228 Riberia Street, Saint Augustine, FL, 32084

Nestled among towering oaks, palms, and cedars in the heart of historic Lincolnville, this custom-built Craftsman estate offers a truly rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, and walkability, just one mile from the heart of downtown St. Augustine. Built in 2015 by Farwood Home Designs, this thoughtfully designed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits on an extraordinary 4.55-acre parcel stretching all the way to the San Sebastian River, creating an unmatched urban retreat with stunning marsh views, spectacular sunsets, abundant wildlife, and even tidal water access for kayaking. Inside, nearly 2,000 square feet of beautifully crafted living space showcases a soaring coffered ceiling, custom lighting, crown molding, a stone gas fireplace, and a chef's kitchen featuring granite countertops, custom cabinetry, a five-burner gas range with pot filler, vented hood, oversized island with wine storage, walk-in pantry, and stainless steel appliances. Hurricane-impact windows, 2x6 insulated construction, and energy-efficient design provide year-round comfort and remarkably low utility costs. The primary suite is a private spa retreat with a jetted soaking tub, Mr. Steam steam shower, heated towel warmer, bidet, custom walk-in closet, and marble finishes throughout. Two additional bedrooms share a spacious Jack-and-Jill bath, while upstairs porches and outdoor living spaces invite you to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Outside, the possibilities are just as impressive. The 90-foot-wide lot provides exceptional privacy, generous parking for multiple vehicles, RV parking with 50-amp service and water hookup, paver walkways and patios, a fire pit, outdoor shower, irrigation system, buried pet fence, and a raised patio designed to support a future addition. Finished plans for a 600-square-foot expansion and swimming pool are included, allowing the next owner to customize the property even further. Adding to its appeal, the property is zoned Open Land, allowing for short-term vacation rentals. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a private retreat, or an income-producing investment, this property offers exceptional flexibility. Properties offering this level of privacy, acreage, modern construction, and development potential, all within minutes of historic downtown St. Augustine, are exceptionally rare.

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