The breathtaking “Million-Dollar View” alone is reason enough to come see for the spacious, updated residence at 1840 Tarpon Lane, Apt. D106, and there is a lot to see. This rare end unit is one of only four Tarpon Island corner “villas,” that look and feel like a detached home, inside and out.
The real estate mantra about what to look for when house shopping – “location, location, location” – fits this rare and lovely home like a glove.
Subtle architectural differences give the unit its own look – simple, stylish, modern – and the landscape design that curves around it provides perfect balance.
Upon entrance, a hallway leads past the carpeted enclosed staircase, powder room and under-the-stairs storage room, then opens into the central living/gathering/dining space. Here, the subdued palette creates a wonderful, light-filled space in the palest of creams and whites, allowing the show-stopping view to dominate the senses.
Large, white diagonally laid tile sweeps through this central space, as a white fan/light circulates the air.
A full glass-slider wall opens to the gorgeous panorama and reveals another of the home’s highly coveted features – it is located “between the bridges,” close to everything Vero Beach has to offer, on the island and the mainland.
The view encompasses bridge views, sweeping water vistas and a close-up look at the river’s residents – gulls, pelicans, bottlenose dolphins, manatees, turtles and jumping game fish – not to mention a never-ending parade of beautiful boats cruising the intracoastal waterway.
The kitchen, dining room and breakfast nook stretch along the south wall, with a cozy nook in the southwest corner.
If you love to cook, this large, commercial-grade, chef’s kitchen is for you. It includes stainless steel sink and stainless steel appliances, including a VERY BIG, beautiful French door fridge, smooth-top range with sleek stainless steel hood, double oven, handsome, gold-hued wood cabinetry with mottled gold/cream/brown granite countertops, and a handy little coffee bar.
East from the kitchen, through a wide passageway, and open to the living room, the dining room also enjoys that spectacular river view. After dark, it is illuminated by a graceful, pineapple-themed chandelier.
Up the soft-carpeted staircase, the two guest bedrooms offer comfy carpeting, crown molding, and pleasant neighborhood views. They share a full bath with tub/shower.
All in shades of white, the quiet, dreamy, carpeted primary suite is cooled and illuminated with a ceiling fan/light. There’s also a large walk-in closet with attic access.
The elegant owner’s bathroom boasts a long, lovely vanity with all-white cabinetry, glowing white countertop, a pair of sunken basins, and full width mirror, all with subtle gold trim. There’s also a gold-trimmed glass walk-in shower and recessed lighting.
And, best of all, there’s The View.
With a picture window wall across the east side, you need only lift your head from the pillow to see the bright river flowing by and watch the sunrise paint the sky. A little side room off the bedroom and back-to-back with the bathroom has a floor-to-ceiling window and space for a little loveseat or comfy chair, creating the perfect hideaway for enjoying nature.
Tarpon Island Club is about as convenient to mainland shopping, dining and entertainment hubs as you can get, located just off the intersection of 20th Street and Indian River Boulevard, but still quiet and private, tucked away in a lovely oak- and palm-shaded neighborhood.
Vero’s famous Village by the Sea is about the same distance, with fine and casual dining, beach shops and elite boutiques, live theatre, an outstanding fine art museum, resorts, country clubs, parks, marinas and miles of clean, uncrowded Atlantic Ocean beaches with lifeguards stationed at popular swimming spots. At the same time, with the 17th Street Bridge a stone’s throw away, this lovely residence is only a few minutes away from Vero’s famous Village by the Sea, with fine and casual dining, beach shops and elite boutiques, live theater, an outstanding fine art museum, resorts, country clubs, parks, marinas and miles of clean, uncrowded Atlantic Ocean beaches with lifeguards stationed at popular swimming spots.
FEATURES for 1840 TARPON LANE, APT. D106
Community: Tarpon Island Club
Year built: 1983 • Home size: 2,000 square feet
Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 2 full baths and 1 half-bath
Additional features: Direct river frontage; not in flood zone; corner unit; one covered, assigned carport space and plenty of visitor parking; metal roof; river/bridge/sunrise views; furniture negotiable; 2023 A/C; laundry in unit; large, commercial-grade chef’s kitchen w/stainless appliances; pantry; all windows hurricane glass; porch/patio; clubhouse w/pool, game room, tennis, pickleball courts; $899/mo. HOA fee includes common areas, insurance, grounds maintenance, structure maintenance, recreation facilities, reserve fund, roof, sewer, trash, water
Listing agent: Phil Sunkel, 772-538-2339
Listing agency: AMAC Alex MacWilliam, Inc.
Listing price: $675,000
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