Florida, Monroe County, Big Pine Key, USA

'Smuggler's Cove' is rich in history and a bit of mystery, as its name would suggest. Fast forward to the present and you'll discover that this 1948 home has kept much of its character with lots of hidden alcoves, while offering modern updates including a top-of-the-line appliances, USB electric outlets throughout, a 7.2 Yamaha surround-sound theatre system and so much more. Once inside the gated entry and 6 ft. privacy fence you'll discover a half-acre property unlike any other. Abundant bromeliads line the fence; bamboo and lemongrass provide privacy for 'hot tub island' inside the circular drive. Walk around the house and you'll discover the impressive concrete pool that was added in 2023 where one can swim laps in its 60 ft. length. Then there's boating from the deep basin/lagoon that is believed to have been dredged in the early 20th century when smuggling rum played a part in history. The story is that the original structure was a raised barn with a winch to hoist goods. The current owner has added a Jet Dock floating dock bridge with a sea gate that opens to allow the passage of boats in and out and helps keep the sea grass at bay; the sea gate is enforced with a turbidity barrier that acts as a fender when docking alongside. Closer to the house is a Jet Dock floating dock. The deep basin is teaming with fish and sea life, including tarpon, snook, snapper, manatees and more. Boating to both the back country and Atlantic are excellent. The east-facing exposure provides spectacular sunrises and mystical moonrises over Bogie Channel. The main kitchen, living area, two bedrooms one bath, and laundry are on the ground level; the upstairs is used by the owners as their primary suite with third bedroom, second bath, and a second washer/dryer set. The upstairs suite can be accessed by the front staircase, as well as inside using the ships ladder that can also be closed off. Intrigued? 'Smuggler's Cove' may be just for you!