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by Dave Dye
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If only Frank Lloyd Wright could have lived to see the era of condos by the beach.
The 3400-square-foot townhouse at 195 Cherry Avenue is billed as the first of three newly-constructed, “Frank Lloyd Wright inspired” condominium units erected last year, just a block inland from Tamarack Beach in Carlsbad.
According to listing materials retrieved from Zillow, this “iconic masterpiece” was “built as a luxury legacy to last a lifetime.”
“A private entrance to a brownstone staircase leads you to handmade mahogany doors surrounded within real stone on the exterior,” the listing continues. Upon entering, a wood-paneled stairwell made of “Traditional Walnut and Birdseye Maple” that “sweeps through every floor of this Fung Shui [sic] four-story home” leads down to the garage or up to the bedroom levels. Of course, you could also take the private elevator “equipped with an auto cage and phone” to get everywhere from the semi-subterranean garage to the rooftop dec
About This Property Enjoy your privacy, with a very thoughtful landscape design this single- family home in North Adams sits back from the road; in a quiet neighborhood close to Williamstown. The spacious open kitchen has been upgraded with quartz counters and stainless steal appliances. Living, dining, and laundry areas all conveniently on the main level. The floors in the living room as well as the stair treads and risers are Birdseye Maple and Curly Cherry hardwood. The living room and dining room open up to large 40 foot deck perfect for entertaining guests. The beautiful backyard has mature fruit trees and a lush well kept tiered lawn. 3 upstairs bedrooms. Master bedroom features an on suite with walk in closet. Ample off street parking with 2 car attached garage and room for 4 more cars in driveway.