The Marshside Arcadia Retreat

This place doesn’t just look good—it looks intentional. Those arched windows glow like the house knows it’s the prettiest thing for miles, and honestly, it probably is. The mix of Mediterranean curves with a clean, modern façade shouldn’t work this well, but here it feels effortless, like the home was born from the landscape instead of built on it.

That long wooden walkway is doing half the storytelling by itself. It pulls you in, forces you to slow your pace, and sets the tone before you even reach the door. It’s the kind of entry that tells you, “If you’re bringing chaos, leave it at the first post.” And inside, you just know the mood shifts from everyday noise to quiet, grounded calm.

The warm lights inside make the house feel lived-in without anyone needing to be visible. It’s that soft gold glow that screams comfort—like someone just brewed tea, turned on a record, and stepped out onto the terrace to feel the evening breeze. You don’t have to see life happening to know it’s there.

Upstairs, the terrace with glass railings is pure flex. Open, spacious, perfectly positioned above the arches, it creates a subtle symmetry that most architects only dream about. That chimney rising through the center? It’s the kind of detail that says the designer wasn’t messing around—they knew the silhouette had to be iconic at sunset.

The surrounding greenery completes the whole scene, framing the house like nature’s own spotlight. It’s peaceful without being remote, stylish without trying too hard. This is the kind of retreat that doesn’t beg for attention—it earns it the moment you step onto that boardwalk and see the warm glow waiting for you.

Location: @carcabaroad
📸: @levimkelly