This bright and open waterfront condominium home is in the elegant, gated complex of Hidden Lagoon. The gracious, large great room leads to a grand waterside covered balcony with quiet, enticing views of the bay and lagoon. Often, manatees come to play beneath your balcony. With decor that inspires culinary artistry, the kitchen brims with natural light and an attractive island layout, and the relaxing gather-around bar which leads into the great room and incorporates the entire condo into an open, relaxed feeling for everyday living or impressive entertaining. In the neutral coloring throughout, your inner stylist will find plenty of room to flex. Even the ceilings with deep, rich moldings contribute to the atmosphere, and stylish lighting adds sophistication to every room. For relaxation and recharging, the primary bedroom can’t be beat. In addition to the convenience of the private bathroom, you will find plenty of walk-in closet space to let your wardrobe breathe. The other quiet bedroom is a great place to turn in for the evening. The study is tucked away in a private spot so you can work without interruption, or bring in a bed for overnight guests. Recent updates include a new water heater in April 2021, a new Trane heat pump in February 2019, and new hurricane-rated bedroom windows in November 2021. There is under-building parking for your car, your own storage area, and ample covered guest parking. The elevator is convenient to your car. It serves only 4 floors and opens to attractive lobbies of only 2 two condos per floor. You and your large dogs will love Hidden Lagoon! It is just down the road from Fort Desoto with several dog parks, including a waterside dog playground for the fun of splashing and playing fetch. You will have all the Florida fun amenities at your front door here. Two pools, one for relaxing and one for doing laps, tennis/pickle-ball courts, a fitness center, a fishing dock, and quiet boardwalks through private lagoons. All this is nestled in lush tropical landscaping within this exceptional gated complex. Although this complex is secluded, you are close to every place you might want to be. Across the road is a park with a playground, tennis, and pickleball courts. Down the road to the south is Fort DeSoto, voted one of the best beaches in the country, with all water sports fun, including kayak and paddle board rentals, the beginning of a bike trail that runs through the entire county, fishing, picnic areas, and so much more. Tierra Verde’s delights await just a short way in the other direction: great restaurants, marinas, banks, hair salons, cleaners, liquor stores, gas stations, festivals, etc. And yes, for you fishermen, there is a bait store. If you must leave this island paradise, it’s only 20 minutes to St Pete/Clearwater airport and about 40 minutes to TIA; quick access to 275 means you can be in downtown St Petersburg or in Tampa in little time with no fuss. There is no other place where you can live on a tropical island that is on the doorstep of a major metropolitan area, offering cultural and educational opportunities, excellent medical facilities, and major league football, soccer, hockey, and baseball. Locals have a saying, “The Good Life has a zip code, 33715.”