12827 Ft Caroline Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225

Property Description

Panoramic views from this riverfront BLUFF Masterpiece, with rare DEEP water with effortless access to the Atlantic Ocean. This high elevation home and property has been comprehensively & meticulously renovated, the tranquility and security of 1.53 acres of gated elegance. This iconic riverfront estate offers an unparalleled lifestyle of privacy, space and the serenity of nature. Perfectly blending luxury living with the expanse of natural surroundings, you can entertain, relax, or simply embrace prime waterfront with privacy and peace of mind. The gated drive leads to the gorgeous, stately brick home and room to enjoy the best that waterfront living has to offer. Natural slate stone roof. Marble & wood flooring, massive vaulted ceilings, state of the art kitchen, office & primary bedroom on first floor, and amazing dock with covered pavilion to enhance your waterfront lifestyle & fully functional dockhouse. Centerpiece pool, hot tub and koi pond. Surrounded by miles of nature trails. Classic brick architecture, mature landscaping, and multiple outdoor living spaces create a private waterfront retreat overlooking the St. Johns River. A screened pool, raised brick spa with cascading waterfall, expansive balcony, and generous seating areas offer inviting spaces for relaxing or entertaining while taking in sweeping river views with dolphin sightings. Inside, a dramatic staircase, polished stone flooring, soaring ceilings, and an open second-floor gallery create an elegant sense of scale. The formal dining area flows into a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring snow white cabinetry, stone countertops, dark hardwood floors, a large center island with professional-style gas range, double wall ovens, and an oversized refrigerator. The adjoining morning room and built-in bar are filled with natural light and frame views of the pool and river. The primary bath offers a spa-like escape with a soaking tub overlooking the water, walk-in shower, stone finishes, private balcony access, and a separate wood-paneled sauna. Outdoors, the screened pool area opens toward the river, while the private dock and air-conditioned boathouse extend the living space directly onto the water. Additional features include a four-car climate-controlled garage, 48 KW whole-house generator, and an electronically gated fence. Complete with multiple seating areas, covered gathering space, and a full kitchen, the boathouse and dock create an exceptional setting for boating, entertaining. Centrally located near downtown Jacksonville, airports, beaches, golf, dining, shopping, and sports venues, this remarkable estate combines resort-style amenities, abundant wildlife, and the very best of luxury Florida waterfront living.