516 Ne 4th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601

Property Description

Welcome to the lovely Duckpond neighborhood! Just steps from the Thomas Center gardens and events. Enter this stately historic home-- built in 1913 --through a huge foyer featuring a standout architectural staircase, seating area and coat closet. This well-maintained beauty has an abundance of original features such as heart pine floors throughout, nearly 10 foot ceilings, stylish solid wood wainscoting , useful built-ins, and 5 functional fireplaces, two with gas inserts and three wood burning. Several gorgeous stained glass windows accent the home. Bright modern kitchen with a fantastic coffered ceiling to complement spectacular quartz counters and abundant cherry cabinets and walk-in pantry. Crown molding and 12 inch baseboards support a visual cohesiveness throughout. Four bedrooms, each with multiple large windows that let in plenty of light, two and a half updated bathrooms, an on demand water heater, two HVAC systems, two refrigerators, washer/dryer, a fabulous private sleeping porch, and detached garage. Full attic on 3rd floor that has new insulation and AUTOMATIC attic stairs. Spend time on the substantial open front porch or opt for more privacy out back on the 27 foot screened lanai with plenty of dining space and a heated dipping pool/spa. Artistic wrought iron fencing and large established flowering trees and bushes with sitting areas welcome you home on this quiet street just blocks from downtown and UF.