Somerset Bay seamlessly merges coastal elegance with the tranquil beauty of the Indian River Lagoon. The blue-hued condo at 9049 Somerset Bay Lane #302 combines light-filled spaces that connect with the surrounding natural world, where wide water views and solitude take center stage.
Properties in Somerset Bay come to market infrequently, making this condominium a rare find, says Nancy Hardy, Luke Webb and Associates estate agent.
“The best feature when you walk in is the view,” notes Hardy.
Residents and guests enter the six-unit building through the ground-level lobby, which houses the mail station, a screened gathering space, and individual climate-controlled storage rooms.
With just two residences per floor, the fob-secured elevator ensures privacy by opening directly into each unit’s private foyer, with a front-to-back layout for ample natural light and west-facing sunset views.
“It’s so secure with the elevator system,” Hardy notes, pointing out that between the neighborhood gates, locked building entry, and dedicated elevator, the security gives homeowners the confidence to lock-and-leave without a second thought.
“The apartment lives like a house,” says homeowner Gloria Von Stein, sharing that her unit boasts an abundance of thoughtful storage space, from walk-in closets with built-ins to the ground-level, climate-controlled storage room.
Echoing Von Stein’s thoughts, Hardy says that the amount of usable storage space in this unit isn’t often found in condominium living.
Stepping into the residence from the elevator, eyes are drawn across the formal living room to the expansive water views framed by three sets of French doors. High ceilings and extensive architectural trim enhance the space, which is anchored by polished marble floors and a gas fireplace.
“Whenever the temperature dips to 60 degrees or below, that little fireplace comes right on,” shares Von Stein, pointing out the custom shelving flanking the hearth where she showcases her keepsakes.
The French doors open onto a covered riverfront balcony with automatic screens and propane hookups ready for a summer kitchen.
The balcony’s accordion storm shutters can be easily closed without assistance, Hardy says, allowing residents to go on trips without having to lug patio furniture inside.
“I wake up in the morning, and I’ve got the water, I’ve got the trees, I’ve got the birds singing. It’s just paradise,” says Von Stein, adding that she never pulls down the bedroom blinds.
Just off the formal living room, the primary suite features walk-in closets with built-in storage, a soaking tub, a shower with bench seating, and views overlooking the leafy green buffer along the historic Jungle Trail, which follows the shore other storied Indian River Lagoon.
The kitchen is defined by cabinetry, but a pass-through on the west side allows light and conversation into the dining room, with bar seating on the east side open to the family room, creating a layout conducive to entertaining guests. The family room has a bay window, perfect for a breakfast room where you can enjoy quiet mornings looking out over the water while sipping fragrant coffee.
Further down the hall from the foyer are the laundry room, placed for convenience and easy access to the kitchen, and two guest suites positioned to offer autonomy for friends and family.
One guest bedroom, currently arranged as a den, opens to an east-facing Juliet balcony that captures morning breezes and spectacular sunrises.
The unit includes double fire exits, dual air-conditioning systems, and an oversized, air-conditioned, two-car garage with a separate storage unit that offers plenty of room for vehicles and beach gear.
“The two-car, air-conditioned garage is just a godsend,” notes Von Stein.
Von Stein says the condos’ governance and finances are in good shape.
“We are on top of all the new Florida requirements for condos,” she explains. “We have all the reserves. We’ve complied with the inspections. The roof was replaced just a couple of years ago, and they just repainted all the buildings.”
Located along the Historic Jungle Trail overlooking the Indian River Lagoon, Somerset Bay offers spacious condos with private beach access, a resort-style pool and a renovated clubhouse with a library, party space and fitness center.
If you want company, you can head over to the clubhouse. “We have a social committee. We play canasta, bridge, and mahjong, and we have cocktail parties,” says Von Stein. “It’s just a very nice community,”
Somerset Bay is a guard-gated community located in Indian River Shores. Community amenities include a heated pool, clubhouse and deeded beach access. Nearby Indian River Shores Public Safety Department offers police, fire and emergency medical services with fast response times. A quick 10-minute cruise down A1A takes you to the Central Beach shopping and dining district and cultural activities at Riverside Theatre and the Vero Beach Museum of Art.
Vital Statistics
9049 Somerset Bay LANE #302
Neighborhood: Somerset Bay
Year built: 2007 • Home size: 3,088 square feet
Construction: Concrete block and reinforced concrete with stucco
Bedrooms: 3 • Bathrooms: 3 full baths and 1 half-bath
Pool: Community swimming pool and spa • View: Indian River vistas
Additional features: Island kitchen; pantry; wine cooler; bar; marble flooring; crown molding; custom built-ins; gas fireplace; soaking tub; laundry room; plantation shutters; impact windows and storm shutters; air-conditioned, two-car garage and storage area; sunset and Juliet balconies; automatic screens; lobby; controlled access elevator; clubhouse with fitness facility; community pool; day dock; Jungle Trail and beach access.
Listing agency: Luke Webb and Associates
Listing agent: Nancy Hardy, 772-321-8300
Listing price: $1,395,000
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