4807 Apalachee St: Custom riverfront home in Ortega
- Price: $2,495,000
- MLS: 528086
- Status: Active
- Agent: Fred Miller
- Email: fred@fredmillergroup.com
- Phone: 904.388.0000
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This home was designed by Bill Leuthold, master architect, and built by Sid Higginbotham in 1998 on an acre-plus high bluff lot on the St Johns River in Ortega. No expense was spared by the sellers to build their dream home: finishes include saternia tile and marble flooring, granite countertops, solid custom wood cabinetry, hand painted murals and custom paint techniques. Built in the Mediterranean / Italianate syle, this home is constructed of masonry with concrete and rebar supports and features a barrel-tiled roof with lifetime warranty. Hurd double-paned windows with UV protection were used throughout, and the home was designed and sited to take maximum advantage of the breathtaking river views. In the foyer, a historic blue paint was hand-applied with a glazed overcoat, and the circular staircase features a custom designed wrought iron balustrade. The gold leaf and crystal chandelier highlights the space beautifully. Just off the foyer is a charming guest powder room with its walls and ceiling painted with a delightful and colorful mural. The formal dining room is banquet sized and features palladian style windows for ample natural light. The dining room chandelier features gold cherubs and cobalt porcelain, and the glazed paint design on ivory walls complements the space perfectly. An alcove is the perfect place for a buffet or sideboard, and the four-step crown molding features dentil molding detail. In addition to peaceful river views, the formal living room features a full-sized fireplace with custom-designed stone mantel and surround with herringbone masonry (gas logs are currenly in place, although the Isokern fireplace is capable of wood burning). Also on the riverfront side, a fabulous open kitchen / breakfast / family room provides a perfect gathering spot for family and friends. The kitchen features maple floor-to-ceiling cabinetry with pantry storage, roll-out cabinets and many drawers, plus lighted glass shelves in the built-in hutch. A built-in desk is handy for online menu planning or shopping. Stainless steel appliances include a KitchenAid 30" double oven, a KitchenAid Whispersoft dishwasher with stainless steel interior, a Thermador gas 5-burner cooktop with floor vent, a GE microwave and 26 cu ft side-by-side refrigerator with icemaker. A reverse osmosis water system provides filtered drinking water, and instant hot water is dispensed at the sink. A butler's pantry provides additional storage for china, crystal and linens and also features granite countertops. The library features cherry floor-to-ceiling shelves designed to support many oversized books (such as medical or law books), and all shelf heights are fully adjustable. The laundry room contains a Maytag Neptune washer and dryer as well as a sink and additional cabinets. A first floor office has phone and internet connections and built-in shelves, and a full guest bath is located nearby. On the second floor, the master suite features a private riverfront balcony which offers 180-degree river views, including a view of the skyline. Its dual private bath features a jet tub and separate glass-and-til shower with white marble tile trimmed with Italian mosaic and gold tiles. Double walk-in closets and attic access are included in the master suite. Three additional guest suites also offer stunning river views, and each has its own private bath. A bonus / playroom has a kitchenette (as well as plumbing for an extra bath) and could be a fifth bedroom or guest suite. The covered riverfront lanai is perfect for enjoying river views and breezes and makes for fabulous entertaining or al fresco dining. The lot has been landscaped to perfection and includes dogwoods, citrus, holly, azaleas, camellias and a rose garden designed to always be in bloom. For your showing, call Fred Miller at 904-699-6459 or email fred@fredmillergroup.com.
- Neighborhood: Ortega
- Lot Size: 137' riverfront x 322'
- Type: Single Family Residential for Sale
- Floors: Two or More Stories
- Parking/Garage: 3
- Bedrooms: 4
- Baths: 5
- Half Baths: 1
- Square Feet: Approximately 6,418
- Year Built: 1998
- Appliances
- Central Air
- Den/Office
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Fireplace
- Hardwood Floors
- Laundry Room
- Main Floor Bathroom
- Pantry
- Walk-In Closet
- Custom fine finishes throughout
- Balcony
- Deck/Patio
- Landscaping
- View
- Downtown skyline views
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