Listings by Tia Hockensmith

This Coastal Contemporary Home simply glows in the morning light with the sunrise casting across the Lagoon on the Intracoastal Waterway. The Key West Style home is wrapped in porches, capturing salty breezes for an endless vacation vibe. This waterfront beach house is located on a corner lot with both sunrise and sunset views. An open floor plan includes a living room with built in shelving for media, entertainment and personal treasures. The dining area provides a large gathering space while the kitchen has a center island with breakfast bar, open shelving for glassware, a wine nook, and a large pantry for storing dry goods and small appliances. Sand colored granite countertops float above white shaker cabinets with plenty of prep and storage space. Take indoor living outside through sliding doors to the covered waterfront living area. All on one living level, the Master Suite has French doors to the westward porches to delight in sunsets and nightcaps. The ensuite bath has been updated with large vanity and a gorgeous, tiled steam shower. No need to share a closet, you can each have your very own! The second bedroom, also with French doors to the sunset porch, has lots of natural light. The third bedroom offers flexibility for residents, guests or a home office. This Custom home has gorgeous eucalyptus flooring and 9’ ceilings throughout, 6” crown moldings, thoughtful built-in features, designer hardware and fixtures – this is a truly special home. While the living area has plenty of storage space, there is also a large garage with room for several vehicles, golf carts, bicycles, beach toys and fitness area. Take your kayaks and paddleboards right out the back door. The waterfront has a deep-water dock with power, water and even an outdoor shower. Sailboat water, in a no wake zone, has direct access to the Gulf of Mexico via John’s Pass. The back yard oasis has a covered lanai for BBQ and al fresco dining or chilling out in the hot tub, lush green grass, tropical palms and bamboo for privacy and plenty of room for a pool. Beach access is just two blocks away with a crosswalk at Gulf Boulevard and 123rd Avenue. Custom built in 2016 at 14’ above sea level, this home is a fortress, exceeding FEMA requirements with impact glass windows and doors, metal roof, reinforced engineering and a generator.