6 Bedroom Home At 2131 S Bayshore Dr

Some homes just have a sense of story you can feel before you even get to the door. This six bedroom villa at 2131 S Bayshore Dr in Coconut Grove has that feeling, honestly. The driveway itself is the sort of entrance you remember. It is long and tree lined and after about a football field's walk or drive there is this elegant old home sitting behind the gates. You slow down without even meaning to because you just want to look around a bit before you go in.

It was originally built for John T Peacock who helped start Coconut Grove back in the day. You kind of notice little bits of history everywhere but the space does not feel heavy or stuffy. There is over an acre of land so even though you are right in the middle of Miami it is quiet in a way that honestly just feels like relief sometimes. You forget how rare that is.

Once inside the villa you get a mix of classic hardwood floors and those super solid mahogany doors. The rooms are wide and open but it is not cold at all. The windows are big so the light just sort of wanders in and you get these peaceful views out to the gardens. You will also notice the details like the living areas are big without being overwhelming. It just feels easy here. You can imagine actual family dinners or just relaxing with friends and not feeling out of place.

The main part of the villa has four bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. Each bedroom has its own way of catching the sunlight which is nice for those days you just want to stay in. The master bath is something a bit special. I spent an extra few minutes looking at the double rain showers and the ceiling is set up so it feels like the whole space is relaxing just by being in it. There is a steam bath with built in aromatherapy that actually works instead of just being there for show. Even the faucets are those Waterworks ones that feel really good to use.

Then there are two extra suites tucked away so your guests or older kids can have their own spot without being too far. It is set up in a way that feels private but connected at the same time. Sometimes you find villas where the guest suites feel stuck on as an afterthought but not here.

Life at this house is definitely made for enjoying time outside too. The grounds are lush with real old trees and carefully done European style gardens. There is a sort of quiet to the backyard where you can hear birds most mornings if you stand near the pool for a bit. There is an L shaped pool that has enough space for everyone without being oversized. Lounging out here in the Miami sun makes you not want to go back inside for a while.

One of the favorite spaces here and something people always talk about is the terrace area. There are two big covered terraces and they get these gentle breezes coming through. You will find a full bar out here and poker and billiard tables that just invite you to stay out later than you planned. The tennis courts are well lit so evening games are just as nice as morning ones. Later on you can sneak into the private gym that is tucked away if you want a quick workout or some yoga where no one is watching.

You step back and realize the whole property feels like a bit of Miami history without any of the old house headaches. European touches on the landscaping all through the front and back make morning walks with coffee in hand something you will look forward to. Kids can explore the gardens while you read or maybe just watch the sunlight shift through the trees. You are close to everything in Coconut Grove. The coffee shop is never far and the waterfront parks and little local shops are a few minutes away. Sometimes you see neighbors out walking their dogs or biking by in the evenings.

This home is special not because it is perfect but because you actually want to stay and make it your own kind of life. You can feel comfortable taking your time here.

The only way you will know if it is right is to come see it for yourself and see what it feels like. If you have questions or just want to walk it through let me know. At LuxuryProperty.com our job is just to help your next chapter feel as comfortable as home already does.