$2,595,000

Discover Papaya Court, an iconic St. Croix estate featured in several of Carleton Varney's design books. Varney, also known as 'Mr. Color' was a close friend of the seller. This exquisite home is designed for grand entertaining, featuring a luxurious Chef's kitchen and dining area upstairs, complemented by a fully equipped bar with direct access to an expansive pool deck downstairs. The private and luxurious primary suite, along with three guest suites, ensures comfort for visiting guests. Nestled in the island's premier beach community, this masterpiece offers sweeping views of The Buccaneer Golf Course, Christiansted, and the Caribbean Sea. Beaches, restaurants, and shopping are just minutes away. View the virtually staged photos for ideas on how to make it your own Island Home! 100% Papaya Court sits on 0.73 acres in the gated beach community of Estate Shoys, with views over The Buccaneer golf course to Christiansted, Protestant Cay, the harbor and the Caribbean Sea. Built in 2000, the property offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 half baths: two bedroom suites in the main house, a one-bedroom poolside apartment and a garden studio suite, with space for large gatherings and quiet evenings alike. The first impression is the gate itself, a grand ornamental iron piece acquired at a prestigious auction, opening onto a fully fenced property with an electric entry. The house can be entered on either level. Enter upstairs and you step into a big, bright, open living space. The dining table looks out over the golf course by day and the lights of Christiansted at night. A sitting area sits next to the kitchen, and the kitchen opens to both, so the whole level flows as one open living area. The kitchen has been updated with top-of-the-line appliances, granite countertops, a large island and sleek cabinetry. The main house has two bedrooms, both on the upper level and set on opposite sides of the house for privacy, each with its own en-suite bath. The primary suite features a spa-style bath with a jacuzzi tub, a private outdoor shower and a large walk-in closet, and opens onto a private gallery with views of the Caribbean Sea. The lower level is set up for entertaining, with a big open space, a beautiful sunroom and a bar with a refrigerator, drawers and an ice maker. Doors open straight out to the pool. The large heated pool stays comfortable even when the winter trade winds cool things down, and the outdoor space around it has room for sunbathing, outdoor dining and large events. The sunsets from the pool deck are spectacular. Guests have two options of their own. The one-bedroom apartment by the pool has its own living room and full kitchen, and the garden suite is a separate studio, giving visitors privacy for longer stays. Split air conditioning units run throughout the home, and travertine floors carry through the main living areas. Water is well covered, with a 45,000-gallon drinking water cistern supported by triple filtration and UV purification, plus an 80,000-gallon gray water system that keeps the landscaping green. A 60kW diesel generator with an automatic transfer switch powers the house during outages. Estate Shoys is one of St. Croix's most desirable neighborhoods, a gated community just east of Christiansted with a long, beautiful stretch of sand. Shoys Beach is considered one of the best beaches on the island and is just minutes from the house, perfect for a morning swim, snorkeling or an afternoon in the shade. The neighboring Buccaneer offers an 18-hole, par-70 oceanview golf course, tennis, restaurants and three more beaches: Mermaid, Grotto and Whistle. Shoys homeowners also have their own gate leading to Green Cay Marina, making it an easy ride by car or golf cart. The marina has boat slips and charters for deep-sea fishing or a day trip to Buck Island Reef National Monument, known for its snorkeling and Turtle Beach. Historic Christiansted, about 5 minutes away, offers Danish colonial architecture, Fort Christiansvaern, waterfront dining and boutiques along the boardwalk, and a 2-minute ferry ride to the beach at Protestant Cay. Farther east, the hiking trails at Point Udall and Jack's and Isaac's Bays are an easy drive. Papaya Court brings together room to entertain, ocean and golf course views, and spectacular sunsets, all a few minutes from the beach and town. Your very own Island Retreat! Additional Features: - 60kW diesel generator with automatic transfer switch - Miami-Dade certified impact glass throughout - Split A/C throughout - 45,000-gallon drinking water cistern with triple filtration and UV purification - 80,000-gallon gray water system for landscape irrigation - Heated pool - Bar with refrigerator, drawers and ice maker - Fully fenced with electric entry gate - Fenced orchid garden with electric gate - Alarm system on main house windows and doors - Exterior security cameras - Top two floors are wheelchair accessible - Two laundry rooms - Workshop and additional storage - Ample parking