94 Park PlaceSt. Augustine, FL 32084Price: $525,000

Cherished historic Lincolnville cottage, proudly representing Lincolnville's colorful heritage! A popular short term rental, The Mermaid's Tale also serves as a second home for the owners. Built circa 1900, the shotgun house was fully remodeled from the studs in 2020. Everything in the house was removed and replaced, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, framing, flooring, walls, ceilings and windows. Metal roof was replaced in 2015, except for the back section which dates 2020; the lean-to closed in back porch was previously closed in at some point and had to be removed and rebuilt. Everything in the home meets 2020 code! Loaded with character and heavy on the charm! The owners redesigned the shotgun style floorplan into an open, inviting space which doesn't waste a square inch! As you enter from the sweet front porch, you are greeted by 9.5' ceilings, opening up to the living room and kitchen. The kitchen has stainless steel countertops, gray stained wood cabinets with cove trim and 42' uppers, with dovetail construction and soft close cabinets and drawers. The white porcelain farmhouse sink is a large single basin cast iron sink overlooking a window that lets in natural light. Closet shelving has boxed styled shelves. Primary closet has solid wood louvered slider doors. Barn door entry to 2nd bedroom and another to the 2nd bedroom closet. All interior doors are solid wood, wood stained. Tile flooring in the bathroom and large yellow pine plank floors throughout the rest of the home. The home has LED lighting throughout, including recessed lights for a clean look while offering energy efficiency. The 4 windows in the living room and primary bedroom are Pella wood, double hung windows, with double paned insulated glass and the 2 transom windows are Pella wood windows with double paned insulated glass. All windows and doors have upgraded trim and casings made out of cypress and radiata pine. Some trim is wood stained and some painted. French doors lead out to the side deck for relaxing and entertaining, which has protection from the elements and added privacy from the street and the neighbors with the end wall and sail cloths. The backyard has a shed offering additional storage, with room for a hot tub and/or pool. Landscaping, string patio lights and landscape lighting help add to the charm and ambiance. Designed for both function and curb appeal, the shell section of the driveway ensures proper drainage and compliance with city requirements, while the paved driveway offers an attractive and polished approach to the home. Unlike many properties in Lincolnville, this home has lots of space for stretching out, adding privacy and parking. Current configuration allows off-street parking for 3 cars. The house is actually on what used to be a double lot. There was an identical shotgun house where the driveway now sits. There is room for an addition, or garage with additional living space above. Home has termite bond and warranty for both subterranean and dry wood termites. This cottage would make a wonderful home for someone who loves walkability, friendly neighbors and the sound of church bells on a Sunday morning! Featured in the Pretty Old Places account on Instagram because the digital creator couldn't stop herself from featuring the house on her account which discovers beautiful historic structures all over the U.S. NO SQUEAKS! NO DRAFTS! NO MUSTY SMELLS! This home feels and lives like a new home, and has been cared for and cleaned meticulously!!