Thursday, October 20, 2011

Outdoor Living, Key West Style!

Two delightful recent listings from Key West Realtor of the Year, Rudy Molinet, perfectly illustrate the tropical outdoor lifestyle that makes the Southernmost City so attractive.

True Tropical Oasis For The Discerning Buyer


1408 White Street, an elegant restoration in the Casa Marina neighborhood is has wonderful outdoor living space around its oversized pool.



Wrap around decks offer space for sunning and entertaining among the lust foliage of the large tropical lot with wrap-around decks for sunning and entertaining.



More details on the 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath home offered for $1,345,000:  http://rudymolinet.com/1408white.html


A Southernmost Treasure in Old Town Key West

Spacious porches, balconies and decks make the tropical dream lifestyle a reality at 417 United Street.



The ground floor master suite opens onto the back deck.



The broad front porch is shaded by the second floor balcony above.


A circular staircase connects the back deck with a second upstairs balcony.

The home is conveniently located close to the beaches, and to the restaurants and shopping on Duval.

More photos and details on the 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bath home offered at $699,000 : http://www.rudymolinet.com/417united.html.

Call Rudy Molinet at 305-240-1090 to arrange to see either of these lovely homes.

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Historic Key West Gem - The Victoria House


Elegant Private Home or Income Property - You Choose!

Whether you are looking for an elegant, spacious single family home or want a Key West property that will provide income, The Victoria House will fit your bill. This historic gem has three transient licenses, five bedrooms, five full baths and two half baths – including a lovely detached 1/1 guest cottage.

The interior of this exceptional house has elegant architectural details and lofty ceilings. Note the Dade County Pine walls in the photo of the entry below:


Elegant, Formal Dining Room Is Light and Bright and Opens Onto The Outdoors

The new kitchen boasts high end, stainless steel appliances while maintaining the charming character of this historic property. Light streams through the large colonial window and French doors leading outside.

Enjoy the lush, tropical landscaping from a delightful outdoor lanai just steps from a heated pool and separate heated spa. There’s off street parking for two cars.
Beautifully decked lanai

Treetop Deck

More details and photos for 806 Truman Ave.
Call Rudy Molinet directly at 305-240-1090 to for an appointment to see this home or for any of our other featured listings of Key West real estate for sale.

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Water Views and Elegance in Truman Annex - 401 Emma St #D

Stylish Condo in Historic Key West Building

If your vision of tropical living finds you in a waterfront apartment in Key West with harbor and sunset views -- just steps from the nightlife and action of Old Town -- the corner unit of in Key West's popular Mills Place must be calling your name.

Rare Corner Unit in Mills Place

Only rarely does a corner unit of this historic building by Washington Monument architect Robert Mills. Once the Marine Hospital (1845-1943), each unit of this stylish, upscale condo conversion has its own distinct floor plan. (For more on Robert Mills see: Robert Mills; America’s First Architect. By John Morrill Bryan.)


This elegant two bedroom, two bath condo has the finest of details and finishes – from the stunning circular staircase, soaring ceilings, crown moldings, and plantation shutters on the windows to the gorgeous custom cabinetry in the chef’s kitchen, marble travertine floors, stainless appliances. The open plan is airy and bright.


And then there’s the view! The living room opens onto a private balcony. Imagine relaxing as the ocean breezes push the sailboats across the sparkling ocean.


Mills Place is in the quiet, gated community of Truman Annex. Everything – the restaurants, shopping and nightlife of Duval, and the beach at Fort Zachary -- are just steps away.

US Offered at $$1,295,000; see more photos and details: 401 Emma St #D or call Rudy Molinet, 305-240-1090, directly to arrange to view this special home. Or view other featured Key West homes for sale today.

Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Hidden Tropical Oasis With Key West Sunset Views

Tucked Behind Palms, Island Life Beckons

There’s just something quintessentially Key West about an unpainted wooden house tucked behind lush vegetation. It promises sun kissed, lazy tropical days on an ocean breezeswept island. Twelve Seventeen Newton Street is just that sort of home: an historic, wood-sided house, hidden behind a rock wall and a thicket of palms. Inside is just the sort of oasis you expect.

The two bedroom, 2.5 bath residence in the sought after Old Town neighborhood, The Meadows, has been exquisitely renovated and has an airy, open floor plan that opens onto covered, outdoor living areas, a verdant, tropical garden, and inviting pool & spa.

The gorgeous kitchen has custom Dade County pine cabinets and a built in breakfast area.The spacious master bedroom has a sitting area en-suite, plus generous storage and closets. On top of it all: a third floor "sky deck” offers panoramic views and a perfect spot for watching the sunrise or a famous Key West sunset.

Offered at $895,000; see more photos and details: 1217 Newton Street, Key West, Fl. or call Rudy Molinet, 305-240-1090, directly to arrange to view this beautiful residence.