3851 Timucua Trail

Description

Exceptional 4/3 brick home, on a nearly half-acre lot, shaded by majestic oaks, has been thoughtfully upgraded to enhance value, comfort & fine living. It offers a one-of-a-kind outdoor living experience. Expansive yard space, spacious screened patio, wrap-around wooden deck, & a custom built Uruguayan/Argentinian asado grill, a centerpiece for gatherings, grilling, & creating unforgettable meals. The well-designed, spacious interior offers comfortable family living spaces, generously sized bedrooms, flex/formal areas & a well equipped kitchen, updated in beautiful neutral finishes. Oversized garage w/ storage, ample driveway space. Located in established Colony Cove neighborhood amid quiet tree-lined streets, well-maintained homes, lush lawns, mature trees. Easy access to major roadways, necessities, recreations, St. Johns River & downtown areas. Built for both gathering & entertaining, or relaxing & recharging, this home offers a wonderful retreat from the hectic pace of daily life! There's so much to love about this home! 1) Forget your standard backyard barbecues! This home's outdoor kitchen & Asado Grill was custom built in 2021 by a passionate asador, inspired by the time-honored open-fire cooking/grilling traditions of Uruguay & Argentina, to ensure an unmatched grilling experience. It is a chef's dream & a conversation piece that makes this home truly one-of-a-kind. - Traditional Firebrick Construction: Crafted with a mix of everlasting block & pumice Isokern at the heat areas for safety, durability and proper heat insulation, matching decorative brick on the exterior for a timeless look. - Adjustable Parrilla Grill System: The stainless steel grill allows for precision cooking, letting you raise and lower the grates to control heat exposure. - Open-Fire Grilling Over Wood or Charcoal: Designed for slow, flavorful cooking, the setup features a raised fireplace with stainless steel grill inserts and a chimney, creating the perfect conditions for grilling steaks, sausages, ribs, seafood, chicken, and even wood-fired pizzas. - Built-in Storage & Prep Area: A hardwood slab countertop provides ample space for food prep, while the built-in wood storage ensures you have fuel ready when needed. - Cold water Sink: the grilling station is complemented by a patio sink for easy cleanup This is more than a grill, it's an experience. Whether you're hosting a Sunday asado with friends, slow-roasting a bone-in ribeye, or tossing fresh dough onto the grates for a crispy wood-fired pizza, this setup turns any meal into a celebration. 2) Every renovation project in this home, done by the current owners, was done with long-term quality in mind, no quick fixes or shortcuts here. - Expanded & Reinforced Patio: The original circular patio was demolished and rebuilt to a larger 21x24 patio, with poured concrete footers/stem wall and premium pavers for durability. 3" Insulated Composite Roof & ceiling fans installed for added comfort. Heavy Gauge Bronze Aluminum Frame, upgraded panoramic expanded view screens that keeps nature in sight while keeping pests out. - Wraparound Wooden Deck: Designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living, the deck connects the patio to the backyard for effortless entertaining. - Updated patio roof: CertainTeed Flintastic commercial grade modified bitumen roofing over patio, color matched to the home's main roof for a cohesive, high-quality finish. - Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring: replaced all previously carpeted areas with LVP in 2019 for stylish look and low-maintenance living. All wet areas have existing tiled floors. - Full-House Water Filtration System: Enjoy clean, softened water with a salt-free filtration system, enhancing everyday convenience. - Living Room Upgrades: Recessed lighting and high-end ceiling fans elevate the space with modern comfort. - **NEW ROOF TO BE INSTALLED** 3) Additional improvements completed by previous owners: - Windows were replaced/upgraded to energy efficient double pane vinyl windows