89-C La Grande Princesse CO, St. Croix, 00820 (MLS# 25-257)

View: Hillside; Neighborhood

Amenities: Carport; Deck; Gallery; Patio

Flooring: Terrazzo

Construction: Concrete Block; Stone

Roof: Concrete; Fluid Applied

Fencing: Other

Water Source: Cistern

Sewer: Septic

Road: Paved

Terrain: High/Flat; Hillside

Security: Gate; Grillwork

See the supplement for details on the fascinating pedigree of this unique home. The concrete house boasts over 4,500 square feet of indoor/outdoor living and gentle cross-breeze. There are three distinct patio areas comprising almost 2,700 square feet, which allow for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining, making it perfect for a vacation rental, personal getaway or island home. You are welcomed by an entryway terrazzo patio featuring a stone bar and covered porch for outdoor dining. The main residence to the west features two bedrooms with enormous picture windows that capture the tropical forest to the south, bringing the outdoors inside; light, breezes and birdsong float in through these windows. The rooms have high ceilings and are lined with local stone juxtaposed with natural concrete finished walls for a truly unique nod to the home's storied past. The primary bathroom and kitchen are well appointed with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances The guest wing to the east allows for complete privacy from the main residence making it suitable as a rental or for a caretaker. It enjoys an ample living space, two bedrooms, a bathroom, a laundry room and exits to the carport and to the brick terrace at opposite ends of the wing. Exposed beams, reclaimed interior windows, and a tropical palette make the guest wing distinct from the main residence. The khaki-painted metal fence which runs around the home can be closed in multiple ways allowing the grounds to be dog friendly. The home went through a major renovation five years ago, with key updates including new roof, new windows and mahogany doors throughout, entirely new electrical and plumbing. There are three underground cisterns and a water buffalo. The deep, generous pool, from which to view the big-sky sunset, is lined with its original tile border, and was re-plumbed, painted and has a new, highly efficient variable pump. A brilliant recitation of the seller's journey taking this remarkable home from a skeletal wreck to mid-century modern elegance can be found in the supplement.