Riverfront Estate

LUXURY LIVING ALONG THE ST. JOHNS RIVER

The Mediterranean-style Riverfront Estate is located in St. Nicholas in Jacksonville. St. Nicholas, with its rich history dating back to the 1940s, is predominantly known for homes built in the 1960s and 1970s. When a local businessman’s home succumbed to fire, he sought the assistance of John Merrill Homes for a fresh start. 

The custom-designed and built Riverfront Estate, situated along the picturesque St. Johns River, brings an air of sophistication and contemporary flair to this well-established community.

Location: St. Nicholas, Jacksonville
Completed: 2017

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This riverfront property is an entertainer’s dream. The homeowner frequently hosts business associates and clients, and the house was designed to cater to these needs. It offers spacious living areas and a large game room upstairs, complete with a poker table, chairs, and a bar, all opening onto a balcony.

The home’s ambience is enhanced by four Isokern fireplaces, crafted from the purest pumice extracted from Iceland’s Mt. Hekla volcano. The homeowner selected this special detail because it’s the safest, most energy-efficient material on earth.

An outdoor kitchen featuring Naturekast cabinetry offers both the appearance of wood and the durability of polymer, resistant to moisture and outdoor elements.

Inside, a hidden pantry next to the kitchen oven opens to reveal a full second kitchen with a dishwasher, refrigerator, sink, and additional storage space.

Unique design features include the quarter-meet sliding glass door in the casual dining room, where the doors meet on an outside corner, eliminating boundaries and creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection.

The home’s outdoor space is further enhanced by a screen enclosure covering the pool and deck, allowing for uninterrupted enjoyment while providing stunning river views.

The back yard offers views of the Everbank Stadium, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the iconic Mathews Bridge, a cantilever bridge that spans the St. Johns River and connects downtown Jacksonville to Arlington. With a history dating back to 1953 and a notable maroon paint job in honor of the Jacksonville Bulls, the bridge adds to the picturesque panorama enjoyed from the Riverfront Estate.