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18th Century in Christiansted, St. Croix, Virgin Islands

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Added to OHD on 11/21/21   -   Last OHD Update: 7/25/22

Rem & 155 Castle Coakley Queen, Christiansted, VI 00820

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  • 5 Bed
  • 5 Bath
  • 5.75 Ac.
Step back a few centuries in time to this beautiful restored mid 18th century property. Located center island it is situated on just under six manicured acres full of lush mahogany trees. The possibility for this property are limitless. A private residence, vacation villas or the perfect location for an events venue. This historic Caribbean home has not only one but two sugarmill windmills. A rarity in the Caribbean. Each with its own uniquely designed underground tunnel systems. Strategically placed in the 1700s to capitalize on the phenomenal breezes. They are surrounded by stonework walls and ruins and a remarkable 90 foot underground stonework cistern. The original main house of 1771 ft.² consist of a totally remodeled spacious kitchen, formal dining room, sitting room, two bedrooms and a totally remodeled bath. A late 1940s wing addition measuring 760 ft.² consists of a remodeled kitchenette/living area, bedroom and totally remodeled bath. An entry hall connects two spacious outdoor living areas. To the East is an early 1950s addition of a covered open 1149 ft.² gallery which wraps around the house on the North and the East. With its heavenly breezes it overlooks a circular "secret garden" sweet lime hedge. To the West is a newly constructed covered open entrance gallery with its grand staircase. It is joined with a newly constructed open 560 ft.² veranda. Under the shade of a banyan tree you have vista views of the islands hillsides and mountains along with the Sugarmill Windmill ruins. A newly constructed covered open entrance gallery on the South also also joins the veranda. It has been a loving seven-year restoration of the home undertaken by its current owner. Quite evident in details taken both cosmetically and functionally from every vantage point. You will feel as though you're in another time gone by but with all the comforts of todays modern conveniences. Perfect for entertaining with plenty of space. From overnight guest to small private parties or even grand special events. The home is adorned with furniture commensurate with a period of the homes original grandeur. Resplendent with six chandeliers along with six ceiling mounted oscillating fans. All is included in the list price. Combined lower levels of the home provide 1094 ft.² of storage. One area was once designated as an apartment and could be re-converted. A garage measuring 380 ft.² is on the lower level of the veranda. Off the veranda to the South is an attached 170 ft.² enclosed generator/storage room. It holds a whole house Tradewinds 27.5 KW diesel generator. Just to the West of the main house is an outdoor shower house. Also on the property is a 768 ft.² storage shed. The carriage house converted guesthouse measures 1224 ft.². It has an additional 165 ft.² outdoor concrete patio area. The two bedroom two bath home needs interior renovations to meet your specific needs.
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Honnie Edwards, Calabash Real Estate :: 340-690-6616

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