2720 BLACKSHEAR AVE, Pensacola, FL 32503 listing details

This truly amazing East Hill waterfront home is situated on nearly an acre (.98), giving 120' of waterfront property which is larger than most lots in the area. Prestigious Blackshear Avenue is a much sought after waterfront location due to its beauty, upscale and newer homes, and great neighbors. This five bedroom, four and half bath home's exterior is created from authentic antique brick from a very old church in Mississippi. Comfort and elegance are found in the 4,900 sq ft of living space on the main floor and second floor, expanding to a 900+ sqft basement which is heated and cooled and adjoins a spacious two car garage plus a gardening room and full bath. The spacious foyer with a mint-condition parquet floor opens through a hand-crafted archway into a gorgeous panoramic view of the bayou through a large French curved window. This view is easily the focal point as the curved staircase is to the left of the foyer. The spacious 18x23 living room features a beautiful arched entrance, fireplace, extensive crown molding, 9'4" ceilings, and hardwood floors. The same hand-crafted arch is duplicated at the front door. The fine mill-work is seen throughout the house, setting it apart as one of East Hill's finest. The hardwood floors are continued throughout the right wing of the house which includes the formal dining room just to the right of the foyer, kitchen, and family room. The dining room measures 16x13 and includes an exquisite hand-crafted, open shelved hutch with beautiful detailing. Through a swinging door the 13x29 kitchen is accessed with a waterfront view in the eating area. The spacious kitchen has plenty of counter and cabinet space and includes an island. The doorway from the kitchen into the family room could be expanded to give an open concept. The family room is set apart with beautiful South American paneling, fireplace, built-in bookcases and cabinets on either side of a large picture window, giving lovely water front viewing. Just to the left of the foyer is the left wing is an attractive half bath and a parquet floor. The rest of the wing is carpeted. Following is a den or office with beautiful wood accent and built-in bookcase and cabinet and closet. From here a hallway leads to the private 17x16 master bedroom with a large bay window giving more enjoyment of the waterfront. There is a walk-in closet area, split double vanities, including one with a seated area. The den next to the master could be an office or nursery or even opened up to make a larger master suite. Upstairs are four bedrooms and two baths, including one bedroom having its own bath. There is the capability of adding another bath to one of the bedrooms. Lovely views of the bayou are found in two of the bedrooms. A large laundry room is at the end of the hallway and includes built-in cabinets, two storage areas and access to a balcony with a lovely view of the water and a place to enjoy sunny days. From the laundry room is a second enclosed stairway leading into the family room. There is ample storage throughout the house, not to mention the three rooms in the basement. When you go to the basement area, look up and notice the pre-stressed concrete floor above you -- few new homes on the bayou today are as well built as this home! From the brick exterior to the solid construction, the craftsmanship in the wood work, quality building materials and the nearly full acre with 120 feet on the water all set this home apart.