32 Carlton WE, St. Croix, St. Croix 00840

Property Description

From the moment you enter, this award-winning home by Hugh Newell Jacobsen, architect of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis's Martha's Vineyard residence, draws you toward the Caribbean Sea. Set on 2.75 oceanfront acres, the design pairs soaring ceilings and walls of glass with a dramatic central atrium featuring 20-foot live palms. Large, bright rooms open to private patios, creating an easy connection to the outdoors. Across the main residence and guest house are six bedrooms plus a loft, with plenty of room for guests. The beautiful kitchen overlooks the pool and sea, while the 15-foot concrete dining table is made for gatherings. Outside, the resort-style pool is the centerpiece, framed by fountains. A successful vacation rental, and just a short drive from Frederiksted and beautiful beaches. Beyond the initial impression, the scale and thoughtfulness of the design continue throughout the home's expansive indoor and outdoor living space. Solid concrete construction, soaring 20-foot ceilings, expansive walls of glass, and concrete flooring that flows seamlessly from interior rooms to exterior patios give the home a sense of permanence while keeping it completely connected to the surrounding landscape and sea. Trade winds move easily through the residence, and nearly every room enjoys its own outdoor retreat. Two of the bedrooms share a secluded private courtyard, creating an additional sanctuary within the home. At night, the central atrium takes on an entirely different character as the towering palms are illuminated like living artwork, reinforcing the home's unique blend of architecture and nature. The reimagined chef's kitchen is both sculptural and highly functional, with a dramatic 10-foot island, custom coffee bar, marble backsplash, refinished white concrete countertops, and stainless steel appliances. It opens directly to the dining area, where the handcrafted 15-foot concrete table comfortably seats fourteen beneath the home's signature high ceilings. The outdoor living areas are equally impressive. More than 7,000 square feet of oceanfront concrete patio create multiple spaces for lounging, dining, and entertaining around the newly built resort-style pool. Elegant fountains and water features are complemented by six commercial-grade Tucci umbrellas, including one incorporated into the pool lounging area, along with white loungers, curated dining furnishings, and a custom Sunbrella sectional. A newly constructed commercial-grade pool building houses upgraded mechanical systems, with smartphone control of the lighting, fountains, and water features. Premium Bose outdoor audio extends the entertainment experience throughout the pool terrace. The separate guest residence offers a full kitchen, beautiful ocean views, and accommodations for up to six guests, making it ideal for visiting friends, or vacation rental use while maintaining privacy from the main residence. Combined, the property offers sleeping accommodations for up to 18. Recent improvements also include professionally designed front landscaping created to complement Jacobsen's minimalist architecture. An upgraded 40kW generator with automatic transfer switch, whole-house water filtration system with UV purification and two cisterns provide valuable infrastructure and added self-sufficiency. The location places the estate within approximately 8-10 minutes of Henry E. Rohlsen Airport, within walking distance of Carlton Beach, and just a short drive from Frederiksted and the celebrated beaches of St. Croix's West End. Frederiksted is known for its historic Danish colonial architecture, cruise ship pier, restaurants, dive shops and the best sunsets!. Nearby Rainbow Beach offers calm, clear water for swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge is open part of the year, and when closed you can join groups to go see turtles nest on the beach, an incredible experience! Just off the Frederiksted waterfront, the Frederiksted Pier is one of the Caribbean's best-known shore diving and snorkeling sites, popular for marine life photography. Inland, the Ham's Bluff Lighthouse and Annaly Bay tide pools offer another side of St. Croix for those looking to explore and hike beyond the beach. Hugh Newell Jacobsen designed (1958 to 2019) designed 152 houses and projects, was featured in Architectural Record's Record Houses issue 20 times (a record), and his client list includes Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Bunny Mellon, King Hussein and Queen Noor of Jordan, and Meryl Streep. He was elected to the National Academy of Design.