Located on one of the most desirable streets in Tierra Verde, this 2003 built elevated home is simply stunning. Step through the double leaded glass doors into the spacious foyer, then call the elevator or take the stairs to your impressive and bright open-concept main living area. The vaulted two-story ceilings, architectural half-moon windows, and arched cutout to a bonus room give this common space a welcoming energy and is the perfect canvas for all your design inspirations. The area extends to the dining area which is surrounded by large windows with plantation shutters and complimented by a striking custom light fixture. The adjacent gourmet kitchen upgrades include tall white shaker cabinets with bold granite countertops, sleek stainless appliances including a double oven and a double drawer freezer, an oversized island with a breakfast bar and seating for 4 or more, as well as a sizable pantry. An expansive owner’s suite is co-located on this level and features a spacious walk-in closet with custom shelving as well as a covered private balcony. The en-suite bath features a double vanity with extra storage, a large walk-in shower, and a separate soaking tub. A guest bath and convenient laundry closet are also main level features. Upstairs you will find 3 additional bedrooms – one with a door separating it and the accompanying bath from the rest of the floor, another with a private balcony, and a third with large double doors leading to it from the loft hallway. The gorgeous backyard is the perfect place for a ‘staycation’ – featuring a large crystal clear heated saltwater pool (with new pool pump installed this year), a covered patio with coastal fan for entertaining all year round, and a putting green for the golf enthusiast – this space truly has something for everyone! The entire yard is also surrounded by lush Palm landscaping and a vinyl fence for added privacy. Other fabulous features of this home include an enormous double bay, fully finished, 5+ car garage with wet bar and expansive space for working out, storage, or tinkering on house projects. Hurricane shutters are installed on every window for additional peace of mind. Located only 30-40 minutes from 2 international airports via I-275, 5 minutes to the Sunshine Bridge,10 minutes to downtown St. Petersburg with its cultural attractions, entertainment, and fabulous restaurants. 5 minutes to award winning St. Pete Beach and Fort DeSoto – an 1,100 acre park that offers sugar sand beaches, camping, kayaking and miles of nature trails – is right in our backyard.