THE MOST UNIQUE LUXURY HOME IN TAMPA BAY!

The perfect hideaway in a small town for the person needing a getaway retreat or winter quarters on the waters of the Florida Gulf with helicopter and deep water gulf access; or, the perfect home to raise a large, or extended active family.

A unique 3.67 acre estate with sprawling Florida architecture, Australian Open (Rebound ACE) tennis court, FAA licensed heliport with hangar, and Olympic sized heated pool with perimeter social seating for one hundred guests.

The triple entrance through a custom brick wall leads to a large circular cobblestone driveway winding through lushly landscaped grounds. Travertine tiled stairs lead up to the perimeter porch and beveled glass doors that open to a breathtaking entry foyer with dual hand-made Brazilian cherry wood spiral staircases, Italian marble floors with French marble inlay and custom chandelier. Imported Cherry wood floors invite guests through the remainder of the main residence.

The foyer leads to a large but cozy office with fireplace, a large dining room topped by double vaulted ceilings with Corinthian style trim and adjacent butler’s service pantry, and the magnificent Great Room which is the center of the home architecturally and spiritually. The Great Room is the perfect hub for entertaining with access to the kitchen through a walkway as well as a pass through wet bar, as well as the home theater. In addition, the landing at the top of the stairs and the balcony off the men’s retreat on the second floor provide overwatch of the room and lend a theatrical effect to those watching and listening the goings on below. The room has more than ample space for a grand piano and seating to enjoy.

The aforementioned theater is a spacious, yet intimate audio / videophile’s heaven of a home theater and all custom components are included with the home. Finally, the Great Room also leads outdoors to the large screen-enclosed pool / outdoor entertainment area. The kitchen is a gourmet cook’s paradise with two full preparation areas, including sinks and is appointed with only the finest in appliances. A Thermadore six burner professional stove on a granite counter-top island, anchors the room and is flanked by a General Electric Advanteum range, a six-foot wide Sub-Zero refrigerator / freezer, and two dishwashers. A cedar lined walk-in wine closet accommodates two hundred and forty bottles on its wine rack with room for a thousand more.

Two large bedrooms with full baths and a small laundry area downstairs off the kitchen area are perfect for accommodating guests, live in assistants, or those preferring first story living. However, an elevator is installed to make second story living no more of a challenge.

The second story landing provides a cozy seating area or vantage point to the festivities down in the Great room. A four hundred square foot men’s retreat with a fireplace and full service bar has more than ample unobstructed room for a full size billiards or pool table. The second floor also boasts three large bedrooms, each with a full bath. One of these is the oversized Master Suite with bay windows and sitting area, two hundred and fifty square foot walk-in closet and two hundred and fifty square foot Master Bath / Salon. A Full size laundry room on the second floor completes the family quarters.

A steel spiral staircase leads to the five hundred square foot third floor Sunset Party room with wet bar and half bath. This utility room has a three hundred sixty degree panoramic view of the Gulf, coastal area and city. Its variety of uses is limited only by imagination.

Multiple balconies on each floor ensure total enjoyment of the views and outdoor experience. The hydrotherapy spa on the third floor deck ensures a moonlight view and relaxation experience unbeaten.

The main residence is complemented by a separate, complete eleven hundred square foot In-Law / employee apartment with kitchen, living room, bedroom, full bath, laundry room and walk-in closet.

The oversized hangar / garage can accommodate a helicopter, car collection or water sports and boating equipment up to a large cabin cruiser on trailer.

The one hundred foot perimeter dock on the seawall that bounds two sides of the property provides mooring for a small fleet of boats.

This home has a unique character and elegance that makes it suitable for the entertaining professional, as well as reclusive homebodies or growing families. It is available for viewing by appointment, only with a minimum of twenty four hours notice. Prospective buyers must be able to provide a verifiable letter of approval or assets from a financial institution.

Call John & Lisa Durkin,  "The Topgun Team", at 727-858-8247 / 727-207-2691 for an appointment to see this wonderful home!

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