Tropical and fragrant, the blooms of the frangipani tree define island living almost as much as the sand, sun and sea. Frangipani on Von Phister captures this sweet essence of Key West flora in a two-level contemporary home tucked away amongst the richly vegetated private residences that make up the neighborhood surrounding the famous Flagler's Historic Casa Marina Hotel. This home is located just three short blocks from Higgs beach, fishing piers, tennis, pickle and bocce ball courts, playground, exercise park, top restaurants, farmers market, and entertainment.
If you're interested staying awhile, Frangipani on Von Phister makes month-long or more stay's ideal for couples or families interested in catching the rhythm of local life and looking to enjoy all aspects of Key West living.
Just a short bike ride away from the residential seclusion and privacy of the Casa Marina neighborhood, (4 bikes provided) lies bustling Duval Street. Everywhere is accessible by bike on the island where you can explore every corner. You will surely discover a wealth of diverse culture, food, music and entertainment. Enjoy colorful and charming shops, art galleries, museums, theaters, water parks, great music, weekend festivals and special events. Visit and enjoy historic homes, quaint docks, harbors, water sports, fishing, diving, parasailing, jet skiing, sailing, boating, and famous sunsets on Mallory Square. The culinary world on the island is world class. Experience rows of fine restaurants and casual local joints. Take a tour on the famous Conch Train, Conch Trolley, or thrilling Ghost tours in our famous historic cemetery. Visit Hemingway House, Audubon House & Gardens, and climb the famous Key West Light house. Pick up a locally made Key West gift, cigar, or key lime pie. This little island offers something for everyone.
Relaxing and romantic, Frangipani in itself is an island gem. Behind lush gardens, this private residence boasts manual and remote rolling gates able to fit two cars. Street parking also available directly in front of home. The home's award winning architectural design, is inviting, warm, and sharply stunning. The tall ceilings of a grand foyer and beyond, coupled with high-tech lighting, provide the living space, seating areas, and specifically curated pieces of art, with a natural open eminence which distinguish this home as both comfortable and sophisticated.
The first floor is open, with marble floors, an ample entertaining area, a full office with printer, wine cooler with private porch and sliding glass doors to the gardens
, full laundry room, two spacious bedrooms, living and dining area with a modern and functional kitchen.
The impeccably clean and detailed, gourmet kitchen has top of the line appliances, breakfast bar, and utensils/kitchenware for every occasion. The dining area and the living space are truly relaxing. Upholstered white furniture accented with peacock blues and greens makes this casual, elegant tropical home, inviting and serene. Floor to ceiling windows allow sunlight to fill the home. A large cable television, DVD player , DVD's, board games, puzzles and books allow your stay to be uniquely yours!
Off the living room, sliding glass doors reveal outstanding tropical landscaping and pool area. A remote awning offers deck shade around a large salt water heated pool with a soothing stone waterfall feature. Wonderful outdoor seating, umbrellas, lounging chairs, grill, deep freezer, refrigerator and full outdoor dining makes for a magical stay of sun-filled days. Expect for it to be hard to leave this inviting home.
The two bedrooms on the first floor are slices of paradise boasting all modern amenities you could hope for. The "Mermaid" room consists of a trundle day bed that makes for two full twins, en suite full bathroom, private toilet room, bath tub and shower combo, custom walk in closet, and wall mount TV. Sliding doors open to a private front porch with comfy rocking chair to take in the quiet breezes of the lush garden.
The "Hi Doc" second room consists of a King size bed, full ensuite bathroom with private toilet room, walk in shower, wall mounted TV, custom closet, and sliding doors leading to the lush backyard pool and garden deck. There is nothing like sliding open doors to welcome in tropical paradise!
A large marble staircase leads to the master suite fit for royalty. The spacious open concept area overlooks the whole house and has added amenities you would not believe. King size bed with lush linens, a lounging area with sofa chair and inlet shelving with books for your cool down periods. His and hers full private bathrooms each with toilet closets, custom closets, safe, jet tub, walk in multi head shower, TV unit with DVD.
A luxurious private balcony only accessible from the master suite includes a large outdoor shower, outdoor covered daybed, perfect for afternoon naps and a good book. Overlooking an oasis of tropical palms and gardens around the pool, enjoy the nature you see from this balcony while previewing the sunset, full moon, stars and the tropical breeze while showering or just lounging in the warm night's air.
Bi weekly visits from owners private housekeeper, weekly visits from private gardener and pool service ensures that your stay remains truly special.
Fully alarmed and monitored 24/7, keypad door access, connected to automatic gas generator, these items provide you with a sense of safety and comfort from any unforeseen situation.
With the owners attention to detail, Frangipani on Von Phister is an experience we are sure you will enjoy and look forward to returning to again and again.
