6401 Madison St, Saint Augustine, FL 32080 listing details

Everything about this colorful cottage says "laid back island living!" Set back nicely from the street at the end of the long drive, the first thing that catches your eye is the great upstairs deck that wraps around the front and south side of the house. With eastern and southern exposures it's a private outdoor perch where you can watch the sun come up over the trees, get your daily dose of Vitamin D over a cup of coffee and when the wind is right you might even hear the ocean calling you. Main living is upstairs where the bright Caribbean blue walls complement the white trim and the a...bundant sunshine floods the gathering room with natural light. Arrange the furniture any way you wish as the openness of the space allows you a wide measure of creativity. Most of the year the French doors to the deck will be open and your living space will move seamlessly indoors and out. A comfortable en-suite master is tucked in the northwest corner so you don't have to wake with the sunrise. Take the red spiral stairs down and you'll find another sunny place to gather - the 18' x 9' Florida room opens to a pavered patio with a pergola waiting for someone to plant jasmine around it. The patio extends to the front of the house where you can catch a bit of shade. Two bedrooms and a full bath complete the first floor and the arrangement makes it easy to give family and friends more privacy as each floor has its own living area and entrance. Out back there's a large shed (23'3 x 11'4) with a generous screened porch attached so you can work on your outdoor hobbies in comfort. A covered lean-to can accommodate your kayaks and boards since they'll be in regular use if you live here. A healthy mix of sun and shade offers your green thumb a chance to flex its muscle so start planning your spring garden now. If you want more space the vacant lot next door is available separately. So much is so close - the beach, the grocery store, too many eateries to count and interesting shops just north at St Augustine Beach. If your passions are to enjoy the great outdoors with all its activities and you happily adopt the "less is more" attitude, we think you'll like it here. Show more