This historic home, part of Fernandina Beach’s renowned “Four Sisters” built from the Egmont Hotel, beautifully blends timeless charm with modern luxury. Located just two blocks from downtown Fernandina Beach, this residence offers original wood floors, period crown moldings, and renovated bathrooms, along with a rare two-car garage. The home features a formal dining room, an eat-in kitchen equipped with a Sub-Zero fridge and Wolf gas cooktop, and spacious outdoor courtyard with double porches. Recently refreshed with new exterior paint and a metal roof, this elegant property is priced at $1,350,000. It stands as a unique piece of Fernandina’s storybook past, ideal for comfortable and sophisticated living.
Front Porch Entrance
Blue wooden siding framed by crisp white trim defines this charming front porch, creating a classic yet inviting American historic home feel. The porch railing features an eye-catching teardrop design adding unique architectural detail. Wicker chairs with soft blue cushions are arranged for comfortable outdoor seating, hinting at relaxed gatherings. Hanging planters with vibrant purple flowers contribute natural color and life. Gray-painted wooden steps and floorboard complement the overall palette. Two black lantern-style wall sconces flank a dark blue double-door entrance, enhancing the warm yet elegant aesthetic of the entryway.
Front Porch Seating
Wooden flooring painted in a muted gray sets a calm tone for this inviting front porch. The porch railing features a vintage design with elongated oval cutouts, painted crisp white to complement the gray floor. Wicker furniture with plush cushions in soft blue and pale green invites relaxation and cozy conversations. Hanging flower baskets add a touch of color overhead, enhancing the charm. The porch overlooks a quaint neighborhood street lined with palm trees and lush greenery, framed by a classic white picket fence that evokes a traditional American home ambiance. Ceiling fans provide a gentle breeze under the covered roof.
Garage Exterior and Driveway
The driveway leads to a detached garage with a prominent gabled roof and a large white paneled door. Both structures are clad in horizontal wood siding painted a muted blue, accented with bright white trim around the windows, door edges, and eaves. The home’s main building and the garage share this historic style, evoking a classic American cottage aesthetic. Small rectangular vents and decorative wood brackets add architectural interest. The concrete driveway shows some natural cracking and wear, bordered by white gravel and brick lattice foundations under the windows, blending aged charm with tidy maintenance. Surrounding greenery includes trees and a metal fence along one side.
Front Porch Seating
Spacious front porch with soft blue wooden siding and white trim around windows and door frame. Two wicker chairs with light cushions provide cozy seating areas. The floor is painted in a muted gray, complementing the overall cool-toned color palette. Traditional lantern-style black sconces flank the door, adding both historic charm and functional lighting. The door, painted a rich navy blue, contrasts elegantly with the lighter exterior while the ceiling is painted a pale blue, creating a serene atmosphere. Decorative railing detail enhances the classic Southern porch aesthetic, perfect for leisurely relaxation.
Covered Patio Seating
Outdoor space paved with red bricks anchors a round metal mesh table surrounded by a combination of four chairs with dark fabric and white frames, and thin wire-frame chairs. A solid wooden pergola with exposed natural timber supports overhead is topped with translucent roofing panels, allowing light while providing shade. A ceiling fan hangs centered under the pergola, enhancing airflow for comfort. The exterior of adjacent buildings is painted a soft blue with white trim framing windows and vents, complemented by potted plants and a wooden bench near lattice skirting. A covered grill stands ready for outdoor cooking.
Neighborhood Overview
An aerial view of a charming historic neighborhood near the waterfront, characterized by tightly clustered homes with metal roofs and wide porches. The homes display a mix of pastel and muted tones, blending soft blues, greens, and beiges that complement the lush greenery and mature trees lining the streets. Palm trees add a coastal flair to the residential streetscape. The layout evokes a sense of community with sidewalks and manicured landscaping. The distant waterfront and harbor filled with sailboats contribute to the scenic and serene atmosphere typical of a quaint seaside town.
Entryway Details
Warm wood floors lead to a solid twin-door entrance framed by large sidelights and a transom window, allowing natural light to flood in. Walls are covered in a textured light gray wallpaper, complementing the white trim and baseboards that outline the space crisply. A rustic wood sideboard with a dark marble top stands beneath an oversized round mirror with a unique textured frame. Decorative accents include a white ceramic vase on the floor, a leafy orchid plant, a modern chrome lamp, and layered rugs—one with a muted red geometric pattern and another resembling an animal hide, adding character and warmth.
Entry Hallway Details
The hallway features warm, polished hardwood floors complemented by an intricate red and cream area rug with geometric patterns. Soft gray textured walls are contrasted by crisp white trim and door casings, giving a refined historic charm. A vintage wooden console with detailed woodgrain sits beneath an ornate, distressed white-framed oval mirror. A sleek modern table lamp adds a subtle contemporary touch. Above one doorway, a mounted wooden fish sculpture adds character and whimsy. The view includes elegant adjoining rooms: a formal dining area with patterned upholstered chairs and a deep blue accent wall, and a cozy sitting room beyond, blending classic and casual styles.
