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Beautiful 3 Bed/2 Bath! HOA Maintains Lawn!

(Your First Mortgage)
This classic Florida family home in beautiful Spring Hill is surrounded by schools, restaurants, retail, and a well-regarded medical facility. For a beautiful boost of nature, Veterans Memorial Park’s illuminated fitness trail and playground, Weeki Wachee State Park’s river and water park, and Delta Woods Park, are minutes away. In less than two hours you’ll enjoy the famous sugary sands and attractions of the incomparable Clearwater Beach or indulge your cultural pursuits in the one-of-a-kind city of Tampa. Whether your family is growing, you want to accommodate parents/in-laws, or simply create a wonderful retreat from the world for yourself you’ll find great curb appeal and space in this 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a 2-car garage home. The welcoming foyer was treated to BRAND NEW tile. Beneath vaulted ceilings, the spacious living room glows with natural light and is made cozy by a beautiful, 3-sided fireplace framed in BRAND NEW tile while the large dining room on the flipside of the fireplace overlooks a picture window. BRAND NEW tile was also just installed in the large kitchen that is surrounded by lovely picture windows that shine in on stainless appliances. A laundry room features storage, NEWER appliances, and a handy utility sink. The master bedroom boasts a vaulted ceiling in addition to an entry set of double doors and gleaming flooring with an ensuite bath that feels like a spa. The step-up sunken tub is grand. It is flanked by the luxurious shower room featuring a central rain shower head, panel of valves, and intricate tile work, and on the other side by gorgeous cabinetry, dual sinks, accented by fine fixtures and finishes. The second bed and bath are just as sunny, charming, and well-appointed. The third bedroom, currently used as an office, represents a world of opportunity from a music studio to a yoga studio. Two outdoor spaces provide venues for lazy Sundays and those family gatherings. The screened lanai is accessible via the living room, and the patio (where your gas grill may take up residence) from a second set of sliders. All this stunning square footage is topped by a NEWER roof (2014) and climate controlled by a NEWER A/C (2014). The Gardens is an ideal community with winding roads, tennis courts, and an HOA fee which covers the cost of lawn maintenance. This might just be the home you seek!

Sweeping Golf Course Views in Brooksville, FL!

(Your First Mortgage)
With sweeping golf course scenery, this stunning home is nestled on the green. Inside, natural light bathes the approximately 1,958 SF and its 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. An inviting foyer reveals the Great Room plan topped by soaring vaulted ceilings and accented with decorative ledging. This ample space leaves more than enough room for your dining and living room furniture, with views straight through to the luxurious golf course backdrop. Richly hued, easy-care vinyl plank flooring provides beautiful contrast to the neutral walls. The striking galley kitchen, with a handy breakfast bar, is dressed in gleaming countertops and sleek stainless appliances, featuring a lovely dining area surrounded by windows.  As for the master suite, it not only boasts oversized windows that bring the outside, in…it’s also crowned with a dramatic tray ceiling while a private door leads to the back patio. The adjacent bath is a true retreat. Well-appointed with dual sinks, fine finishes, a shower room, and a soaking tub illuminated by a glass block panel, these elements combine to create a calming sanctuary. The other two bedrooms also show pride of ownership and offer countless opportunities to be configured as anything from a home office to a personal fitness studio. With access from the master suite as well as from the eat-in kitchen, your alfresco dining area is covered and presents panoramic vistas. This home also had rain gutters installed. The Sherman Hills community is conveniently situated off I-75 and Route 98 in Brooksville for easy travel to local parks and trails. Only an hour’s drive to Tampa International Airport, you’ll love planning those vacation getaways, but also love coming home to your little slice of paradise.

Waterfront, END unit Townhouse-Private Boat Dock and Lifts!

(Your First Mortgage)
This WATERFRONT, END UNIT townhome in the picturesque Park Place subdivision offers panoramic Anclote River views along approximately 48’ of frontage. From your own dock with you can sail away to the one-of-a-kind Gulf of Mexico. Your dock not only boasts electricity, but two lifts: one is 10,000 pounds and the other 4,000 pounds. In a RARITY for the community, the property features a coveted, FENCED SIDE YARD. A NEW ROOF was installed only eight years ago. The interior vistas of this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage home are just as exquisite. A dramatic cathedral ceiling shines down over the expansive living room, dining room, and kitchen trio; all with views of the Great Outdoors via multiple sets of sliders. FRESHLY PAINTED walls accentuate the NEWER vinyl plank flooring. From the living room fireplace that shows like a statement piece, to the spectacular deck, you’ll enjoy cozy evenings, al fresco dining, and living the resort-style life! In addition to the charming powder room, the first floor kitchen’s amenities include a spacious pantry, recessed lighting, a dual sink, and a breakfast bar adjacent to the dining room. Built-in shelving adds architectural interest. Luminous cabinetry and a shining backsplash reflect the NEW LG appliances including a convection stove and microwave. Utilizing wonderful economy of space, the abundance of natural light and clean lines create a stunning interior landscape for the first floor. Up half a flight you’ll find a generous laundry room as well as the private retreat in the master suite. Besides windows and lush carpeting, the en-suite bath is luxurious including a circular soaking tub (with a view!) and a gorgeously tiled, glass-enclosed shower room. The top floor reveals two airy bedrooms and the third bath, treated along with the other two to UPDATED fixtures and lighting. Even the OVERSIZED two car garage is well-appointed including ample room to accommodate shelving, a work bench, and a service door. Crawl space beneath the home lends even more storage capacity. In addition to a community boat ramp, Park Place imposes NO HOA fees! Yes…maybe you CAN have it all!

