Enjoy total privacy in this pristine, updated second-floor residence that truly feels like living in a treehouse. Light, airy, and coastal in style, this 3BR/2BA home features 9' ceilings, crown molding in main areas, and upgraded fans and lighting throughout. The open living and dining space flows to two screened porches - one overlooking a tranquil marsh and pond with fountains, the other shaded by mature trees. The kitchen offers stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, tile backsplash with under-cabinet lighting, breakfast bar, and stainless sink with new faucet. The spacious owner's suite enjoys pond and preserve views from both the bedroom and private lanai, plus a walk-in closet and refreshed bath with dual sinks, soaking tub/shower, and private water closet. Two guest bedrooms and a full bath are privately located up front - one with its own screened porch. At Vista Cove, you're stepping into a relaxed coastal lifestyle where the beach meets history! Vista Cove is a beautifully planned, pet-friendly waterfront community spanning 67 lush acres with over half a mile of frontage along the San Sebastian River. Residents enjoy a newly renovated clubhouse perfect for gatherings, a large resort-style pool, hot spa, cabana restrooms, and covered and open patios ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The community offers an elegant atrium entry, card and activity room, library, and on-site management, while the west side features a fully equipped fitness center with a heated pool and comfortable cabana. A rare and highly valued amenity - free RV and boat storage for residents - adds to the appeal. Scenic ponds, lakes, and marshes wind throughout the neighborhood, attracting abundant wildlife and creating a serene, natural setting. Nature paths, boardwalks, and a stunning riverfront pier provide perfect spots for fishing or taking in views of the St. Augustine skyline and The Great Cross. Just steps away, Tom Pomar Park offers a athletic fields, dog park, picnic shelter, and cookout area. Vista Cove has been thoughtfully refreshed with new fiber-optic internet, updated roofs, and fresh exterior paint throughout. Ideally located minutes from Historic St. Augustine and just 30 minutes from Jacksonville, residents enjoy easy access to 42 miles of pristine Atlantic beaches, much of them preserved by parks and natural dunes. At Vista Cove, you're not just buying a home - you're stepping into a relaxed coastal lifestyle where the beach meets history.