's second floor includes additional guest bedrooms and a loft space with ample natural light, along with a 5th bedroom that is currently being used as a gym with custom flooring that can easily be lifted up for removal. Additional amenities include a 3-car garage with an EV charger and newly-installed cabinetry, newly-installed Sika Flooring, a whole-home gas generator, a gas-powered hot water heater, impact glass windows, doors and sliders, three separate A/C zones, laundry room with Electrolux front loading washer/dryer and built-in cabinetry, and new roof installed in 2021. Residents of Grande Orchid enjoy the amenities of country club-style living without the associated fees, including access to the community's fitness center, sundecks, resort-style pool, basketball court, tennis and pickleball courts, kitchen, clubroom, and clubhouse with a lounge area. The community also boasts lavishly lit sidewalks, picturesque benches to enjoy the tropical beauty of nature, and biking or walking trails in the community, along with a private path that leads directly to the esteemed Morikami Museum. Ideally situated on the border between Boca Raton and Delray Beach, Grande Orchid residents have easy access to beloved local amenities like the world-class shopping and dining at Atlantic Avenue, Mizner Park, and Town Center Mall, miles of beautiful beachfront, the Morikami Museum and Gardens and so much more. The home at 6902 Royal Orchid Circle offers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse oneself in natural beauty and live a tranquil lifestyle in the heart of South Florida. Embrace both the natural world and the comforts of upscale living at this one-of-a-kind courtyard haven in one of Delray Beach's most esteemed communities. The information published and provided including but not limited to prices, measurements, square footages, lot sizes, features, finishes, and calculations are subject to errors, omissions or changes without notice. All such information should be independently verified. All parties should perform their own due diligence to verify all information.