Living Room Details
Soft beige walls framed by crisp white trim and chair rails create a gentle, inviting ambiance in this living room. Warm hardwood floors extend throughout, balancing the muted palette with rich, natural tones. Seating includes a plush brown velvet armchair and a neutral-toned sofa accented by pillows, centered around a sturdy wooden coffee table that doubles as storage. An ornate wooden bar cart laden with glassware and bottles adds vintage charm. Artworks with splash of color adorn the walls. Open doorways reveal glimpses of an entry foyer with wooden doors and an adjacent sitting area, enhancing the airy, connected feel.
Living Room Details
The living room exhibits a cozy yet refined ambiance with soft, neutral walls complemented by white trim and molding. Two large windows with white blinds allow ample natural light, brightening the space. A comfortable gray sofa is paired with two plush brown swivel chairs that offer a vintage touch. The centerpiece is a solid wood trunk serving as a coffee table, adorned with a decorative planter. A large area rug with muted earthy tones anchors the seating area. Elegant shelving units against the wall display books, decorative objects, and framed art, blending modern and classic styles. Two standing lamps provide warm lighting while a unique circular chandelier hangs overhead, completing the sophisticated aesthetic.
Dining Room with Fireplace
Deep blue walls provide a rich backdrop for this elegant dining room, accentuated by crisp white trim and crown molding. A large, dark wood dining table anchors the space, surrounded by upholstered chairs in a modern gray and white abstract pattern. Natural light streams through tall double-hung windows, illuminating a collection of framed bird prints arranged symmetrically around the room. The corner fireplace with a wooden mantel adds warmth and historic charm, complemented by two white ceramic vases. Above the mantel, a colorful abstract painting introduces vibrant hues, while a classic brass chandelier with layered shades hangs overhead. The polished hardwood floors and a patterned area rug complete the inviting, refined atmosphere.
Living Room Seating Area
The room is painted in a soft, neutral warm white tone that enhances natural light from two large windows with horizontal blinds. A patterned upholstered sofa with muted blue and gray tones anchors the seating area, complemented by olive green and beige throw pillows for subtle contrast. Two vintage-style mustard brown velvet armchairs each feature a blue-striped lumbar cushion. A mid-century modern round marble coffee table with wooden legs sits on a rich, intricate Persian rug in deep red and black hues. Abstract blue and gray artwork hangs above the chairs, while table lamps with elegant ceramic bases add warm lighting. A potted plant brings a touch of nature to the clean, stylish composition.
Living Room Seating Area
Warm wood tones define the antique fireplace mantel topped with a modern flat-screen TV. The fireplace’s aged brick and brass fireplace screen add vintage charm. A patterned blue and white upholstered sofa set against two tall windows with white blinds brightens the room. Green accent pillows introduce a subtle pop of color, balanced by a rich, red and orange Persian-style rug beneath a sleek round marble coffee table with wooden tapered legs. Natural light floods in through wooden double doors leading to a sunlit adjoining room painted in deep blue, enriching the historic ambiance.
Kitchen Dining Area
Dark cabinetry with traditional raised panel doors contrasts sharply with white countertops and backsplash in this spacious kitchen. A large stainless steel refrigerator and professional-grade stove under a dramatic black range hood add modern touches. The dining area centers a round marble table surrounded by four patterned upholstered chairs, blending contemporary and classic styles. Hardwood floors with rich warm tones run throughout, complementing the crisp white walls and ceiling. A large pendant light with an intricate circular design hangs above the table, adding elegance and ambient lighting. The window above the sink features a valance with a floral motif, bringing subtle color and softness to the space.
Kitchen Dining Area
The kitchen combines modern elegance with classic warmth, featuring black cabinetry that contrasts beautifully with the polished hardwood floors. Stainless steel appliances, including a professional-grade gas stove, are integrated seamlessly into the black lower and upper cabinets. A round marble table surrounded by four upholstered chairs with a geometric pattern occupies the center, creating an inviting dining nook. The white walls and ceiling keep the space bright, accented by a large, intricate chandelier above the table and a pendant light over the window sink. Natural light filters in through the window, adding to the room’s fresh atmosphere.
Cozy Sitting Area
A small cozy seating niche painted in a soft muted teal blue creates a calming atmosphere. A cushioned loveseat upholstered with a subtle patterned fabric in matching shades offers comfort, accented with striped and pale pink throw pillows. Above the loveseat, six framed botanical prints in elegant gold frames add a touch of vintage charm and color contrast. A unique two-sided hanging lamp with a cylindrical patterned shade, suspended by a thick rope from the ceiling, adds a creative focal point. Through an open doorway, a glimpse of a dining area reveals warm wooden floors and sophisticated patterned chairs around a small round table, blending classic and contemporary elements.
