12312 OLD WHALING Beach Haven, NJ 08008

Truly extraordinary even in a place known for its fine properties, this showpiece estate in The Dunes harmonizes with its magnificent bay front, commanding far and wide water views from nearly every room in the home. The 13,280 sq ft (across 3 floors), 9 bedroom, 12 bath, premium residence has been reimagined by the new owner, who invested an additional 1.5 million into maximizing the extravagance on all 3 levels. The result; an artful adaptation of a Coastal style for modern living, with a high-caliber design and amenities that offer a seamless blend of beauty, function, and innovation.
From the heart of the residence a dramatic two-story great room offers an open impression with soaring ceilings to walls of glass that continue down the bay front. The recent transformation opened the walls to 2 additional grand living areas, creating “jaw dropping views” down the coastline, while increasing the flow for entertaining on an intimate or grand scale. Designer furnishings tie these rooms together in a fresh décor of coastal-themed tones and the well placed professional-style wet bar; adorned with Calcutta marble counters, a Sub Zero wine center, Meile coffee system, and refrigerator drawers guarantees effortless entertaining on any scale.
Adjacent the $400,000 Joanne Hudson kitchen, was voted HGTV’s best kitchen in America. This sophisticated space provides a stunning island that seats 8, a custom hood, stainless steel oyster bar with built-in drains, steamer, fryer, ultra sonic cooktop, wolf gas stove and grill and more! While enjoying your gourmet creation, the dining room offers the perfect vantage point to take in one of LBI’s spectacular sunsets.
The main floor continues to 2 additional living rooms, 2 brand new voluminous master suites with baths, 2 laundry rooms and a guest bath.
Ascending the staircase or elevator leads to the ultra-luxurious master suite with private bay front balcony, two master baths, and sitting area. The bay front wing continues with it’s own private access to two generously sized en suites wth baths.
To embrace the visual symmetry and functionality of the residence, the west wing mirrors this space, offering 2 en suites that face the lagoon front. Along the lagoon front the 8th and 9th bedroom offer spacious accommodations and can be accessed via the elevator or private stairs. This stunning master en suite enjoys outdoor access to the pool and an interior bedroom has access to the elevator and main stairs.
The comfortable open flow continues to the ground floor where things hit a new high. The brand new entertainment space commands attention & awe, while inviting carefree coastal living to grand entertaining. Two stunning sitting areas, a dining area, a new gym and guest bath are all backdropped by the outdoor terraces, pool and bay.
3 sets of French doors join to the expansive resort-style outdoor entertainment space which invites relaxing by the saltwater pool, in one of 3 sitting areas. The 25-meter Anthony/Sylvan pool is picturesquely situated on the south side of the property, and the bay front boasts a professional-style summer outdoor kitchen with wrap-around bar, a rectangular gas-fed fire pit, a spa/hot tub garden, and professionally landscaped gardens.
The 108.00 x 110.00 property offers 273 ft. of lifetime vinyl bulkhead with four personal watercraft ports, an 80 ft. dock for boats on the lagoon side, and a 60 ft. slip for your yacht - bayside.
To access the property an inviting entrance and 4 garages (with heat &); designed for 8-10 cars with heat and cooling, lead you to the entrance. Take the elevator to the roof top stairs where on a clear day you can see for miles…and sunsets are the way they are supposed to be.