IMPECCABLY RENOVATED WATERVIEW HOME

A rare offering: impeccably renovated, tastefully appointed, with a versatile floorplan suited to all types of lifestyles and an outstanding downtown location enjoying a cloistered feeling while being just a short stroll along the bayfront to the center of the city. Instant gratification is a rare thing and if this house speaks to you as we think it will, then come and try it on. Circa 1900, the present owner executed a painstaking renovation and now you can enjoy the fruits of that labor.

The breeze off the Matanzas River ruffles the shade tree canopy as you approach the entrance. The front room is lined with windows and presently used as a dining room although the choice is yours. Two living rooms and a small music room/library are all open to each other – an excellent space for gatherings of any size. A gas-fired hearth clad in Carrera marble will be welcome in winter. The kitchen complements the style of the house without compromising any of today’s requirements. There’s an attractive arrangement of cabinets in the back hall and the half bath (easy conversion to full) is handily accessible for guests. A small guest room is here as well. At the top of the stairs, a cozy office is out of sight when you want it to be.

The master is simply lovely – sunny, breezy and the wonderful new wraparound porch will be a favorite spot year-round. Enjoy calming views of sailboats passing by on the river and watch the water birds take wing. Sitting out here will make your worries disappear – try it! The master bath offers a generous tub and separate walk-in shower – all dressed in white. A walk-in closet and double linen storage are rarely found in houses of this vintage, but here they are and most welcome. An en-suite guest room at the back overlooks the walled garden and features a lovely new bathroom with large shower. The utility room is upstairs and also serves as an overflow closet for the guest room.

A detached garage on the Marine Street side can accommodate a car with room left over. A studio with a classic double sink is at the back of the garage and you can throw open the French doors for fresh air as you work. A pergola leads from the garage to the walkways and the air is perfumed by the rosemary bush. A classic garden is consummately private and a small swimming pool is possible. There’s a sunny patio between the garage and house waiting for an outdoor party and there will be many of them to come. It’s a jewel in the city’s crown.

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