After the winter we just endured, few things sound nicer than a little fresh air and a sunny stroll along the Canal. Even more enticing? Imagine that your house is mere steps away, tucked in a gated community of timeless and luxurious homes. It’s not pie in the sky—it’s Watermark. The neighborhood of 39 single-family homes boasts an unbeatable downtown location, stunning vistas, and a rare, quiet feel in the heart of the city. While some Watermark residences are located directly on the Canal, others are situated around an interior courtyard. The front door of this home leads straight out into the courtyard—a prime locale that offers pretty views of the lawn and soothing fountain sounds when the windows are open. For the current owners, this tranquility is one of the defining features. “When you’re inside the neighborhood sitting on the front porch or in the courtyard, the noise of the city disappears and you could be anywhere,” they say.