Property Attributes
- MLS#GC515237
- TypeSingle Family
- CountySUWANNEE
- CityBRANFORD
- AreaBranford
- NeighborhoodSanta Fe River Estates
- Zip32008
- StyleCabin,Elevated
- Year Built2013
- Taxes$ 2716
- Price$ 1,095,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1272
- Lot Size10.22 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Welcome to "The River House of Many Stories". A summer holiday visit to the log cabin of Abe Lincoln inspired a five-year-old boy, the owner, to one day build a home that expressed such strength and simplicity. Later, as an adult and drawing from 40 years of river living, the owner chose an expansive tract of land on the Santa Fe River that would capture the beauty and respect the power of the river and her teeming wildlife. The cabin design itself is a nod to the sublime gifts of nature: The views of majestic trees that seem to pierce the sky, the luminous light that shines through grand windows beneath soaring ceilings, the pageantry of wood species that comprise almost every surface of this unexpectedly nuanced home. Each piece of wood was personally curated and brought together in harmony like a wooden quilt. There's native cypress, basswood, hickory, cedar, oak, pine, lighter stump, and apart from a few chinaberry cabinets, much of the wood in the home was harvested from the property. Many wood pieces were collected over 35 years and have their own story - like the trim of the bedroom doors which was reclaimed from a 200-year-old dock submerged in the deep waters of the Savannah harbor; or the impressive front door with its beautiful stained-glass window bought at an antique auction house. The handmade door measures 39 by 93 inches and took four strong men to hang it; or the 3-D dual-star parquet piece set in the floor of the great room - a last-minute rescue from a stately home scheduled for demolition. A special aspect of the property is that the house is nestled on more than 10 acres of semi-wildness with 336 ft of beguiling riverbank, a rarity in today's increasingly crowded world. This property comprises two 5-acre lots, one of which is vacant and buildable. Imagine creating a riverfront compound to share with family and friends. This home lives large due to its distinctive design. It features two bedroom-suites, each with full baths, walk-in closets, and a private screened porch. The bedrooms are smartly positioned on opposite ends of the home with a great room in the middle. The commanding fireplace is made of Tennessee river rock with inlays of arrow heads and shark and wild boar teeth. The two glass sides of the fireplace were configured to heat the view deck that runs the length of the home, thus allowing you to lounge outside in comfort during North Florida's winters. There's also a room that combines a ¾ bathroom, laundry, and HVAC, and near the front door is an ADA-compliant elevator. A floating dock and a screened-in cabana adorn the 336 feet of riverfront. So, go on, indulge your playful side with swimming, boating, snorkeling, kayaking and the like. Or relax in peaceful quiet and fish from your dock. Or just meander through the winding trails of your private forest, breathing in the sweet river air. Of special note, there are airports, shopping, entertainment, and dining nearby. And from the deck of your elevated masterpiece of nature's finest wood, listen closely. You might hear the Santa Fe River whispering her soul-lifting secrets as she weaves the fabric of river life, and you begin your new story. Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Primary Bedroom).
