70 Water Street

This home exudes charm and character . It was designed by the famed architect , F.A. Hollingsworth and resides on one of the highest elevations on one of the most desired streets in , St Augustine. The timeless architecture has been carefully restored and enhanced with the finest materials and craftsmanship from exterior to interior. Step into the foyer where the original stairs , banisters , and hardwood floors have been refinished. Original floors & trim remain throughout. The floorplan flows with formal dining , large chef's kitchen with gas and oversized quartz island , walk-in pantry and an abundance of cabinets . The formal living room is light filled and cozy with hand painted tiles covering the original wood burning fireplace . A den with built in bookshelves off the living room is the perfect place for a home office. An enclosed sunroom with new vinyl windows ,custom Bamboo blinds , stone work fireplace and split system AC overlook the large backyard and pool area . The original staircase leads to three generous-sized bedrooms and two full baths. A sitting area is adjacent to the Primary with a door leading to the outside second story porch refreshed with no maintenance Trex(TM) decking. This porch is a great vantage point to view, the Matanzas River. Large windows in the primary take in the light and water views. Storage is ample with a walk-in closet and a custom European wardrobe. The original carriage house still stands preserved and freshly painted with a new roof. The use is up to the new owner with ,220 AMP and plumbing available, it could easily be a guest house or an art studio. A storage shed was constructed behind the carriage house, keeping with the architectural integrity of the main and carriage house. Hardi(TM) Board siding, two electrical outlets and an auto fan for heat control make this a versatile space. Privacy hedges hide the fence in Backyard and add to the beautiful outdoor entertaining area surrounding the pool and spa creating a peaceful haven. You can Walk to, Castillo de San Marcos, view the landmark Cross at Our Lady Le Leche at sunset and be at the finest restaurants with a short walk. To be this close to all that Historic Downtown St Augustine offers, you will not believe the privacy and serenity that this location provides. Don't miss this perfectly reimagined and restored piece of history. View Feature list under document section for full details.