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2009 The Top Ten Coolest Beach Homes For Sale

Even sun haters know that a great beach home should be right on the ocean - not on a lake, an inlet, or a river. It should be very modern with lots of glass and light. The convergence of ocean, beach and home should kick your summertime mojo into high gear.

This is a 100% independent, non-biased selection of the Top Ten "Coolest" Beach Homes for sale in the entire U.S. We performed tons of research looking at hundreds of websites and talking to real estate agents to identify potential Top 10 beach home candidates (beach homes currently on the market at the time of publication). These are all independent choices that we spent lots of time to select, we have no connection with the listing agent or seller.

Without further ado, here are our INDEPENDENT picks for the Top Ten "Coolest" Beach Homes for sale.

1. Modern Art Meets the Ocean!

This summer's most exciting beach home would have a spot on any Top Ten list. Featured in several magazines, this dazzling masterpiece was designed by Michael Kollin and constructed to feature the ocean, beach and an eclectic art collection. Includes two homes - a 5 bedroom, 5.5 bath residence and a...

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2. The Pricetag

Contemporary California estate with walls of glass to showcase the water, beach and trees that surround this spectacular beach setting along Southern California's Gold Coast. Super entrance lined by coral and eucalyptus trees and lighted tennis court. Main house has 5900sf with interior courtyard, s...

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3. Pacific & Diamond Head Views

Movie-land views of Diamond Head and the Pacific Ocean, whale watching and Hawaii's year-round beach-time weather make this the perfect “can't be anything better than living here” oceanfront home. It is being sold fully furnished with a pool, paddle court, media room, and 5 bedrooms. This is the...

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4. Surf & Hollywood Celebrities

How about 128 feet of beach in this world famous beach town? You get the Pacific Ocean, Hollywood celebrities and the California vibe all at your front door. Media room, 5 bedrooms, elevator and much more. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass complete this masterpiece.

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5. $1 Billion in Fontainebleau Updates

When Miami Beach was hot in the 1950s and 60s, the Fontainebleau was even hotter. All the big stars like Sinatra and Martin stayed and performed there. The Miss Universe Pageant and Jackie Gleason Show were based there and the Goldfinger pool scene was filmed at the Fontainebleau. However by the 197...

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6. California White Sandy Beaches

This elegant contemporary home rising above white sandy beaches is classic California. Captivating sky and ocean views from the glass ceiling and walls change with each room. Tons of seclusion, private stairs to the beach and lots of features like a theater room, chef's kitchen and wine room. A ston...

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7. Beachfront Masterpiece

Montecito's prime gated oceanfront enclave, Fernald Point, offers the perfect location for this spectacular luxurious contemporary villa overlooking its gently curving sandy cove with unparalleled panoramic ocean and island views. Custom designed and completed in 1995 with exotic architectural influ...

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8. 205 Feet of Florida Beachfront

Florida flamboyance in a 28,780sf beach home on 4.5 acres that stretch from the Atlantic Ocean to the Intracoastal Waterway. Sits on 205 feet of beach in a secluded area with tropical mangroves and exotic native birds. Massive pilings support the entire house and the pool area. Total of 7 bedrooms a...

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9. 12,000sf of Florida Luxury

A blend of Mediterranean contemporary and the Atlantic beach. At over 12,000sf with elements of exotic woods, marble, slate and stone, this architecturally stunning estate captures the true spirit and ambiance of south Florida oceanfront living. Incredible views of the ocean are provided from all th...

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10. California Dreamin

Catch the surf or some rays on the beach in this ultra-modern home located on one of the most gorgeous stretches of beach in the world. Sculptural forms, disappearing walls of glass, and graceful arcing lines make this 5 bedroom, 6 bath home a jaw-dropping California dream home.

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