A luxurious mansion in Old Town: Historic charm meets modern convenience by TERRY SCHMIDA KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE WRITER

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1 A luxurious mansion in Old Town: Historic charm meets modern convenience by TERRY SCHMIDA KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE WRITER T here are beautiful homes in Key West And then there s 1019 Flagler Ave. is impressive Indian block and concrete mansion offers the finest in Key West living and entertaining, with its unique blend of old Key West charm, and up-tothe-minute architectural design. e spacious and elegant property features five bedrooms, including two luxurious master suites, and five-and-a-half baths, located in the desirable Casa Marina neighborhood of Old Town Key West. Located just steps from the White Street corridor, the residence is close to beaches, some of the The home features a welcoming circular driveway. French doors in almost every room keep the house light and airy. 34

2 town s finest restaurants, the Dog Park, Dog Beach, the Key West Garden Club, and the White Street Pier. e ground floor offers an openconcept floor plan, with plenty of entertaining and dining space. A large, brand-new gourmet kitchen provides room and appliances to cook for large parties. A tastefully appointed bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, opens up to a veranda, by way of French doors, overlooking the gardens and heated swimming pool. An office room, with custom-designed cabinets, could be converted to use as a fifth bedroom. A guest bathroom completes the first floor amenities. With 12-foot coffered ceilings throughout and large windows, the entire house is bright and airy, with hardwood floors adding an old Key West touch to the premises. A meticulously designed wood staircase leads to the second floor, Outdoor space and guest space are great for entertaining. Continued on next page. All the bedrooms in the home are spacious. The state of the art kitchen will appeal to the gourmet chef. 35

3 MEET THE REALTORS Pat McGrath is living the dream, working on a beach in Key West by TERRY SCHMIDA KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE WRITER For some time now, Key West real estate broker Pat McGrath has sat in the booth outside the Key West By the Sea condominium complex, working hard to find her clients the perfect property. Originally from New England, McGrath began her working life as an academic, teaching high school calculus, algebra and geometry in Avon, Mass. But after many years spent watching her AP Calculus students go on to attend Harvard, Yale and MIT, eventually earning five times the income she pulled in instructing them, McGrath decided to try her hand at a new career, in real estate. For a year, she kept her teaching job, while earning her chops selling properties, but before long found the temptation to go all into real estate, too great. And so, 25 years ago, McGrath made the leap to become a full-time real estate agent. I worked in Scituate, Cohasset, and finally in Hingham, Mass., for a privately owned company, Jack Conway & Co., Inc., McGrath said. I achieved much success, being No. 2 consistently in sales and listings over my 25 years with them, I managed several offices for a period of time, and did training for the company. In 1984, McGrath bought numerous weeks at the Galleon Resort, figuring that the Southernmost City was the warmest, safest place to vacation with her three young children, during school vacation weeks. Taken with the town, McGrath then purchased a condo at Key West by the Sea, and acquired her Florida Real Estate Broker s license, intending to eventually begin a real estate career here. For 12 years, McGrath and her husband lived the snowbird life, dividing their time and McGrath s real estate work between Key West, and another home in Scituate Harbor, Mass. ree years ago, however, the balmy draw of the Keys became too great to ignore, and McGrath and her husband sold their northern home, to live full-time at Key West By e Sea. I was already a Broker-salesperson for Century 21 Schwartz on Simonton Street, McGrath said. At the same time, the real estate booth in front of Key West by the Sea came up for rent, and my principal, Jimmy Lane jumped on it. And here I am! I love my job. I love to meet new people, and help them find their dream homes. I am definately a people person, and am a good listener... key to matching buyers with sellers. e booth has become a prime spot for listing and selling not only KWBTS, but many single family homes, and condos along the beach. In fact, business is so good, that McGrath has taken on some help, in the form of John Geno Zaharakis, who moved to Key West in 2013 with his husband from Chicago. Either myself or my fellow Realtor, Geno are here almost every day of the week, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. e only exception is if one of us are listing or showing homes. In that case, both my number and Geno s are posted. Just give us a call, and we will get to you immediately. Pat McGrath can be reached at , or by at KeyWestPattyMcG@aol.com. keysscribe@aol.com A luxurious mansion in Old Town Continued Architectural details are special throughout this home. where the two luxurious master bedrooms present the ultimate in Key West living. Each master suite contains a large, state-of-the-art bathroom, with finishes such as handpainted English tile in the showers, and carefully selected fixtures. e upstairs porch provides stunning views over the landscaped grounds, which contain many palm trees, and professionally trimmed bushes. A sizable guest bedroom, and large laundry room, with fold-out ironing board, and large LG washing machine and dryer, completes the Continued on next page. 36

4 A luxurious mansion in Old Town Continued second story. Located on the periphery of the rear yard is a completely renovated poolhouse/guest cottage, with a comfortable sitting area, sleeping/storage loft, and large bathroom. Guests may also partake of the cottage s secluded outdoor shower. Other features of this grand heritage home include a circular driveway, covered parking, and a four-zone air-conditioning system. With over 4,000 square feet of living space this remarkable home, perched atop a 9,000-plus square foot lot, is truly one of the finest estates being listed for sale in the Southernmost City today. is opulent marvel is offered at $3, To schedule a showing, or for more information, contact listing agents Cory Held ( ) or Jeffrey Grosky ( ) of Preferred Properties. Konk Life welcomes subjects for other articles about Keys homes currently for sale. Contact Guy deboer at (305) or (305) or guydeboer@konknet.com. 37

