Pinch yourself, you have stumbled into paradise. In highly sought-after Gulf Harbors Woodlands your next home is a rare gem; boasting 2359 sq ft over a private, sprawling lot providing one's own tropical oasis. This exceptional home has a true 4 BR/3 Bath, spilt plan, with oversized 2 car garage. When you first arrive, enter through the privacy wall with decorative gate and follow the sidewalk to your main entryway with screened-in, covered porch. Open the door and be welcomed into the Great Room. This Living Room, Kitchen, Dining combination are perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. The Great Room has stunning hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, large windows with plantation shutters and two sets of French doors opening out onto the massive, covered lanai. The kitchen is well equipped with stainless appliances, vent hood, granite counters and whimsical bubble backsplash. There is plenty of storage in the all-wood cabinetry and a breakfast bar for casual eats or a buffet spread on party night. The Master Bedroom is large and inviting, with hardwood floors, crown molding, walk-in closet and 2 ‘en suite' bathrooms. The newly added spa bath is located at the back of the home, with access to the lanai and steps from the jacuzzi which awaits you on cool winter nights or use it to escape the humidity.

Exit the Master and pass through the dedicated formal dining room with room for a large table and hutch, it's a perfect gathering spot for the holidays. Off of the dining room, you will find the hallways that lead to each of the other bedrooms. The second bedroom has hardwood floors, built-in cabinets and bookcases, it is wired for sound, has a large walk-in closet and serves as the ideal home office. The third bedroom has hardwood floors, with room for a king-sized bedroom suite and a large closet for storage. The fourth bedroom is carpeted, tucked down a quiet hallway with custom chevron paneled wall and a large closet. The third bathroom is located off of the great room, it has been custom designed with travertine on all of the walls and floor, with custom sink and tub with rain shower.

Now, let's go step outside to the giant screened-in lanai measuring 37 x 24 feet. Enjoy the views over the mangroves and estuary, feel the breeze through the lush landscaping and relax in the privacy provided by the location of the lanai, the 2 uncovered decks, one just teeming with night blooming jasmine and the huge, mature tree growing by the sea wall. All of these unique amenities create a sanctuary in your own yard. There is a space for planting as well as mature tropical fruit trees. There are banana, guava, mango and avocado trees growing on the property, all producing fruit.

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This home has Gulf of Mexico access via the canals of Gulf Harbors. Your waterfront amenities include a wooden dock with fishing pier, there is a boat lift to keep your vessel out of the water; with plenty of room for more dockage/slippage. The sea wall is 84' and there are other pilings present. The space will easily hold multiple vessels, there is sailboat water with shoal draft or centerboard.

New hurricane impact windows/doors (2009) make the home safe and supremely quiet. A/C replaced in (2016) Roof (2005) R/O system, Surge Protection system.
This HOA provides access to a pool, tennis courts, community center and private boat ramp.

There is nothing that needs to be done, except unpacking and unwinding.