A true family beach compound, this Gulf-front home with expansive courtyard and separate carriage house near Alys Beach is situated on an enormous site approximately 30 feet above sea level. The three-story carriage house offers a two-car garage, full kitchen and living room on the second floor whose 2100 square feet is also comprised of four bedrooms and three and one half baths. A secured gate in the tall, masonry wall separating the drive from the courtyard gives way to an unexpected oasis with manicured lawn, lap pool and splendid piazza leading to the front door of the main house. The main house offers 3100 square feet of living space whose first floor consists of an open living space overlooking the Gulf, well-appointed kitchen and separate office or guest room. The covered back porch features its own fireplace and built-in grill just steps from a private beach walk-over. The second floor is home to two additional guest bedrooms with en suite baths, one of which is a junior master whose bath features double vanities, tub and separate shower. On the south side of the second floor is a private master suite with separate chambers. One is utilized as a home gym and another a home office while the main chamber houses the bed and leads to both a screened sleeping porch and open sundeck overlooking the Gulf.