The story
Set on a spacious 13,750 sq. ft. double lot, this 4 bedroom, 4 bath home offers 2,284 sq. ft. of living space surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and an exceptional collection of 16 varieties of fruit trees. Originally built in 1981 and extensively renovated following Hurricane Irma, the residence features Hardie Board siding and trim, impact windows, seamless gutters and a comfortable interior designed for everyday island living. Inside, soaring ceilings create a bright, open feel, with all 4 bedrooms located upstairs for added separation from the main living spaces. The kitchen features granite countertops, lighted cabinetry, a propane range and generous double pantry storage. From the living room, views extend across the front porch to the surrounding fruit trees, bringing the tropical setting into everyday living. The spacious primary suite includes a sitting area, walk-in closet with automatic lighting, and en-suite bath. The front porch is designed for enjoying the setting, with built-in seating and umbrellas creating a shaded place to relax among the tropical landscape. You can even pick fresh star fruit right from the porch. A rear porch with a hot tub provides additional outdoor living space, while automatic low-voltage landscape lighting illuminates the grounds after sunset. The property features 16 varieties of tropical fruit trees, including mango, avocado, guava, star fruit, banana, coconut, sapodilla and more. A 2-car garage adds excellent storage and functionality with remote-controlled barn-style doors, roll-down shutters, and a pulley system for elevated storage. Additional features include Hardie Board siding and trim, impact windows, seamless gutters, 30-amp service and electric on-demand hot water. With its expansive lot, abundant outdoor living areas and remarkable tropical landscape, this property offers a distinctive slice of Florida Keys living.
