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$975,000

Sometimes you find a home and immediately feel the WOW factor! 18 Althea is one of those homes, nestled in the wooded marsh in the Fullerwood neighborhood of St. Augustine. Built on stilts, the 2,223 SF property sits on .67 of an acre, backing to Robinson Creek. Imagine taking your paddle board or kayak to the intracoastal waterway. The builder spared no detail, importing materials to create a serene retreat like no other. An extended paver driveway leads to a covered parking area and storage, perfect for vehicles, water toys and supplies. Upstairs, the wrap-around porch is welcoming with a bar for seating. Through the double doors, the open-concept great room/dining and kitchen combination is perfect for entertaining. High ceilings are covered in wood. The main floor of the house includes TWO primary suites with large closets and ''matching bathrooms,'' plus a third room with double doors, currently being shown as a bedroom (nonconforming). Stairs lead to a 250 SF loft that can be turned into another bedroom, office, or a hangout space. This property is zoned RS-2. Being close to Vilano Beach and the historic district of St. Augustine and the best shopping and restaurants the area has great benefits. NO HOA or CDD fees! This unique home won't last for long!

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2143486 MLS

18 Althea Street, St. Augustine

$5,500,000

Step through plated double glass doors into a grand foyer with dramatic Italian tile flooring, a crystal chandelier, and a sculptural staircase complemented by an elevator. The first level includes a private secondary primary suite with marble-accented bath and direct proximity to the fully equipped party kitchen--ideal for guests or multi-generational living. A professional-grade home gym with exterior access sits beside a flexible wellness room, offering the perfect opportunity for an infrared sauna. The second floor hosts a chef's kitchen with beautifully restored Ash wood floors, quartz countertops, DuraSupreme cabinetry, Sub-Zero refrigeration, a Wolf 6-burner gas range, and a Galley Chef Series workstation. A cozy sitting area and adjacent decks frame stunning sunrise and sunset views over the Intracoastal Waterway. Also on the second floor is an elegant living and dining spaces which features Ash hardwood floors, a custom gas fireplace, designer lighting, and expansive glass doors leading to a tiled outdoor terrace. A central office with exceptional water views offers deck access and convenient proximity to the main living areas. The third-floor hosts three beautifully appointed suites. The primary suite includes custom California Closets, a private balcony, and a spa-inspired walk-in bath with Italian tile, granite surfaces, Restoration Hardware finishes, and an Asian soaking tub. Two additional guest suites each offer private baths and French door access to the east-facing deck. A sitting area leading to the sunset terrace completes this serene upper level. Outdoors, a spectacular 1,019 sq. ft. saltwater pool and spa overlooking the Intracoastal, enhanced by fire bowls, in-pool seating, and dramatic water features. The summer kitchen--complete with grill, refrigerator, ice maker, fryer, and Big Green Egg--creates the perfect setting for unforgettable gatherings, with a full pool bath just steps away. This exquisite home provides intercoastal frontage to the East and marsh and Robinson Creek frontage to the north, northwest. Quality construction and thoughtful upgrades include concrete block through the second floor, Sonos sound system inside and out, Baldwin Brass hardware, five newer A/C units, three water heaters, irrigation well and sprinklers, city sewer connection, and a full fire and sprinkler system. This home blends exceptional craftsmanship, luxurious amenities, and breathtaking waterfront views into a truly extraordinary coastal retreat!

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 2135002 MLS

3418 Lands End Drive, St. Augustine