Bathroom with Vintage Charm
Clawfoot bathtub with white tile surround and a simple white shower curtain contrasts against walls covered in bird-themed wallpaper, adding a whimsical touch. Black trim tiles create a striking border above the white tiles that run halfway up the wall. The floor features hexagonal black and white tiles, enhancing vintage appeal. A white pedestal sink and classic toilet complete the space, complemented by a small window with plantation shutters and a woven roman shade allowing natural light with views of palm trees outside. Open shelving holds neatly folded towels and toiletries, combining function with style. Brass sconces with globe bulbs add old-world character paired with modern convenience.
Laundry Room Details
Two modern, metallic gray Whirlpool appliances—a washer and dryer—are positioned side by side beneath white wire shelving mounted on a soft sage green wall. Large double-hung windows framed with crisp white trim bring natural light into the space, contrasting softly with the muted green walls. The windows overlook an exterior view of a traditional gray clapboard-sided building with small, gridded windows and a white picket fence below. A patterned black-and-white rug adds texture and visual interest against the warm wooden floor, enhancing the room’s clean, practical yet inviting aesthetic.
Entryway and Staircase
Bright and welcoming entryway with polished hardwood floors and classic white-trimmed walls covered in textured wallpaper. The wooden double front doors feature glass panels, allowing natural light to flood in, complemented by tall windows with white frames that provide views of lush greenery outside. A grand staircase with white balusters and a polished dark wood handrail ascends to the upper floor, adding traditional elegance. An ornate chandelier with gold and crystal accents hangs from the high ceiling, enhancing the historic charm. Two uniquely shaped rugs, one patterned and one resembling an animal’s silhouette, add character to the space. Green potted plants near the windows introduce fresh, organic elements.
Master Bedroom Details
Deep blue walls create a soothing backdrop for the elegant four-poster bed made of dark wood, topped with a mix of floral and neutral throw pillows. Flanking the bed are white nightstands with semi-transparent drawer fronts, each holding an ornate blue ceramic lamp with rich burgundy shades, adding vibrant color and texture. Two large windows with white trim allow natural light to flood the space, partially covered by traditional white blinds. A light, patterned area rug lies on honey-toned hardwood floors. A tall potted plant brings a touch of greenery, enhancing the room’s calm, refined ambiance.
Living Room Seating Area
A cozy living room corner with soft blue walls and white trim contrasts nicely with the warm, polished wood floors. Two striped armchairs flank a vintage, oval wooden coffee table with iron legs, placed on a subtly patterned beige area rug. A dark wooden console table against the wall holds a traditional ceramic lamp with a pleated shade beneath framed artwork. Large windows with white blinds let in natural light, enhancing the relaxed, inviting ambiance. Adjacent room visible through a large doorway reveals a bed with a dark wood four-poster frame and further furnishing, adding depth to this serene domestic scene.
Front Porch View
Spacious front porch with classic wooden railing painted white, featuring an intricate teardrop pattern design. The floor is composed of wide wooden planks painted soft gray. Wicker chairs with cushioned seats add a cozy seating area. Decorative brackets reinforce the porch roof beams, painted in light gray with dark gray accents for a subtle touch. Tall palm trees and lush greenery are visible beyond the porch, with a glimpse of a neighboring historic home showcasing ornate blue and white exterior details. American and Danish flags add patriotic charm against the bright blue sky.
Bathroom Vanity and Door
A bathroom corner with a white rectangular sink mounted on a soft blue vanity cabinet featuring a single wooden knob. Above the sink hangs an ornately carved wooden mirror with a golden trim, reflecting geometric blue and white wallpaper. The wall has white square tiles halfway up, topped with a black accent tile strip. A vintage-style wall sconce light fixture with a brass base and cylindrical frosted glass shade is mounted beside the mirror. The wooden door displays rich grain tones and classic paneling, leading toward a hallway with polished hardwood floors. A glass-enclosed shower with a black-and-white tiled floor is visible with a turquoise ceramic stool inside, adding a pop of color.
Bathroom Corner
The space contains a classic freestanding bathtub with brass fixtures next to a traditional white toilet topped with a small green plant and a cup. Black and white hexagonal tiles cover the floor, creating a striking vintage pattern. White square tiles with a black tile border cover the lower half of the walls, contrasting against a textured, patterned wallpaper in shades of blue and white adorning the upper wall space. Two large windows with black frames feature simple cream-colored curtains, allowing soft natural light to filter in. Four small framed pictures hang on one wall, adding an artistic touch while maintaining an overall calm, vintage aesthetic.
Bedroom with Balcony
A serene bedroom painted in soft white tones creating an airy and bright ambiance. A classic wooden bed with turned posts anchors the space, dressed in neutral bed linens and checkered throw pillows and blanket adding subtle pattern and warmth. Matching wooden nightstands flank the bed, topped with tall glass lamps featuring warm yellow shades that cast a cozy glow. A painting of white flowers in a blue vase adds a gentle splash of color above the bed. A door opens to a small balcony with white ornate railing, inviting fresh air and views of greenery outside. Hardwood floors and a natural fiber rug complete the room’s historic charm mixed with understated modern comfort.
Listing Agent: Jenny Schaffer of SUMMER HOUSE REALTY via Zillow
