In spite of its familiar gray cedar shingles, thick tree canopy, and the smell of salt-tinged breeze, 46 Clowes Drive in Falmouth is not your typical Cape home.

It is in a sense that it’s bright, beachy, and made for maximum relaxation. But it’s also unexpected, interesting, and downright delightful in the way it marries contemporary design and coastal chic.

Buyers looking for that nautical, classic Cape Cod aesthetic will love the crisp white paneling, natural wood ceiling beams whose accents are carried throughout the property, and expansive decks for outdoor living. Those looking for a little more design “oomph” will love the open, breezy layout, high-end finishes, and artisan-renovated kitchen.

The home sits on just under 1.3 acres which, coupled with the wraparound deck accessed from the main level, lets you fully enjoy the private, natural surroundings. When you need to get away, downtown Falmouth and a private association beach are close at hand.

Inside, the home lives just as large, with more than 3,200 square feet, four bedrooms, three floors, plus a bonus loft to use as a home office (if you must) or as an art studio or reading nook. For gathering up for a movie or game night, there’s a great room with a fireplace on the main living level, another fireplaced family room near the sleeping quarters, and a recreation room in the finished lower level.

The sale of the home, on the market for $1,695,000, is represented by Kerrie Marzot of Sotheby’s International Realty – Cape Cod, Falmouth Brokerage, 508-274-2236.

hot property – 46 Clowes Drive Falmouth, Massachusetts, 02540Photo credit: Nauset Media for Sotheby’s International Realty
hot property – 46 Clowes Drive Falmouth, Massachusetts, 02540Photo credit: Nauset Media for Sotheby’s International Realty
hot property – 46 Clowes Drive Falmouth, Massachusetts, 02540Photo credit: Nauset Media for Sotheby’s International Realty