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A true backyard oasis! Circa 1926. Over an acre in Florida. $299,900

September 10, 2024

A true backyard oasis! I love that front door and the bar is cool. The house was built in 1926. It is located on 1.24 acres in Pomona Park, Florida. The star of this house is the backyard! The house features a beautiful front door, a covered front porch, hardwood floors and nice light fixtures. The property has beautiful old trees, a koi pond, backyard sitting areas, outdoor kitchen area, fruit trees and a greenhouse. Two bedrooms, one bathroom and 1,042 square feet. $299,900

Contact Traci Hutchinson with St. Johns Realty and Management: 386-972-0394

From the Zillow listing:

 

ONE OF A KIND…….this property has been upgraded and upkept with great care, intending for it to be a forever OASIS!! This corner lot is a special, tropical retreat to your very own peace and quiet. As soon as you enter the property, greenery catches the eye everywhere, fully fenced and private with lots of additional privacy provided by the edible plants throughout. Walking through the hand made canopy/trellis leads you to this uniquely styled home with enchanted cottage feels. The front room opens up nicely into a dining area with a side door access leading to a ”dog house area” or mudroom. The primary suite has its own bathroom, walk-in closet and a stunning hand carved door leading to the attached greenhouse. Plenty of space with two more bedrooms and a 2nd bathroom (contrary to public records showing 2/1). Additional storage with one of the rooms having a walk-in closet room with windows. Leading further into the home is more magic with an updated kitchen and entertainment space, remodeled cabinetry gives tons of countertop space and a cozy cabin in the woods feeling. This gorgeous and functional kitchen enables you to easily entertain your guests while they relax in the sophisticated bar area. Even more relaxation flows into the attached greenhouse with a peaceful Koi and goldfish pond. Follow the greenery through to an outdoor enclosed kitchen with a commercial grade stove!! Authentic second outdoor kitchen at the back corner of the property with edible plants and established fruit trees throughout. Hand built canopies and established gardening beds with irrigation!! Handcrafted furniture throughout the home conveys along with 2 attached greenhouses filled to the brim with plants. Every inch of this property shows the love and cultivation put into it, giving nothing short of fairy-tale vibes. Start your home food forest adventure today!! Additional amenities: 60′ deep water well with large holding tank Electric hookup for RV Garage and workshop have electric and water Detached cement block garden shed with electric (5) Indian runner ducks for organic pest control (convey) Both sunrooms have polycarbonate roofs and walls Stand up storage attic Approximately 90% underground irrigation with many spigots (3) tub stainless steel potting table sink Front sunroom/greenhouse with electric and water

 

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