Welcome to your beautifully designed custom home located in the highly sought-after community of MuraBella. Lovingly maintained by the original owners, this residence offers a unique blend of Italian villa charm and relaxed Florida living. From the travertine tile floors and cast stone fireplace to the European-style fountain in the private courtyard, every detail was carefully selected to create an inviting and timeless atmosphere. This spacious home is filled with natural light and offers serene views of mature landscaping, a tranquil pond, and a sparkling pool from nearly every room. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features an open main living area with seamless flow between the kitchen, family room, and outdoor spaces. A three-panel sliding glass door pockets away to fully open the family room to the covered lanai and screened pool, making it easy to enjoy indoor-outdoor living year-round.
The kitchen is both functional and elegant, featuring GE Café appliances, a large island, and custom cabinetryperfect for hosting friends and family. The adjacent dining room is generously sized and ideal for larger gatherings or intimate dinners. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat with soft soffit lighting, a custom walk-in closet, French doors leading to the pool, and a spa-like bath with thoughtful upgrades including pull-out vanity shelves, soft-close cabinetry, a ceiling fan, and even a niche for a TV.
Two additional bedrooms on the main floor share a full bath and a private wing of the home, while the upstairs bonus room provides flexibility for a fourth bedroom, media space, or guest suite and includes a full bath with tub/shower and a beautiful view of the pond and surrounding neighborhood.
A detached casita, connected by the courtyard, offers a private full bath and walk-in closet, making it the perfect space for a home office, guest suite, or gym. The courtyard itself is one of the home's most admired features, with a European-style fountain and seating area that feels like a peaceful escape.
The beautifully landscaped 85-foot wide lot includes blooming azaleas, camellias, hibiscus, roses, and crape myrtles that provide year-round color, with landscape lighting that highlights the palms in the front and back in the evening. The lanai and pool area is a haven for birdwatchers, with regular visits from cardinals, herons, ducks, hawks, and even the occasional eagle. A waterfall feature connected to the pool pump adds soothing sound to this private outdoor oasis.
Additional features include an extended two-car garage with an epoxy floor and added depth for storage or workshop space, a separate one-car garage attached to the casita, and a built-in Bose speaker system throughout the home and lanai with individual volume controls and family room surround sound.
Located in a prime location near top-rated schools, dining, and historic St. Augustine, this one-of-a-kind home offers both luxury and livability in a truly special setting.
