Pair this exceptional location with one of the exceptional Marco Island home designs from Gulfstream Homes, and you have the perfect setting for anyone looking for a peaceful life.

The Windward offers a unique blend of coastal and contemporary styles and plenty of luxurious amenities, making it an excellent choice for families and retirees.

There are at least five reasons why Windward is an ideal Marco Island home design.

1. Over 3,000 Square Feet of Living Area

You never have to worry about feeling cramped with this spacious, open-concept home that boasts over 3,000 sq. ft. of living area for you to take advantage of, including:

● Spacious master suite

● Two guest suites

● Study

● Great room

● Upstairs gathering room

● Covered lanai

The possibilities are endless as to what you can do with so much space. Whether you love to entertain and want a decked-out game room or you want to create the ultimate craft room, Windward has plenty of space to meet your needs.

2. Enjoy Coastal Living Lounging on the Lanai

The 238 sq. ft. covered lanai is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the tropical weather or entertain guests. It’s just as good a setting for an outdoor bar as it is an herb garden. This is part of what makes Windward great for all lifestyles.

3. Large Two-Car Garage

Keep your cars protected from the elements or create the ultimate man cave in the spacious two-car garage. With 604 sq. ft. of space to take advantage of, there’s plenty of room for bikes, cars, scooters, dune buggies, paddle boards, pickle ball equipment, and any other outdoor gear your family uses.

4. Designed with Energy Efficiency in Mind

All of our Marco Island home designs, including Windward, are designed with green building techniques and energy efficiency in mind.

In our efforts to help minimize your energy bills and your carbon footprint, Windward comes with high-quality insulation, a high-efficiency HVAC system, airtight sealed ductwork, a programmable thermostat, and an energy-efficient water heater.

5. Customizable to Meet Your Needs

Whether you want to create a spa-like bathroom in the master suite or the luxurious, high-tech kitchen of your dreams, at Gulfstream Homes, we will ensure Windward exceeds your expectations.

With a range of flexible options, you can truly make this home design your own, ensuring it is the perfect fit for your lifestyle and budget. From flooring materials to countertops, cabinetry, and bathroom fixtures, there are many ways to personalize this home design.

Explore Marco Island Home Designs

At Gulfstream Homes, we are proud to offer six unique home designs specifically made for Marco Island. If you’re ready to explore custom home options in this tropical paradise, contact us today to learn more.

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Marco Island Shopping Complexes

Although Marco Island emanates a small-town feel, don’t let the Island fool you. It’s home to a number of top shops that are just steps from your front door. Venture down to The Esplanade Shoppes to enjoy shopping from some of the best, most stylish places on the island, like Ocean Soul, which features clothing, jewelry and other beachy trinkets, or Yara’s Shoe Boutique, showcasing comfortable footwear for the whole family. You’ll also find a other must-see stops, like Rick’s Island Salon & Day Spa, as well as Soul Project Yoga & Wellness Studio for when you’re ready to unwind and set an intention for the day ahead.

For a fun day of shopping and dining, visit the Marco Walk Plaza for an open air experience that can’t be beat. From national favorites, like Chicos, to swimwear shops, small boutiques and more, Marco Walk Plaza has it all. Schedule a mani/pedi at Angel Nails or catch a flick at the Marco Movie Theater. No matter what you’re looking for, you’ll find it here.

Marco Island Boutiques

When you’re searching for that perfect piece to add to your wardrobe, one that’s unlike anything you’ll find elsewhere, a local boutique is the ideal place to shop. Take a trip to Beach Daisy for comfortable clothing and stylish accessories, plus other island-inspired pieces. When it’s time to embrace some serious Mediterranean design, Blu Boutique won’t disappoint. From swimwear to shoes, Blu Boutique has what you’re looking for to add even more style to your everyday look. Other fun local boutiques include:

• Beachworks

• OMG That’s Chic

• Island Trends

• Sandpiper Clothiers

There’s nothing quite like the island look, and when you buy from locally-owned shops, you’re not only getting pieces made with care, you’re also supporting the community.

