During the past few years I have written about a couple of the lovely homes located in the Key West Writer's Compound. Today I am adding to that list by discussing the the lovely home tucked away at the back of the compound - 719 Windsor Lane Rear. The assortment of restored shacks, shanties, cottages, and houses were once winter homes for writers such as Pulitzer Prize–winning poet Richard Wilbur; "Divine Comedy" translator John Ciardi; John Hersey author of "A Bell for Adano" and "Hiroshima", and Ralph Ellison who wrote #The Invisible Man". The compound is located on Windsor Lane near the top of Solares Hill, the highest point in Key West. All of the houses in the compound sit behind a large privacy fence. Each house sits on its individually owned lot which is accessed via common area walkways. Also included in the common area is a beautiful pool and stunning gardens. I don't reckon there is a more beautiful setting in any shared community in all of Key West.
The listing Realtor describes 719 Windsor Lane Rear this way:
"Writer's retreat at Windsor Village, a secluded community of 11 homes reserved for those who enjoy peaceful living and are 55 years of age or older. Wonderfully located atop Solares Hill on a quiet one way street in the heart of Old Town Key West. Featuring three bedrooms and two baths with high end updates. French doors lead you to the light and airy great room with open floor plan. Spectacular new kitchen with beautiful cabinetry, custom lighting and stunning granite countertops and backsplash. Your private patio overlooks the shared pool surrounded by mature gardens and bricked pathways."
This 1268 sq ft home has three bedrooms and two baths. The front bedroom is currently being used as a den or office. That room and the living room (both pictured below) have beautiful French doors that open out to a private terrace that wraps around to the side where the private outdoor dining area is located.
The pool is located nearby. In the many times I have shown homes here I have only seen one person using the pool. And that is a shame because this pool is so inviting. Tall trees and lush tropical vegetation surround the cottages and provide a bit of shade on one side of the pool.The opposite side of the pool is bright and sunny. CLICK HERE to view a slide show of photos of this home and the other homes that make up this compound.
