Tucked along the tranquil banks of the St. Johns River, 140 Monterey Bay Lane is an extensively restored Riverfront Estate that is an exquisite blend of elegance and privacy. This custom-built home rests in a quiet sophistication between two rapidly expanding towns, and is just ten minutes from the newly opened First Coast Expressway, providing access to the historic charm of St. Augustine and the coastal beauty of Florida’s beaches. An impressive three-story, 6-bedroom, 6-bath home with elevator access to all levels – spans 6,780 square feet and offers abundant storage throughout. Designed for entertaining, the resort-style amenities include a sprawling heated pool with a bridge and dual waterfalls, a brand-new summer kitchen, and a covered outdoor patio, all nestled on more than 3.8 beautifully landscaped acres. Complete with first floor apartment suite, a 2000+ sq ft RV and Boat Garage, and over 2000 sq ft of river dockage. Soaring 28-foot tongue-and-groove ceilings and shiplap walls highlight the entire home, while 16-foot wide fully retracting sliding glass doors plus a wall of windows above offer panoramic river views and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Custom millwork, walnut hardwood flooring, integrated surround sound, floor electrical ports, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace combine beauty and function. The chef’s kitchen is designed for effortless entertaining with built-in Thermador and Miele appliances. An oversized-level 5 granite island anchors the space, surrounded by beautiful and functional custom cabinetry. A U-Line wine fridge at the built-in bar with wine rack and additional storage, along with a spacious walk-in pantry with counter plugs and adjustable shelving complete the ensemble. The luxurious owner’s suite is a spa-like sanctuary, complete with a steam shower, Kohler 12 head full body shower system, overflow Kohler 12 jet hydrotherapy tub for two, Majestic LP gas fireplace, and a custom walk-in closet. Whole house is powered by an updated Crestron smart home system via mobile app and handheld remotes with custom room-by-room audio. Additional features include flawless Starlink internet, and three American Signature HVAC systems. Isonene insulation, a whole-home surge protector, and a 21kW Briggs & Stratton auto-on generator ensure efficiency and peace of mind.
Additional highlights include:
Executive office with custom walnut cabinetry, walls, ceiling and floors
Residential elevator with safety phone & shiplap walls
Spacious gym with cork floors and mirrored wall
Laundry center with second-floor chute and custom built-ins
Unique river bunk room
Fully appointed first floor apartment suite with KitchenAid appliances and copper farmhouse sink
2000 sqft RV/boat/shop garage with full power and designated 50-amp service
Outdoors, indulge in a private 30,000-gallon saltwater pool with pedestrian bridge, waterfall, grotto, and 8-foot circular pebble lined spaall managed by Jandy’s AquaLink smart pool system. Entertain year-round with 2 screened porches, new summer kitchen, eight outdoor ceiling fans, updated lighting, an outdoor shower, and patio TV.
Dock includes a 1050 sqft floating platform with two gangways, Jet ski ports, pontoon berth, fishing boat slip, (all Wave Armor) water, electric, fish cleaning station, attached storage bins, and solar dock lighting complete the setup. Recent enhancements include full walkway and dock floor stripped and resealed/stained, new pier wraps, and LED lighting upgrades.