Southern Charm and Elegance are abundant in this stately Arthur Rutenberg designed home. With 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, there will be many options for living experiences. The finishes are tasteful and luxurious, yet modern and energy efficient. The open flow of this property connects the bedrooms, kitchen and family room, using high ceilings, lots of light and an excellent floor plan. The kitchen is central to this home with its 2-tiered breakfast bar, cooking island, built-in wall oven, granite counters, upgraded almond glazed wood cabinetry with glass inserts, decorative crown, under mount lighting, upgraded pendants and track lighting that epitomizes the opportunity for entertaining at its finest. The main eating area has an aquarium window view of the pools and grounds and the separate formal dining area also has indoor/outdoor access. The main living area boasts beautiful views of the pool and grounds and has the added benefit of a Fireplace for a feel of “Down Home Comfort” during those few “cool” Florida winter nights. The master bedroom is private and spacious with access and views of the pool area and grounds. The walk-in closet has custom shelving and is large enough to finish off the perfect Master Bedroom . The master bathroom does not disappoint with granite and wood finishes, a Water stream surrounded jetted shower and jacuzzi tub turns this Master Bathroom into a true luxurious retreat. The 2nd bedroom has additional shelving, a private bathroom and direct pool access. This room could be a mini suite for extended family, guests, etc. This house lives large and has a perfect connection between open and privacy. Close off the hallway door to the 3rd and 4th bedrooms to create a private wing complete with a shared bathroom. The 5th bedroom is in the front of the home and would also make an excellent office. Spoil your car in the oversized 2 car garage complete with freshly painted walls, new cabinets, new epoxy flooring and especially a new split unit AC system (2021). In Florida the screened-in pool/living area is often the “Heart of the Home” and this home boasts a truly seamless, indoor-outdoor living experience with multiple access points to the salt water pool and spa all covered with a brand-new pool cage (2022). The generous covered patio area, lends itself to entertaining, swimming, eating and relaxing all year round. Enjoy the Southern Charm of this property by strolling through almost an acre of tranquil grounds with mature, shady trees and beautiful tropical plants set against a partial view of the Manatee River just as it meets Tampa Bay. This home is beautiful and smart because it has: energy efficient newer solar panels, brand new (2023) standing seam metal roof, extra insulation, newer windows and energy efficient doors, all of which keep electricity costs greatly reduced and help lower insurance costs. Beautiful house with tranquil grounds and all of this is located only two houses from Desoto National Memorial Park where you can walk to a Sandy River beach, also just around the corner from Robinson Preserve where walking, biking and kayaking trails abound and about a 15-minute drive to Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island. Charming, Peaceful and tranquil sum up this one of a kind property. make you appointment now to Live the Florida Lifestyle! See the attachment for a list of the many features and upgrades.