437 Sophia TerraceSt. Augustine, FL 32095Sale Price: $975,000

Exquisitely appointed with opulent finishes and European flair, 437 Sophia Terrace reveals a true sense of formality and timeless appeal! You are welcomed by a winding paver driveway to this custom-built home, located within Mission Park, a pocket of luxury homes within the upscale community of Palencia. As you make your way inside the stately yet elegant entry your eye is immediately drawn through the sunlit foyer to the views of the water but there is so much more to see before you get there. Beautiful built-in's anchor the formal study & a double sided fireplace warms the room. The formal living room shares the fireplace and views of the 3-tier fountain make for a perfect backdrop as you gather with friends. A decorative gate serves as a tasteful accent between the formal living and family rooms. The great room was perfectly designed as an open entertaining area oriented to the pool and lake. Luxor cabinetry & an ample counter space give way for you to flex your culinary muscle and the wine bar keeps the vino close by. A wall of built in's center the family room, beautiful wood beams accent the tall ceilings and a bank of windows and glass doors allow light to filter in from the east. En-suite master overlooks the lake and has a peaceful sitting area accented by a mahogany ceiling inlay and gas fireplace. An enormous closet loaded with built-ins keep you organized and the spa bathroom makes morning easier to greet. The fitness room is on the opposite side and could easily double as a first floor guest suite. The great room, master and fitness room(Optional 5th Bedroom) open to the screened lanai, pool and outdoor fireplace and all overlook the lake to the east. Upstairs, bedrooms 2 & 3 are adjoined by a Jack & Jill bathroom while bedroom 4 is en-suite. With golf, tennis, pools & miles of nature trails in the community and an elementary school, sports fields, playgrounds, restaurants and shopping at the entrance of the community, you will find it easy to call Palencia your home.