There is nothing like a trip to the Keys to soothe your mind and spirit and the house at 2185 7th Avenue SE enables you to live that laid-back lifestyle right here in Vero Beach. Located in Riverpoint, a gated enclave of less than two dozen homes tucked away behind Vero Shores, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home is protected from prying eyes by sea grapes and coconut palms.
Although friendly neighbors are located on either side and across the canal behind the property, the scenery from the front porch is a wooded lagoon view. Two doors north, the road ends in a cul-de-sac ensuring little traffic passes by to disturb the peaceful tranquility of living by the river. The canal connects to the Intracoastal Waterway, which provides access to the ocean via the Sebastian and the Fort Pierce Inlets.
“It’s like no one knows this area is even here,” said the homeowner who wishes to remain anonymous. “It’s extremely private. Because of the conservation area in front we know that no one will ever be there and because of all the trees it is just so quiet and beautiful.”
When the homeowner personally designed this home in 2003, she set about taking advantage of the boat access from its dock and the soft river breezes which fill every room. She also made sure the home had as many maintenance-free amenities as possible so she could enjoy the fun without spending time and money on constant upkeep that many waterfront homes require.
Gleaming pine floors throughout and tongue-in-groove wood ceilings on the front and back porches on both floors have the advantage of being easy to care for while adding luxurious warmth. All of the porches have Trex deck flooring which is a concrete composite with a natural finish and is eco-friendly – it is the same product used by the City of Vero Beach for the Conn Beach boardwalk because of its durability and no-fuss maintenance.
The eat-in kitchen is obviously the heart of the home with special details that the homeowner, who loves to cook, had installed for entertaining family and friends. It has all the extras: a sleek 4’ x 9’ central island with lots of storage and room for two stool;, two motion sensor sinks, tumbled marble backsplash; a fabulous buffet with cabinetry; a stainless double refrigerator that draws raves from guests; a gas cooktop with a pot filler faucet above and a convenient pass-through window to the porch.
The tall dark wood cabinets with brushed stainless accents are stunning but the room’s most unique feature is the large porthole window over the sink. The workable feature opens to the living room where a coquina rock wood-burning fireplace and a dining area overlook the water.
Two spacious bedrooms are located downstairs off the kitchen while the master suite is up a beautiful wood staircase off the casual family room area and billiard space. The room is filled with amazing light streaming through high windows and two double French doors. When the Florida weather permits opening up to the outdoors, the breezes are phenomenal and have the owners feel like they are on island time. The master offers large walk-in closets, a huge bathroom with soaking tub and glass-enclosed shower with a rainfall showerhead. There is also a bonus room which leads to the second floor porch overlooking the canal.
When sitting on any of the covered porches, views of lush greenery or fish jumping in the river compete with the soothing sound of palm trees rustling in the wind for total contentment. Whether living here with family or just using it for a winter retreat, there is something about this personable home and its private ambience that lends itself to feeling like you are vacationing at a lush cottage retreat.
“This home on deep water would be out of reach to many if it were located on the barrier island but at just around $200 per square feet, $699,000 buys a lot. You cannot even construct a custom waterfront house like this one at the listing price these days,” said realtor Chip Landers of Norris and Company Real Estate.
The home is new on the market and Landers plans to hold an open house on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., so you may see for yourself just how special this house is. You may also contact him for a private showing at 772-473-7888.
