5540 Datil Pepper RoadSt. Augustine, FL 32086Price: $540,000

Elevated Coastal Living: 1-Acre Oasis with No HOA! Experience the ultimate Florida lifestyle in this custom-built, high-and-dry retreat just 10 minutes from St. Augustine's pristine beaches. Open Rural. Perched 10.5 feet above the ground, this modern home offers unparalleled peace of mind, sweeping nature views, and refreshing coastal breezes. Inside, the bright 3BR/2BA open-concept floor plan features 9-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a chef's kitchen with quartz countertops and gas cooking. Accessibility is effortless thanks to a private elevator--perfect for groceries, luggage, or rainy days. Relax on your 320 sq. ft. screened back porch or enjoy the ''blank canvas'' ground level, ideal for boat storage, a workshop, or future living space. With a metal roof, foam insulation, and No hoa or cdd fees, this is sustainable country tranquility in a prime beachside location. The Highlights: Elevated Living: Built 10.5' up for views, breezes, and massive covered storage/parking below. Modern Comfort: Gourmet kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, quartz surfaces, and stainless Whirlpool appliances. Easy Access: Private elevator included! New Composite decking - front porch (2025) and Sunshades for front porch. The Land: The 1-acre lot features a crushed limestone driveway, native landscaping with fruiting trees, and an industrial-grade storage suite: a 20'x 8' shipping container, a 20'x 10' Handi-house, and a 7'x 7' Rubbermaid shed. Water Heating: Rinnai On-Demand Tankless system for endless hot water and energy conservation. Cooking/Gas: Homeowner-owned propane tank servicing the gas range and water heater. Water Quality: Carbon block filtration system for purified drinking water and low-flush toilets for water conservation. Storm Readiness: Seamless aluminum rain gutters with Bulldog SS screens and underground emitters to direct rainwater away from the foundation. Infrastructure: Fully underground utilities (electric, water, cable) to ensure aesthetic clarity. Efficiency: Low-cost ownership (Foam insulation + Metal roof + No HOA = low monthly overhead). Private Elevator and The "Secret" Space: 2,000+ sq. ft. of shaded, multi-purpose ground-level space."