Palm Beach, Florida is known for its vibrant aesthetics, affluent crowd, great golf and tennis, and, most of all, its luxury homes. Celebrities like Bill Gates, Serena Williams, Tiger Woods, and Tommy Hilfiger all own posh residences in the area. For those with an eye on joining them who can afford to splurge, this glamorous circa-1948 home listed for $14.5 million could be the perfect find.
Just four houses from the iconic pink Colony Hotel, 485 S County Road is quintessential Palm Beach with its traditional yet whimsical midcentury design and Bermuda influence. While each room is distinctive, the 6,205-square-foot home’s personality flows effortlessly to exude an unmistakable, Dorothy Draper-esque charm.
Indeed, the interiors are maximalist and youthful. Bold color palettes, dramatic bed frames, and joyful wallpapers bring each space vividly to life. The dining room offers a fun, theatrical atmosphere with a ceiling detail that recalls a poolside umbrella and a striking statement chandelier. The bedrooms also boast bright hues and playful patterns, feeling energetic rather than tranquil. However, one space that could use some TLC is the kitchen, which looks a pinch out of date.
With a total of five bedrooms, a chic poolside cabana, and a garage apartment, the property offers ample space for snowbirds who want to invite plenty of family and friends to bask in the sun. Just moments from the beach, as well as shopping and fine dining on Worth Avenue, the home delivers the full package of Palm Beach design, lifestyle, and location.
Jack Rooney of Douglas Elliman holds the listing. To see more home eye-candy, check out the issues of Palm Beach Cottages & Gardens.