603 Stafford Ln, Saint Augustine, FL 32086

603 Stafford Lane, located near the banks of the intracoastal waterway in the highly coveted Vaill Point community, is your best opportunity to own a slice of paradise in the Nation’s Oldest City. Situated on an estate sized lot exceeding half an acre, this exceptional pool home is nestled under a canopy of oak and Spanish moss ~ an idyllic, picturesque Old Florida retreat.    Constructed with durability and security in mind, this residence is built like a fortress; boasting the highest elevation on the street, foam concrete block construction, metal shingle roof, full-house water filtration, brand new Generac and a secure safe room. With 5 bedrooms, a dedicated office, formal dining room and bonus gym or theatre room, there is ample interior space for living and entertaining. Thoughtfully maintained and updated inside and out, notable interior features include brand-new kitchen appliances, sparkling granite countertops, modern tile backsplash, freshly painted cabinets, wet bar, wine cooler, hardwood flooring and more.    The exterior living area is equally impressive with a screened lanai, heated saltwater pool, hot tub, covered outdoor kitchen, fire pit, chicken coop and raised garden beds. Within the fully-fenced yard lies a beautifully nurtured butterfly garden of bamboo, palms, bird of paradise, hibiscus, passion vine, pineapple, avocado and citrus trees.    Recent functional updates include resurfaced and replumbed pool with new pool equipment, a new well for pool and irrigation, vinyl fence, tankless water heater, HVAC (2018), garbage compactor, reverse osmosis and water softener. With an abundance of closets and a sprawling 3-car garage, there’s plenty of room for storage, and the oversized driveway with RV hookup is the perfect place to park your toys without the restrictions of an HOA.    Ideally located close to shopping, restaurants, Historic Downtown and the beaches, 603 Stafford Ln offers a perfect blend of private quietude and urban accessibility. Nothing compares.