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How many days does it actually take to buy a house in Jacksonville right now?

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Is Jacksonville still a buyer's market or a seller's market?

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188 GOVERNORS Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (MLS# 877351)

188 GOVERNORS Road, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

$1,025,000

Virtual Tour

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,118 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,025,000 List Date: 4/17/2017 Last Modified: 1/12/2026

Overview

Description

Panoramic golf course views of the 14th Fairway from this stately built single story home in The Plantation of Ponte Vedra Beach. Spectacular windows throughout, 10-14' ceilings, spacious rooms,Plantation shutters,amazing trim work,& fabulous outdoor living space create a special home. Each bedroom has bath en suite. 4th bedroom used as study. Chef's delight kitchen with center island, large pantry,abundance of cabinetry, & granite counter tops. Luxurious owner's suite with private foyer, double sided fireplace,sitting area,& 2 large custom walk in closets, Travertine stone floors in kitchen, family room & hall. Distinct elevation, paver driveway, 3 car garage, screened lanai with fireplace, lush landscape,& barrel tile roof are pluses.Treasured setting & fabulous home not to be missed.

Supplements: Additional features: wet bar with copper sink and extra cabinets in dining area, art niches, long driveway with extra parking pad makes easy turn around, high elevation, and wooden double door entry. See theplantationpvb.com and docs for more details about Club life.

Listing Details MLS# 877351

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 4118
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1991
Homestead YN: Yes
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 1060
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: The Plantation
Association Phone: 904-543-7532
CDD Fee YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Directions: JTB to A1A South, pass Sawgrass to the Plantation. Go thru gate right on Plantation Circle right on Retreat Place, left on Governors Road, house on left. Plantation requires pass at gate.
Public Remarks: Panoramic golf course views of the 14th Fairway from this stately built single story home in The Plantation of Ponte Vedra Beach. Spectacular windows throughout, 10-14' ceilings, spacious rooms,Plantation shutters,amazing trim work,& fabulous outdoor living space create a special home. Each bedroom has bath en suite. 4th bedroom used as study. Chef's delight kitchen with center island, large pantry,abundance of cabinetry, & granite counter tops. Luxurious owner's suite with private foyer, double sided fireplace,sitting area,& 2 large custom walk in closets, Travertine stone floors in kitchen, family room & hall. Distinct elevation, paver driveway, 3 car garage, screened lanai with fireplace, lush landscape,& barrel tile roof are pluses.Treasured setting & fabulous home not to be missed.
List Price/SqFt: 267.12
Sold Price/SqFt: 248.91

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: .25 to .5 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Gas Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Central Vacuum; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Cable Connected; Propane Cooling: Central Air; Electric; Zoned Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump; Zoned Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Windows Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio Pool Features: None Roof: Tile Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: On Golf Course; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Golf Course Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Beach Access; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Playground; Security; Tennis Court(s); Trash Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2017-04-17

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 188
Street Name: GOVERNORS
Street Suffix: Road
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32082
MLS Area Major: 263-Ponte Vedra Beach-W Of A1A-S Of CR-210
Subdivision Name: The Plantation At Pv

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2017-09-20T00:17:29Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2017-06-19
Close Date: 2017-09-19
Close Price: 1025000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: 2

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Storage Room: Y, Mandatory Fees: Y, Dining-Kitchen/Family Combo: Y, Bath-Owner Bath W/Whirlpool: Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Palladian Window(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Courtyard Entry Garage: Y, Parking Facilities-Keypad Entry: Y, Fireplace-Bedroom: Y, Fireplace-Living Room: Y, Stone Fireplace: Y, Structure Builder: Benchmark, Golf Course Comm: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Parking Facilities-Golf Cart Storage: Y, Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Atrium Door(s): Y, Oversize Garage/Storage: Y, Fireplace Mantle: Y, Tile Fireplace: Y

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width	Remarks
Office
Utility Room
Primary Bedroom	20.00	16.00
Bedroom 1	15.00	12.00
Bedroom 2	17.00	17.00
Bedroom 3	14.00	13.00
Dining Room	15.00	14.00	Separate Dining Room
Family Room	20.00	17.00
Kitchen	15.00	14.00
Living Room	28.00	23.00
Other	12.00	12.00

Listing Office: RE/MAX UNLIMITED

Last Updated: January - 12 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.