Once in a while, a property becomes available that it is so rare as to be unique. This outstanding estate is part of George Fleming's original 1000 acre land grant, dating from 1796, known as Hibernia. The home, named Holly cottage was constructed in 1897 and is the only remaining home of the 'Old Place' owned by the Fleming family. Along with Saint Margaret's church, located just down this picturesque road, these are the only structures on Fleming Island that are listed on the National Historic Register. Holly Cottage is situated on 4.7 acres and boast over 270 feet of bluff frontage directly on the 3 mile wide St. John's river. This beautiful high and dry property accented with majestic oaks is located in the very heart of Fleming Island on its best street. The shingle style home has beautiful heart pine floors, high ceilings, and elegant features throughout. The main home features four bedrooms and three full baths with a living room, spacious den, and study. There is a porch in the front from which to survey the impressive property and porches on the back with commanding views of the river. A separate garage building with an attached guest apartment adds a bedroom and full bath to the total. There is also a dock and boathouse. If you and your family want to fully embrace the history of Fleming Island and add your own chapter to "Margaret's story". This is your last remaining chance!
Single-familyProperty Type
1897Year Built
4.61 acresLot Size
$746Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Neil Avery III Waterfront Real Estate AVERY• WATSON REALTY CORP
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #252973
Mar 24, 2025
Sold
$2,000,000
$678/sq ft
May 23, 2024
Listed
$2,585,000
$876/sq ft
Once in a while, a property becomes available that it is so rare as to be unique. This outstanding estate is part of George Fleming's original 1000 acre land grant, dating from 1796, known as Hibernia. The home, named Holly cottage was constructed in 1897 and is the only remaining home of the 'Old Place' owned by the Fleming family. Along with Saint Margaret's church, located just down this picturesque road, these are the only structures on Fleming Island that are listed on the National Historic Register. Holly Cottage is situated on 4.7 acres and boast over 270 feet of bluff frontage directly on the 3 mile wide St. John's river. This beautiful high and dry property accented with majestic oaks is located in the very heart of Fleming Island on its best street. The shingle style home has beautiful heart pine floors, high ceilings, and elegant features throughout. The main home features four bedrooms and three full baths with a living room, spacious den, and study.
realMLS #2027462
Mar 24, 2025
Sold
$2,000,000
$678/sq ft
Feb 24, 2025
Contingent
—
May 23, 2024
Listed
$2,585,000
$876/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,794 (+6.9%)
2024
$23,186 (+13.5%)
2023
$20,429 (+12.3%)
2022
$18,188 (+3.8%)
2021
$17,519 (+19.2%)
2020
$14,692 (−0.3%)
$796,824 + $153,688
$950,512
2019
$14,734 (−7.9%)
$796,824 + $145,852
$942,676
2018
$15,997 (−2.7%)
$945,000 + $140,787
$1,085,787
2017
$16,436 (+4.3%)
$945,000 + $150,454
$1,095,454
2016
$15,758 (−2.4%)
$882,000 + $144,116
$1,026,116
2014
$16,140
$882,000 + $135,648
$1,017,648
Tax history for 6935 Old Church Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$24,794 (+6.9%)
2024
$23,186 (+13.5%)
2023
$20,429 (+12.3%)
2022
$18,188 (+3.8%)
2021
$17,519 (+19.2%)
2020
$14,692 (−0.3%)
$796,824 + $153,688
$950,512
2019
$14,734 (−7.9%)
$796,824 + $145,852
$942,676
2018
$15,997 (−2.7%)
$945,000 + $140,787
$1,085,787
2017
$16,436 (+4.3%)
$945,000 + $150,454
$1,095,454
2016
$15,758 (−2.4%)
$882,000 + $144,116
$1,026,116
2014
$16,140
$882,000 + $135,648
$1,017,648
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
252 ft.
Lot depth
820 ft.
Lot size
4.74 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
2,950
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Clay County
APN
38-05-26-014694-001-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RA
Single-Family Residential District
All land designated as Zone RA is subject to the regulations of this Section, as well as the appropriate density and intensity restrictions in Sec. 20.3-10.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Detached, Garage, Off Street, RV Access/Parking
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub, Primary Downstairs, Split Bedrooms
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Fireplace Features: Double Sided, Wood Burning
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 2
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Exterior
Pool Features
Private YN: No
No
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Boat Lift, Boat Slip, Dock
SecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
Property Information
Levels: Two
Waterfront Features: Navigable Water, No Fixed Bridges, River Access, River Front
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Boat House, Guest House
Current Use: Residential, Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Features: Many Trees, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel
Lot Size Acres: 4.61
Lot Size Area: 4.61
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $20,428.95
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Cooling
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Utility Information
Electric: Underground
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Location
Unit Information
Unfurnished
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Green Cove Springs
Elementary School: Paterson
High School: Fleming Island
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,950
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.74 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Clay County
APN: 38-05-26-014694-001-00
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Robert M. Paterson Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.5mi
10/10
Green Cove Springs Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi
8/10
Fleming Island High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 17-25% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 107° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fleming Island, FL • 32003
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.2 hrs
6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$2.09M – $2.53M
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