262 Sophia Terrace Saint Augustine, FL 32095

Very private 5bd/3.5ba, 3604 sq.ft family home located in the prestigious Trellis Park section of Palencia. The backyard features a professionally designed putting green with chipping area and a screened lanai with pool and spa backing to preserve and the 6th tee box of the Palencia golf course. A long and winding driveway with a canopy of mature trees protects the home from street views. The home is custom built with a unique floor plan that lends itself to numerous options to suit many types of families. From the moment you step through the front door, you will be amazed by the views through floor to ceiling windows in the sunken-in entrance with 12' high ceilings, extra large crown molding, and wainscoting. A beautiful entrance for formal living room or dining room. The 12' ceilings, crown molding and grand windows flow through to the breakfast nook and
living area with gas fireplace. Have your morning coffee looking out over the screened lanai,
pool, spa to the preserve, pine forest, and golf course. The restful 1st floor master suite has
separate his and her walk-in closets, trey ceilings, and pool and lanai access. Sink into the
jetted garden tub in the master bath after a long day on the golf course or tennis courts. The
opposite side of the first floor has two bedrooms with a shared playroom and bathroom with dual
sinks plus an office area with built-in desk, perfect for doing homework or crafts. The open
kitchen features granite countertops, breakfast bar, plenty of cabinetry, island and walk in pantry
with wine cabinet. Upstairs has two bedrooms, full bathroom, and a large living area. It's a great
space for a home office, game area, teenager retreat or private guest quarters. This open and
airy top floor has 10' ceilings, an abundance of windows for natural light and a balcony to look
out to the forest and golf course. The home features pre-wired audio, a 3 car garage with entry
to the mud room and large laundry room. All of this on a 3/4 of an acre in the family friendly
community of Palencia which is zoned with A-rated schools. The bus stop is right at the end of
the driveway and a bike ride away from Palencia Elementary. Neighborhood amenities include a
state of the art fitness center, clay tennis courts, community pools (one with awesome slides),
jogging paths, forested wooden walkways, and boardwalk to the Intracoastal. The neighborhood
also has a new Publix shopping center, thriving town square with shops, a community
playground, baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts and a pavilion for picnics by the lake.
This home will bring family-friendly fun for years to come. Owner is a licensed FL Realtor.