AL
Baldwin
Gulf Shores
36542
18813 Sims Drive
18813 Sims Drive, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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Listing Status
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$799,000

Home Details for 18813 Sims Drive

Price
$799,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
7
Total Bathrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Square feet
4039
Year built
1901
Lot size acres
1.7
County
Baldwin
MLS Listing#
394021
Property Description

Don't miss this LANDMARK property that is being brought to market. If only these walls could speak, they would tell the tales of Al Capone and how this historic home was said to be once used as a getaway for the infamous mob boss in the early 1900s. A mere minutes to the beautiful beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast, this extraordinary piece of poured concrete architecture was started in 1901 and not completed until 1906. The 1.7 +/- acre property includes 264 +/- of waterfront on Brights Creek, which is just off of the Bon Secour River, a place the locals know is fitting for the meaning of the name “safe harbor”. The 4,039 sqft home consists of two connected structures with a second story breezeway that includes 7 bedrooms, 6 fireplaces and a wood stove. Even Juliet herself would swoon at the fact that every bedroom has a balcony fit for a princess. The main house’s grand entrance boasts original iron railings and concrete formed steps opening up to a large living area with a wood burning fireplace and stunning spiral staircase ascending to the second story.There is a storm/root cellar located under the kitchen floor and rumor has it, there is a hidden room that is yet to be found! Dripping in moss-covered oak trees, the landscape slopes gently towards the two boat docks which provide plenty of room for mooring. The potential and opportunity this property exudes is endless if you have vision and a love of history. You won’t want to miss seeing this gem and making it your own! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Property Features
  • Fire Place
    • Living Room
    • Master Bedroom
    • Wood Burning
  • Water Features
    • Private
    • Well
  • Waterfront and Water Access
    • River Front
  • Cooling Information
    • Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Information
    • Other
  • Parking
    • None
School Information
School Information for 18813 Sims Drive, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Elementary School
Gulf Shores Elementary
Middle School
Gulf Shores Middle
High School
Gulf Shores High
Listing Courtesy: Scout South Properties - 251-752-6334
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EXIT REALTY GULF SHORES
3725 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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