MULTIPLE OFFER NOTICE- highest and best by 12noon 3/12. STUNNING 5+ ACRE RIVERFRONT ESTATE! As you approach via the quarter-mile drive, you start to gain sight of this stately custom-built mansion on the St. Johns River, like none other, located on 5.81 acres on Mandarin Road. Built in 1988 by Collier Classic Homes, this neoclassical estate, with elegant columns architecturally inspired by the historic Orton Plantation of North Carolina, offers luxury finishes both inside and out. Located at one of the widest points on the river, this 3 bedroom, 3 full / 2 half bath home is 4,827 sq ft with 159 ft of water frontage, offering exquisite and expansive views of the St. Johns River. Spacious owner suites conveniently located on both 1st and 2nd floors. The rear elevation designed identical to the front, each with a 400 sqft covered porch, so the observer floating by, with Mint Julep in hand, will enjoy the same breathtaking view as one approaching the home from the front. Marble floors and Schonbek crystal chandeliers are just a sampling of the distinguished finishes offered in this fine home.