Marco Island Art Galleries

Finding the perfect pieces for your new Marco Island home is made easier on the Island with a number of art galleries close to home. From wall art and photography to textiles and pottery, Blue Mangrove Gallery offers a superior selection of pieces to add character to any space. And for beautiful, quality paintings, Malenda Trick Gallery & Studio is a must-stop place to find the ideal pieces for your home.

Shopping…Island-Style

Shopping on Marco Island is different than anywhere else in the country. You’re able to browse unique and one-of-a-kind pieces from a number of shops, while supporting local small businesses and getting to know your neighbors. These are just some of the things you can expect when you set off on a day of shopping on Marco. So, get ready to shop ’til you drop…Island-style!

Gulfstream Homes is ready to help you build the perfect home on Marco Island! Call (239) 259-8070 or visit www.gulfstreamhomes.com to get started.

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Adapting to give potential home buyers the most personalized home shopping and design experience possible, Gulfstream Homes recently updated its model home hours, requiring interested parties to make an appointment, instead of just stopping by the home. Since opening its model home just last year, the response that the Gulfstream team has received has been significant, with a record number of home contracts on the Island for the company. Due to the home builder’s undeniable presence in the area and growing popularity with full and part-time residents alike, the team has had to make some much-needed adjustments in order to accommodate the growing needs of area buyers.

Since 1998, Gulfstream Homes (www.gulfstreamhomes.com) has been a staple in the Southwest Florida building industry, utilizing state-of-the-art building techniques, the latest in building innovation and superior client service, which make up the core of their mission. Not only is Gulfstream Homes well-versed in designing homes to appeal to the Marco Island buyer, the team is also very involved in the local community through sponsorships and events.

Michael Peel, Co-Founder of Gulfstream Homes, speaks about adapting to meet this new unprecedented demand.

“Since opening our model home, we have been impressed by the response from the local area. However, we don’t want to lose sight of what makes us different from the rest, and that’s how we work to deliver the best possible experience in the industry to each and every home buyer, making their experience truly unique. We’re looking forward to what the future holds for our team on the Island, and we hope to be able to help even more clients build their ideal homes in paradise,” he says.

To make an appointment to visit Gulfstream Homes’ model home on Marco Island, please call (239) 259-8070.

About Gulfstream Homes

Since 1998, Gulfstream Homes has been utilizing top level technology, project management tools, design and innovation to create the very best homes in Southwest Florida. With attention to detail and long-term partnerships with the construction industry’s best providers, Gulfstream Homes ensures exceptional and timely workmanship. From On Your Lot building to remodels, Gulfstream Homes is a top choice for building and design in Southwest Florida.

For more information about Gulfstream Homes, please call (239) 259-8070, email info@arcs-gh.com or visit www.gulfstreamhomes.com.

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An Oasis in Paradise

Let’s start from the outside and make our way inside. It’s no surprise that Marco Island homeowners relish in the outdoor lifestyle. With the calming, gentle breezes off the water to the colorful hues of bright orange, purple and red that make up a true Southwest Florida sunset, there’s no better place to enjoy this than your outdoor living area. This space is a focal point in many Marco Island homes and can be accentuated by the following:

• Luxury pool and spa

• Water features and fire pits

• Outdoor seating areas

• Private boat docks

• Outdoor kitchen areas

Live the ultimate Marco Island lifestyle from the comfort of your backyard! Entertain guests, relax and unwind and cast off into the water effortlessly. Make this area of your home dedicated to preserving the incredible Island vibes that emanate from this slice of paradise.

A Space for Guests

Living on Marco Island often means more entertaining. When you live in one of the most enchanting areas of the country, it seems as though every family member, friend and acquaintance wants to stop and stay at your home for a few days. We don’t blame them! This is why a guest suite is an important feature to include in your Marco Island home. Having your guests in a separate area of the home not only helps them have the privacy they need to relax, it helps you carry on with your daily life as well. You won’t have to worry about waking up your guests if you have an early tee time when they have their own area of the home. And they won’t have to worry about keeping you awake if they chose to indulge in a glass of wine or two and catch up.

