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In Marblehead, the commanding ocean view steers the design
Fall House Hunt Contemporary Colonial has six bedrooms, five full baths, and three half baths. The home sits on 0.39 of an acre and features a wraparound deck. By Maya Homan — Boston.com Correspondent September 14, 2022 | 10:52 AM 15 Spray Ave., Marblehead $4,499,000 Style Contemporary Colonial Year built 2012 Square feet 7175 Bedrooms 6 Bathrooms 5 full, 3 half Sewer/water Public Taxes $35,039 (2022) Not a fan of the crowds at the beach in the summer? Well, rest assured: This contemporary Colonial offers stunning (and private) ocean views year round. The home is perched on an inlet just north of Preston Beach. — Mark Davidson Photography Benches flank…
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Coastal garden ideas: 10 ways to design gardens by the ocean
Coastal garden design embraces natural textures, weathered finishes, a loose and relaxed style of planting and spots to pause and enjoy the ocean vistas stretching out before you. Although an ocean view can come with challenging conditions, it also presents an opportunity to grow plants that thrive in the salty, windy, exposed situation, and create a design quite unlike any other. The beach is a place of escapism and feeling a reconnection with nature, so include some of these key elements in your backyard ideas to create an outdoor space that perfectly complements its surroundings. Coastal garden ideas The most important aspect of a coastal garden design is to embrace…
