18 San Rafael Court, PALM COAST, FL

About 18 San Rafael Court

Live Where Others Come to Vacation Discover refined and unique coastal living at Lakeside at Matanzas Shores, an exceptional gated waterfront community positioned between the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. Resort-style amenities and private beach access come together in a location that is extraordinarily difficult to replicate—especially at this price point. This beautifully updated, move-in-ready, three-bedroom, two-bath lakefront residence offers approximately 1,832 square feet, with a thoughtfully designed split floor plan, high ceilings, and effortless indoor-outdoor Florida living. Recent improvements include new interior and exterior paint, wood floors in bedrooms, granite countertops, and a fully remodeled guest bathroom. The primary suite is a private waterfront sanctuary. Sliding glass doors open to the serene screened patio and frame captivating lake views. A huge walk-in closet provides exceptional storage, while the oversized, spa-inspired ensuite features double vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. The waterfront backyard is equally special. Step outside to your own private dock for fishing, relaxing, and birdwatching. Enjoy morning coffee while herons, egrets, and other Florida birds move across the water, or unwind in the evening surrounded by the peaceful lake setting. Beyond your backyard, scenic pathways lead through a remarkable 102-acre nature preserve to the community's private Intracoastal pier. Fish, watch birds and boats cruise the Matanzas River, kayak, paddleboard, or simply enjoy the natural beauty of Old Florida. The community continues oceanside with private beach access to a spectacular stretch of Atlantic coastline known for its distinctive coquina rock formations. Enjoy the oceanfront clubhouse and heated pool, then spend the afternoon on the beach with the Atlantic as your playground. Resort-style amenities include multiple swimming pools, golf, tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, walking and biking trails, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, Intracoastal access, clubhouse facilities, and private beach access. Located next to Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, the setting feels like a tropical destination. Enjoy the serenity of Palm Coast while being ideally positioned between historic St. Augustine and vibrant Daytona Beach. This exceptional coastal location puts an impressive variety of attractions, restaurants, waterfront dining, bars, entertainment, shopping, medical offices, and services within convenient reach. Spend the day exploring St. Augustine's historic attractions and dining scene, enjoy Daytona Beach's entertainment and shopping, then return home to the privacy and tranquility of your waterfront retreat. Additional features include concrete-block construction, generator hook up, interior and exterior professional painted 2026, HVAC replaced in 2021, water heater replaced in 2024, and Flood Zone X. This is more than a home. It is a destination.

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