Open Areas

An open floorplan is a popular feature in homes across the country, but it’s especially popular on the Island. More and more homes are incorporating open floorplans with an abundance of windows to take advantage of the views, no matter where you are in the home. Open floorplans are also beneficial if you’re looking to entertain guests. You’re able to prepare food and drinks in the kitchen, while not missing out on what’s happening in the living area. An added bonus is opening up the walls of sliders to enhance the space, making it an indoor/outdoor tropical oasis.

Your Marco Island Home

If you’re looking to design and build the ultimate Marco Island home, adding in these features will help you create a look that matches the essence of the Island. Bring the outdoors in seamlessly, while entertaining guests. Take advantage of your views and enjoy the island lifestyle with ease. Anything is possible in your Marco Island home.

Gulfstream Homes is ready to help you build the perfect home on Marco Island! Call (239) 259-8070 to get in touch today.

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Located at 201 S. Heathwood Dr. on Marco Island, the Gulfstream Homes model home features high ceilings, beautiful design and luxury fixtures throughout. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home boasts 3,041 square feet of living space and includes custom-built bedroom closets, exquisite engineered hardwood floors in the living areas and porcelain tile in the bath areas, designer light fixtures and more. The kitchen impresses with quartz counter tops, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances and a custom-designed pantry. Other fabulous features of this home include plantation shutters throughout and a stunning outdoor living area with a spectacular lanai and pool with a “sun shelf” to take advantage of the tropical backdrop of Marco Island.

Gulfstream Homes (www.gulfstreamhomes.com) has been building homes throughout Southwest Florida since 1998, focusing on utilizing only the finest materials, the most advanced building practices and exceptional design in all its homes. Through the Gulfstream Advantage, which includes lot selection services, design consultations, floorplan customization and remodeling and renovation, the Gulfstream Homes team can design and build your perfect home in paradise.

Michael Peel, Co-Founder of Gulfstream Homes, speaks about the expansion onto Marco Island and what to expect with future projects.

“We’re very excited to be bringing our talent and expertise to Marco Island, and we’re looking forward to unveiling our newest model home to show just what our fantastic team can do. The future on Marco Island is bright for Gulfstream Homes and I’m expecting more and more of our homes to be designed and built specifically for the Island,” he explains.

About Gulfstream Homes

Since 1998, Gulfstream Homes has been utilizing top level technology, project management tools, design and innovation to create the very best homes in Southwest Florida. With attention to detail and long-term partnerships with the construction industry’s best providers, Gulfstream Homes ensures exceptional and timely workmanship. From On Your Lot building to remodels, Gulfstream Homes is a top choice for building and design in Southwest Florida.

For more information about Gulfstream Homes, please call (239) 259-8070, email info@arcs-gh.com or visit www.gulfstreamhomes.com.

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Breaking ground in the Spring of 2019, Gulfstream Homes announces that its Windward model will be located at 201 Heathwood Drive on Marco Island. Many of the details are still being planned for this home. Gulfstream Homes focuses on groundbreaking building techniques and superior customer service, with a team well-versed in the latest home trends, building design and all of the details that encompass a home built on Marco Island.

Gulfstream Homes (www.gulfstreamhomes.com) builds custom homes to reflect clients’ individual style, and maintains a competitive advantage over the competition through cutting-edge technology, in-house plan design, project management, innovation and building science. Greg David, Director of Operations on Marco Island, speaks about this new endeavor.

“We’re really looking forward to breaking ground on this home. Our team is excited to show Southwest Florida how beautiful a custom-designed home on Marco Island can be, and we can’t wait to start on this project,” he explains.

About Gulfstream Homes

Since 1998, Gulfstream Homes has been utilizing top level technology, project management tools, design and innovation to create the very best homes in Southwest Florida. With attention to detail and long-term partnerships with the construction industry’s best providers, Gulfstream Homes ensures exceptional and timely workmanship. From On Your Lot building to remodels, Gulfstream Homes is a top choice for building and design in Southwest Florida.

For more information about Gulfstream Homes, please call (239) 254-1664, email info@arcs-gh.com or visit www.gulfstreamhomes.com.

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