The Whisper Lake neighborhood in Melbourne, Florida is bounded by Lake Washington Road on the north, North Wickham Road on the west, Country Road 511 and Aurora Road on the south, and Croton Road on the east. Made up of homes that range in price from $130,000 to $180,000, the area is home to neatly landscaped yards that showcase Florida plants and trees. Residential homes are surrounded by such vegetation as palms, saw palmettos, oaks, magnolias, oleanders, bougainvilleas, hickories, hawthorns and shadbush trees. The plants attract wildlife such as raccoons and gray squirrels to the neighborhood, along with area birds such as tanagers, towhees and warblers.
In addition, residents are close to nearby parks that offer surf fishing, swimming and sailing. The Melbourne Beach Pier is also located nearby. Many of the residents stop by at the site to look at the stunning evening sunsets. The boardwalk, located at Erna Nixon Park, is also a draw. The path allows visitors to view the interesting Floridian flora and fauna in the nature preserve of the popular recreational area.
I-95 is close to the neighborhood,which permits residents access to nearby shopping and restaurants. Favorite restaurants include the Island Pasta Company in downtown Melbourne, which serves contemporary fare as well as the Texas Road House, which is located at 425 East Eau Gallie Boulevard. Residents like to shop at Melbourne Square, which is home to such major retailers as Dillard’s, J.C. Penney, and Macy’s as well as a variety of specialty shops.