 

Port Richey, FL Pool Home for SALE! Lots of Updates!

(Your First Mortgage)
An absolutely charming courtyard welcomes you to this 2 bedroom/2 bath pool home in Port Richey. Surrounded by a NEW privacy fence and NEW pool safety fence, the outdoor space features a covered dining area topped by a NEW fan. In 2017 the pool was resurfaced, while in 2024, a NEW pump, filter, and salt water system were added along with a NEW multi-color lighting system to further enhance those events you’ll love hosting in your fully screened outdoor space. The NEW fence was designed with two gates; one oversized to accommodate your boat parking. There’s also ample space for your grill as well as a handy shed to house your pool floats, tools, and toys. With a nice yard beyond the pool area, you’ve got a great outdoor retreat for your kids and your pets to enjoy. A sprinkler system keeps the front and back yards lush. Other big-ticket UPDATES include a NEW roof (2016), a NEW A/C (2019), and a NEW water heater (2020). The interior is sunny and bright thanks to the oversized windows dressed in NEW blinds. Throughout, you’ll appreciate NEW paint, NEW flooring (crowned with 5-inch baseboards) and NEW light fixtures/fans; all installed in 2022. Both the spacious living and dining rooms boast views of your outdoor retreat via a set of sliders. The heart of the home is the eat-in kitchen. Bursting with natural light thanks to the skylight and oversized window above the sink, the Florida sun shines on the NEW appliances and the cozy casual dining bar. For those lazy Sunday afternoons, the adjacent family room is the place to be! Besides sporting ample room for your recliners and comfy couch, the additional set of sliders brings the outside, in. BOTH bathrooms were FULLY GUTTED AND RENOVATED. The fixtures, finishes, cabinetry, and tile design are simply stunning. Dual sinks and a built-in vanity adorn the master bath. While a quiet neighborhood, this street is minutes from US Highway 19 to the west and Little Road to the east. On either thoroughfare, you’ll find everything from Home Depot to an amazing selection of restaurants. A 10-minute drive transports you to the exquisite Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park and a 40-minute one south takes you to Tampa International Airport. Beautifully located and beautifully updated, this family home is something special.

Picture Perfect Oldsmar, FL Home for SALE!

(Your First Mortgage)

Stunning landscaping frames this lovely 3 bedroom/2 bath/2 car garage home in the charming town of Oldsmar. A NEW ROOF and leaf guard gutters were added in 2014 and a fabulous SUNROOM was ADDED in 2000. This four-season space features panoramic glass windows to showcase the sun dappled yard, tile flooring, ceiling fans, and a portable A/C. A door from the sunroom leads directly into the secondary bathroom making for easy access with wet feet should a hot tub be on your wish list. Adding approximately 372 SF, this entertainment/relaxation venue will accommodate multiple layouts and options for enjoyment. Greeted by a barrel portico, the interior is open and flooded with natural light from the NEW WINDOWS (2018) accented by sleek plantation shutters. The formal living and dining rooms each boast a large, curved archway that contributes to the airy feeling. In 2017 NEW luxury vinyl flooring was laid throughout, while a NEWER tankless hot water heater was recently installed. Besides the cozy casual dining bar, the eat-in kitchen shines with recessed lighting, lustrous cabinetry NEWLY refaced, stainless appliances, and NEW hardware. As for the fantastic family room, you’re all set for football season and the holidays with tons of room for your lounge-worthy furniture and home entertainment center. A picture window displays the sunroom. You’ll find NEWER carpeting in the spacious master bedroom, alongside the UPDATED master bath with contemporary features and finishes including a beautiful, windowed shower room. One of the bedrooms is outfitted with built-in storage cabinetry; ideal to accommodate your work files or your crafts. The community of Eastlake Oaks offers amenities like a pool and playground. This quiet street is surrounded by all the retail and restaurants you could possibly want, is minutes from golf courses, schools, parks, and scenic Old Tampa Bay. Meticulously maintained, this home may just be the place for your next chapter.