5460 Dorn Rd, Big Torch Key, FL 33042

Tucked away on Big Torch Key, one of the Florida Keys' best-kept secrets, this rare 3 acre luxurious custom estate offers the ultimate in privacy, tranquility and breathtaking waterfront views. With 357 feet of pristine shoreline on the Niles Channel and 180° views, this west-facing retreat is perfectly positioned for year-round sunset vistas. The design seamlessly connects over 4000 ft. ² of indoor and outdoor living, offering 2100 ft. ² of air-conditioned, light-filled interior and 2000 ft. ² of covered wrap-around screened-in porches. The elevated classically styled ''Key West Sea Captain'' architecture maximizes the view, allowing for ocean breezes and panoramas from nearly every room. The mid-century modern interior features an open concept design with floor-ceiling pocket slider doors to bring the outdoors in. The third floor master suite is a private sanctuary with a TV lounge, desk area, custom closets, and a spa-like ensuite bath with a soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms offer serene accommodations with custom built-in cabinetry while the home's three full bathrooms are elegantly appointed. The second floor opens to an additional 460-ft. ² shady patio while the third floor sundeck provides a private perch to take in the vast unobstructed views. Outside, the estate is also equipped for the active fisherman and boater featuring a 300-foot Lifetime dock with fiber grate decking and a 5,000-pound boat lift, floating swim platform, fish cleaning station and full dock utilities. Beyond the T-dock with its 4-foot draft, there is a 4-post boat slip allowing installation of a larger lift for bigger vessels. The Niles Channel affords quick access to both Gulf and Atlantic waters with 40-foot clearance at the Niles Channel bridge, while back country flats fishing is minutes away. A tiki bar, small beach and lush, tropical landscaping including many specimen trees (mahogany, gumbo limbo, blolly) and many species of palm . .. (see documents for full description) A tiki bar, small beach and lush, tropical landscaping including many specimen trees (mahogany, gumbo limbo, loblolly) and many species of palm complete the picture of island perfection. With ample cleared space for a pool or future building expansion, there are many possibilities for customization. Designed for modern comfort and security, the estate is accessed via a gated private driveway, includes hurricane-rated shutters throughout, an exterior elevator to the second floor, public water and sewer utilities, a private non-metered 22,000 gallon irrigation system, a whole-house generator (22 kW Generac), central air plus third-level split system, fiber optic Internet and an enclosed garage for two vehicles. Offered furnished by agreement, this extraordinary property represents a rare opportunity to own one of the most private and exclusive waterfront retreats in the Florida Keys.