Ted Williams is an MLB icon. He’s believed to be one of the hardest hitters to ever step onto a baseball diamond. His home in the Florida Keys, appropriately named “Fishers Paradise” is now on the market for $4.2 million.
Simple modern style and ocean views make this palatial estate a dream home for fishermen and sportsmen alike. This palatial estate sits on 1.72 acres and has 100 ft of water frontage. The main home is 3,200 sq ft.
Living space featuring a green couch and a brown area rug. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This room offers a pair of chairs and built-in shelves, along with some stunning decoration. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Simple room with a table and a chair, surrounded by plain white walls and ceiling. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Dining area that opens up to the home’s kitchen area. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Focused look at the dining area featuring its oval-shaped dining table set. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Another looka the dining area showcasing its dining table set and the glass windows. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Kitchen with stainless steel kitchen counters and a gorgeous ceiling light. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Another kitchen area with a floating vanity counter lighted by a gorgeous ceiling light. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Another look at this kitchen with its stylish set up along with its modish gray tiles flooring. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Bedroom suite with a modern bed set and a modern armchair on the side. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This bedroom offers a nice bed set, a study desk and a reach-in closet. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Bedroom featuring a modern bed set and a modern chair on the side. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This large bedroom suite also has a study desk and chair set on the side of the bed. Bird’s eye view of the neighborhood, with properties featuring their own docks. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Bedroom with a lovely bed set and a doorway leading to a private balcony. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Another look at this simple bedroom with a lovely bed and built-in shelving on the side. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Bathroom with stylish tiles walls and a white sink counter. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This bathroom features blue tiles walls, a walk-in shower and a sink counter. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Bathroom featuring green tiles walls, a floating vanity sink and a small walk-in shower. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
There’s a home gym too offering many equipment and features a wooden ceiling and glass windows. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
A room with a counter and a bench seat, along with glass windows protected by window blinds. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This balcony hall opens up to the home’s bedrooms. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This is the outdoor view that the balcony offers. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
There’a a small deck area near the swimming pool too. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
This outdoor bar also offers a modern billiards table set. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
A look at the home’s stunning outdoor landscape. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
The outdoor offers a swimming pool, an outdoor dining table set and a bar area. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Focused look at the dining table set and the stunning surroundings. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Focused look at the home’s custom swimming pool overlooking the amazing landscape. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Different view of the house’s custom swimming pool surrounded by tropical trees. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Side view of the swimming pool with a deck featuring sitting lounges on the side. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Another striking view of the home’s landscape design. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
A square outdoor dining table set for four on the balcony area. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
A square outdoor dining table set on a deck. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Outside, the home offers multiple lovely plants, flowers and tall mature trees. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Here’s a courtyard filled with lush plants and trees. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Far away aerial view of the house showcasing its gorgeous outdoors. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Bird’s eye view of the neighborhood, with properties featuring their own docks. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Another bird’s eye view showcasing the rich neighborhood with their own docks. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Bird’s eye view of the neighborhood facing the ocean front. Image courtesy of Toptenrealestatedeals.com.
Ted Williams was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966. He was also inducted into the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame. He purchased the home in 1960. He chose the vacation getaway home so he could hone his sportfishing skills.
His major league career began in 1939 when he joined the Boston Red Sox. He served in WW2 and the Korean War. After 19 years with the Red Sox, he retired from playing. He went on to manage the Texas Rangers and had a long-running fishing show.
Williams lived in Fisherman’s Paradise for decades. In 2002 it was sold to Richens, who was also a sportfishing enthusiast. He purchased the home for $1.8 million and purchased the guest house that is now part of the property for over $300,000.
Tasteful and Classic Interior
Grey tile floors, classic white walls, and wooden golden colored wood ceilings are seen throughout much of the home. The dining room is a unique oval shape with glass windows representing the majority of the wall. The white walls and ceiling are a perfect backdrop for the view of the bay that is the room’s true focal point.
The bedrooms are very simple with glass doors leading to the balcony for an open and airy feel. The kitchen is large and modern, with stainless steel appliances and countertops. A large balcony hallway provides entrance to the home’s four bedrooms. It features four bathrooms as well. A guest house provides guests with a private getaway.
Outdoor Features
The stand-alone gym provides everything you need to remain in shape. Outdoor amenities include a swimming pool with an ocean view and a small deck. The outdoor bar features rich dark wood for the walls and bar.
A white pool table and a dartboard provide plenty of entertainment. It’s accompanied by a white ceiling, white marble bar top, and white chairs. This creates a look that is clean yet cozy. The landscaping features a courtyard full of lush vegetation and paved walkways.
Of course, Fisherman’s Paradise provides ample opportunities to do just that. On Upper Matecumbe Key on Islamorada Island, Ted Williams found his paradise. It’s a cove with a private dock. Fish from the dock, take a boat ride to secluded areas, or brave the surf and go spearfishing. You can do it all here. It’s also a short walk from the island’s shops and restaurants.
Photo credit: Ocean Sotheby’s International Realty