Elementary School | High School |
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Branford Elementary School | Branford High School |
Price History | |
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7/31/2023 | Listed $1,195,000 |
1/31/2024 | 9% - $1,095,000 |
General Features
Interior Features | Accessibility Features,Built-in Features,Cathedral Ceiling(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Dumbwaiter,Eating Space In Kitchen,High Ceilings,Living Room/Dining Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,S |
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Sewer | PEP-Holding Tank,Septic Tank |
Heating | Central,Heat Pump,Propane |
Cooling | Central Air,Humidity Control |
Utilities | BB/HS Internet Available,Electricity Available,Electricity Connected,Phone Available,Propane,Street Lights,Underground Utilities,Water Connected |
Roof | Metal |
Appliances | Convection Oven,Dishwasher,Dryer,Freezer,Gas Water Heater,Ice Maker,Microwave,Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Filtration System,Water Purifier,Water Softener |
Exterior Features | Dog Run,French Doors,Lighting,Outdoor Shower,Rain Barrel/Cistern(s),Rain Gutters,Storage |
Zoning | SFR |
Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Rear Porch,Screened |
Architectural Style | Cabin,Elevated |
Security Features | Closed Circuit Camera(s),Fire Alarm,Security Gate,Security Lights,Security System,Security System Owned,Smoke Detector(s) |
Construction Materials | Log,Wood Frame |
Pets Allowed | Yes |
Year Built | 2013 |
View | Garden,Trees/Woods,Water |
Levels | One |
Property SubType | Single Family Residence |
Tax Year | 2022 |
Percent Ownership | Fee Simple |
Waterfront Features | River Front |
Community Features | Deed Restrictions,Horses Allowed |
Accessibility | Accessible Bedroom,Accessible Common Area,Accessible Doors,Accessible Elevator Installed,Accessible Entrance,Accessible Kitchen,Accessible Central Living Area,Exterior Wheelchair Lift |
County | Suwannee |
New Construction | No |
Property Type | Residential |
HOA / Comm Assn | No |
Energy Efficient | Appliances,HVAC,Insulation,Thermostat,Water Heater,Windows |
Subdivision Name | SANTA FE RIVER ESTATES |
Facing Direction | North |
Garage Y/N | No |
Green Indoor Air Quality | HVAC Filter MERV 8+,Moisture Control,No Smoking-Interior Buildg,No/Low VOC Cabinets/Counters,No/Low VOC Flooring,No/Low VOC Paint/Finish,Non Toxic Pest Control,Ventilation |
Other Structures | Cabana,Kennel/Dog Run,Outhouse,Shed(s),Storage |
Total Rooms | 13 |
Status | Active |
Directions | Coming from High Springs or Fort White stay on Highway 27 to US 129S,go east on 288th St,south on 53rd Dr,right (NOT left) on 292nd,property on left. Google maps directions are correct until the last |
High School | Branford High School |
City | BRANFORD |
Buyer Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Body of Water | Santa Fe River |
Senior Community Y/N | No |
MLS Area | 32008 - Branford |
Lot Size Square Feet | 445109 |
Private Pool | No |
Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
Carport Spaces | 2 |
Carport Y/N | Yes |
Street Name | 292nd |
Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,Private Financing Available |
Elementary School | Branford Elementary School |
Property Attached Y/N | Yes |
Tax Annual Amount | 2716 |
Property Condition | Completed |
Public Remarks | Welcome to The River House of Many Stories . A summer holiday visit to the log cabin of Abe Lincoln inspired a five-year-old boy,the owner,to one day build a home that expressed such strength and si |
Lease Considered Y/N | No |
Days on Market | 274 |
Builder Name | Doug Porch Construction |
Standard Status | Active |
Tax Lot | 2,3 |
Legal Description | LEG LOTS 2 & 3 SANTA FE RIVER EST ORB 618 P 13 & 14 WD YR 97 ORB 1847 P 341-42 WD YR 2015 ORB 2274 P 236-37 QCD YR 2021 |
Water View | River |
Water Access Type | Beach,River |
Additional Rooms | Inside Utility |
Interior Features
Flooring | Ceramic Tile,Parquet,Reclaimed Wood,Hardwood |
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Furnished Y/N | Furnished |
Fireplace Features | Gas,Living Room,Non Wood Burning,Outside,Stone,Ventless |
Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
Heating Y/N | Yes |
Window Features | Aluminum Frames,Double Pane Windows,Drapes,ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows,Impact Glass/Storm Windows,Insulated Windows,Shutters,Thermal Windows |
Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
Full Baths | 3 |
Half Baths | 1 |
Street Suffix | TERRACE |
Laundry Features | Inside,Laundry Room |
Total Bedrooms | 2 |
LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
Total Baths | 4 |
Living Area Units | Square Feet |
Exterior Features
Fencing | Barbed Wire,Fenced,Wire,Wood |
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Parking Features | Boat,Circular Driveway,Covered,Driveway,Golf Cart Parking,Ground Level,Off Street,Under Building |
Lot Features | Cul-De-Sac,FloodZone,Landscaped,Level,Oversized Lot,Private,Street Dead-End,Zoned for Horses |
Water Source | Private |
Lot Size Area | 10.2183 |
Foundation Details | Slab,Stilt/On Piling |
Building Area Total | 1272 |
Lot Size Acres | 10.22 |
Road Surface Type | Paved,Limerock |
Lot Size Units | Acres |
Covered Spaces | 2 |
Road Frontage Type | Street Dead-End,Street Paved |
Open Parking Y/N | Yes |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool