2 et al North Star NB, St. Croix, 00840 (MLS# 25-1581)

View: Hillside; Neighborhood; Ocean; Sea

Amenities: Ruins

Flooring: Tile

Construction: Concrete Block; Masonry

Water Source: Cistern

Road: Dirt; Gravel

Terrain: Beach Front; Hillside

Security: Gate

A descriptive history of North Star as written by the National Archives and Records Service in Washington DC, can be found in the documents section. This sanctuary is gated for privacy, the first stop at the North Star Estate up the .2-mile driveway is a one-bedroom cottage with private patio and parking. The cottage is flanked by a large Flamboyant tree with stunning orange-red blooms, multiple Palm Trees and a Lime Tree at the doorway. Four large windows grace the western facade of the home. Built in the West Indian vernacular, two of the windows are over a foot deep and can be used as window seats for gazing at the lush flora and fauna. This spacious open floor plan cottage has new doors that allow lots of light in. The cottage has some small windows on the patio side that highlight traditional West Indian design. Across the driveway from the cottage is a nook that can be used for cottage parking....a few steps in reveal ruins of buildings dating back to the 1750's. Any explorers dream! Continue ascending the driveway and park in front of the Sugar Mill that has been repurposed into a one bedroom, two-bathroom residence with an upstairs balcony, large patio and a gorgeous lawn with the wallpaper of Hamm's Bluff. A majestic Norfolk pine towers beside the Sugar Mill, standing guard as it sways in the Tradewinds. Turn towards Mount Eagle and you will find a staircase to the pool with a large concrete deck that overlooks the Sugar Mill, Hamm's Bluff and the ocean. You can put your toes in while watching the waves roll in to Davis Bay. Above the pool is a large grassy pad cut into hilltop which is perfect for parking cars whenever you are entertaining large groups. The dense flora and fauna as you ascend Mount Eagle is untouched. A haven for birds, hermit crabs, and deer. Rich, fertile soil that has been at rest for centuries after years of toil as a working plantation is perfect canvas for sustainable farming, gardens or eco-tourism development. The smells of earthy, clean forestry are a naturalists dream. This landscape is perfect for hiking or walking trails. These parcels are rare in that access is a breeze on the well paved meandering shoreline road equidistant between Cane Bay and the Carambola Beach Resort. But the instant you are on the estate, you feel like you are in another world and back in time. The main ruins feature many beautiful arches, Danish yellow brick and construction that has stood the test of time. Step inside the ruins and feel the temperature go down. Thick walls and coral stone that complement the island climate. These ruins are an archaeologists dream come true. Please note that there are ruins throughout the entire property - walls and structures at every turn. This estate in its present condition represent a blank slate ready for a variety of paths to it's next incarnation: Investment property - tremendous opportunity as a vacation rental for all types of travellers. A divers haven due to its proximity to the VI's best dive site; history buff; eco tourists; or just those vacationers wanting to experience something special and to get off the beaten path. Private estate living- a peaceful retreat to call home for the owner with the option of long-term rental income. Luxury Rental Compound or Boutique eco-resort. Preservation Opportunity - ideal for someone passionate about history and conservation. There is a foundation of a former residence on property and a large cistern to the south of the Mill that could serve as the foundation of a new structure. This is a piece of St. Croix history ready to be rediscovered. Schedule your private showing today and experience the enchantment of North Star. The 100 acres to the west of this property is conservation land, another bonus to this remarkable offering.