5 Featured Home Locations 1 2 Stock Island Featured Homes Viewed by Appointment Map # Address #BR/BA Listing Agent Phone Number Ad Page Simonton St., Key West 3BR/1.5BA Doug Mayberry, Doug Mayberry Real Estate Von Phister St., Key West 3BR/3BA Doug Mayberry, Doug Mayberry Real Estate

6 Key West Association of REALTORS keywestrealtors.org Phone (305) Fax (305) Listing Agency Selling Agency Sold Date List Price Sold Price Street # Street Address Island Built Description Bdrms Wtrfrnt MM Middle Keys Sellstate Island Properties American Caribbean Real Estate 6/16/16 $ 549, $ 585, Overseas Hwy #10 Marathon 2007 Townhouse 3 Yes 53 Coldwell Banker Schmitt The New Home Spot 6/17/16 $1,295, $1,160, rd Gulf Marathon 2009 Single Family 5 Yes 53 Realty Executives Florida Keys American Caribbean Real Estate 6/15/16 $1,274, $1,250, Pirates Cove Dr Marathon 2001 Single Family 3 Yes 52.5 Coldwell Banker Schmitt RE/MAX All Keys 6/17/16 $ 524, $ 520, rd Ocean Marathon 1953 Single Family 2 Yes 51 American Caribbean Real Estate RE/MAX All Keys 6/21/16 $ 145, $ 135, Avenida Primiceria Marathon N/A Lots 0 No 49.5 Island Breeze Realty Century 21 Schwartz 6/16/16 $ 585, $ 530, Anglers Dr #B Marathon 1980 Half Duplex 2 Yes 49.5 Lower Keys A Key Real Estate Inc. A Key Real Estate Inc. 6/15/16 $ 285, $ 220, Hollerich Dr Big Pine Key 1974 Single Family 2 Yes 31 Re/Max Keys Connection Realty Executives Florida Keys 6/16/16 $1,595, $1,000, Overseas Hwy Big Pine Key 1973 Commercial RE 0 No 30 Dolberry Realty Internet Realty of the Florida Keys 6/15/16 $ 289, $ 286, Tulip Ln Big Pine Key 1990 Single Family 3 No 29 Bill Robie Key West Real Estate Team 6/20/16 $ 359, $ 348, Les Rohde Dr Ramrod Key 2007 Single Family 3 Yes 27 Location 3 Real Estate of KW Key West Real Estate Team 6/20/16 $ 237, $ 237, John St #1 Summerland Key 2006 Single Family 3 No 24 Action Keys Realty FL Keys American Caribbean Real Estate 6/22/16 $ 489, $ 469, Calico Jack Cir Cudjoe Key 2004 Single Family 3 Yes 23 Engel & Voelkers Florida Keys Truman & Co. 6/21/16 $ 650, $ 636, Rosalind Rd Sugarloaf Key 2000 Single Family 3 Yes 19.5 Truman & Co. Truman & Co. 6/16/16 $ 349, $ 310, Canal Dr Sugarloaf Key 1943 Single Family 3 No 18 BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Century 21 Schwartz 6/17/16 $ 569, $ 535, Driftwood Ln Sugarloaf Key 1990 Single Family 3 Yes 17 Island Group Realty SBX Real Estate 6/23/16 $ 319, $ 310, Boca Chica Rd Geiger Key 1972 Mobile Home 2 Yes 11 Truman & Co. Truman & Co. 6/21/16 $ 439, $ 435, A Ave Big Coppitt 2016 Single Family 3 No 10 Key West Key West Real Estate Team Location 3 Real Estate of KW 6/16/16 $ 358, $ 327, Seaside Dr #226 Key West 2000 Condo 2 No 3.5 Bascom Grooms Real Estate Sellstate Island Properties 6/17/16 $ 249, $ 239, Flagler Ave #401 Key West 1990 Condo 2 No 3 Truman & Co. Truman & Co. 6/20/16 $ 630, $ 595, Georgia St Key West 1933 Duplex 2 No 2 Key West Properties Century 21 Schwartz 6/20/16 $1,399, $1,300, Atlantic Blvd #A200 Key West 1985 Condo 3 Yes 2 Engel & Voelkers Florida Keys Coldwell Banker Schmitt 6/20/16 $ 675, $ 655, Atlantic Blvd #C221 Key West 1987 Condo 2 Yes 2 Preferred Properties Preferred Properties 6/21/16 $1,990, $1,800, South St Key West 1999 Single Family 3 No 2 Century 21 Schwartz Engel & Voelkers Florida Keys 6/24/16 $ 450, $ 450, Caroline St #19 Key West N/A Boat Slip 0 Yes 1 Doug Mayberry Real Estate Doug Mayberry Real Estate 6/15/16 $ 499, $ 499, Amelia St Key West 1988 Single Family 1 No 1 BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 6/16/16 $ 864, $ 825, Thomas St Key West 1928 Single Family 3 No 1 BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Engel & Voelkers Florida Keys 6/20/16 $ 619, $ 575, Grinnell St Key West 1924 Duplex 3 No 1 Truman & Co. Truman & Co. 6/21/16 $1,291, $1,269, Villa Mill Alley Key West 1996 Single Family 4 No 1 Truman & Co. Preferred Properties 6/23/16 $3,999, $3,675, Windsor Ln Key West 1933 Single Family 5 No 1 Century 21 Schwartz Realty Executives Key West 6/17/16 $ 474, $ 450, Louisa St #3 Key West 2007 Townhouse 1 No 0 Sellstate Island Properties Auction.com 6/17/16 $ 314, $ 297, Golf Club Dr Key West 1996 Townhouse 2 No 0 Based on information from the KWAR MLS for the period of 06/16/16 through 06/24/