19 Magnolia Dunes Circle, Saint Augustine Beach, FL, 32080

This one will have you at “hello.” Imagine a stunning preserve-front pool home nestled behind a private dune in the most sought-after beach neighborhood just down the road from iconic beaches that’s designed to embrace natural light and adorned with smart upgrades. This beautiful pool-home embodies the perfect blend of luxury and comfort, offering serene views of the lush preserve that enhance its tranquility and privacy. Surrounding by pretty flowers and trees, the west-facing front porch is the first cozy retreat you’ll find in this home. Use it for chilling out, watching birds in the trees, or glimpsing friendly neighbors as they walk by in this dog-friendly small and quiet subdivision. As you step inside, you're greeted by an abundance of natural light filtering through large windows, illuminating the spacious living areas and highlighting the elegant finishes throughout and the dramatic view of the refreshing waterfall pool with the rare backdrop of a beautifully treed preserve creating a ‘park like’ back yard. This tastefully updated home is an opportunity to live the Olde Florida lifestyle with its best view of the nature preserve on a 0.24-acre lot. There is an abundance of wildlife including native birds, many types of butterflies, and small mammals to be seen right from your screened porch. The spacious pool/lanai of this home faces east so you can enjoy stunning sunrises, eat al fresco, or entertain large groups all year round! Continuing outside, the pool area serves as a private oasis, surrounded by lush landscaping, offering a perfect retreat for a cup of coffee before work, or just unwinding and/or entertaining guests. The preserve views provide a unique picturesque backdrop, ensuring every moment spent here is a true escape into natural beauty. Moving back inside, the split-family floorplan is thoughtfully designed to maximize both functionality and aesthetic appeal, with modern touches that cater to today's lifestyle demands. The fully insulated garage is ready for lift-off with a fully operational sink and bar, and a recently installed mini-split air conditioner/heater. This home is not in a flood zone and was recently “hurricane hardened” for wind mitigation certification purposes with a 2022-installed 150-mph rated Tamko brand architectural shingled roof with added secondary water resistance and truss strapping, a Hurricane-Master brand Miami-Dade certified impact resistant garage door, and Eastern Architecture brand impact -resistant double paned and low-e windows added in 2023. (HO insurance is currently discounted to $2354 annually). Loaded with improvements, this home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully renovated with every feature imaginable! 2024: Belgrade brand Pavers with home perimeter Pond Stone landscaping, Tru-scapes brand app-controllable custom landscape lighting installed on pathways, front plantings/trees, and recently re-stained driveway retaining walls. French door style GE brand refrigerator. 2023: Entire house replumbed utilizing PEX water line, including a new high capacity on-demand hot water heater; exterior painted, new hurricane rated windows installed, upscale fans in all rooms, new full-size top/bottom LG Brand washer/drier combination. 2022: Garage Door w/remote and Roof replaced. 2021: Mini-split Daikin brand AC/heater installed in the garage; aluminum gutters added with copper custom chain waterspouts. 2020: Hurricane panels maintained for every door and window. New HVAC and Ultraviolet Filter to prevent mold (*See documents for upgrade list). The floorplan offers flexibility with a large sit-in dining room plus a parlor or foyer as you walk in. Current owner has one of the two “flex-rooms” set up as a gorgeous vintage library, full of style and even a built-in bar! The star of the show is spacious master suite with its spa-like features including with double sinks, his and her walk-in closets, and a luxurious spa tub and separate walk-in shower. The heart of the home is a chef's kitchen equipped with modern appliances, sleek solid surface countertops, undercabinet lighting, and ample storage space including built-in slide out cabinet shelving all making it ideal for culinary enthusiasts’ and entertainment alike. Oh, and there is a fully functional fireplace in the main living area to add to the incredible warmth and charm of this home. So, whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening, the seamless flow from indoor to outdoor spaces invites relaxation and enjoyment. Located in the A-rated RB Hunt school district, you are less than a mile without needing to cross A1A. This neighborhood offers extra security with single point entrance/egress which is actively monitored 24/7. This property is more than just a home; it is the ultimate Olde Florida lifestyle. With its prime location and thoughtful design elements, this preserve-front pool home is a rare find that promises serenity and luxury.

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