Spectacular Waterfront Manor on 4.25 Acres

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This spectacular waterfront manor is nestled on over 4.25 acres on the banks of shimmering Lake Calm. A winding driveway reveals stately wrought iron gates providing entrée to this secluded haven. An architectural masterpiece, this home has been brilliantly renovated, while the property’s design presents private access to the 113-acre lake where you may jet ski and boat to your heart’s content. Contained within this tranquil compound are pickleball/tennis courts, a resort style pool, an endless lap swim spa roofed for all-weather access, and a long pier ending in a covered dock porch with newer wood and railings. Tree-lined, pavered pathways throughout the grounds provide access between amenities; the sunsets are absolute works of art. Enjoy these magnificent twilight vistas from every angle indoors and out. Wonderfully eclectic, this 6,008 SF, 5-bedroom, 5.5 bath residence boasts the perfect blend of luxury contemporary and richly traditional stylings. From the entryway’s stunning stained glass door frame to the splendid grand foyer’s marble floors, to the formal living and dining room’s 20-foot ceilings, the gourmet kitchen shines with walnut cabinetry, quartz countertops, newer faucets, and a dining area. Hardwood bookcases adorn the main floor’s office/library offering access to the commercial grade marble-floored elevator, complete with battery backup. Located just outside this impressive space is a newer side porch. The living room’s soaring ceiling and walls of windows surround a striking fireplace. Multiple sets of glass doors lend entree to the adjacent sunroom/game room. The gorgeous family room’s electric fireplace is mounted on a travertine wall. Newer fans were mounted on the porches; the interior was recently repainted. For even more in sumptuous living, the master suite is a retreat furnished with exquisite fixtures and finishes, a standalone Japanese soaking tub, a spacious shower room, and its own balcony. The detached 3 car garage was outfitted with new door openers and the tracks replaced to maintain a watertight seal. The guest suite above is beautifully appointed and can even alternatively serve as a yoga or sculpture studio. Over 1000 SF of space, it features a bathroom and a powder room, kitchen, and a balcony with lake views. This home’s upgrades include a commercial grade elevator to the second floor, triple water filtration throughout, a newer well, upgraded electrical, two newer A/C systems, and battery backup; underground power coming into the area will eliminate overhead lines. For the best of both worlds, sweet seclusion is surrounded by the finest restaurants and retail, all in the heart of Florida’s Gulf Coast. The word here is: paradise.

Stunning Water Views! Florida Living At Its Best!

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This spectacular waterfront home in sought-after Palm Harbor is replete with upgrades. Sleek architectural stylings are surrounded by lush curb appeal accompanied by a resort-style, alfresco space. With a tranquil lake as a backdrop, a screened lanai also offers vistas of the shimmering pool (filter pump replaced in 2022), topped with a sail shade (installed in 2024), surrounded by variegated pavers, and crowned with tailor-made awnings (2022). A custom five-foot-wide gate was designed to accommodate everything from a jet ski trailer to a golf cart. A newer sea wall (constructed in 2022 with a 50-year warranty) borders this sumptuous space that’s encircled by a raised garden bed dressed in a stone wall and staircase separated from the deck by an elegant railing. With ample room for dining and lounging, this versatile expanse is a serene go-to for relaxing and entertaining. The island that inhabits the lake is a bird sanctuary that’s also home to ducks and other wildlife. Beyond the classic double entry doors, your guests are welcomed by an exquisite blend of Travertine and hardwood floorings, luxe fixtures and finishes, four bedrooms, four baths, and almost 4000 square feet. Soaring vaulted ceilings and ultra-wide doorways lend to the absolute spaciousness while fireplaces lend warmth. Aside the formal living and dining rooms, a magnificent eat-in kitchen with casual dining bar showcases a wall of windows out to the lake. Besides cabinets galore, a new frig (2022) and new granite countertops (2020), shine. The adjacent family room with water views is a haven. As for the first-floor primary suite, it’s a retreat, boasting new swoon-worthy closets (2020). Its beautifully appointed ensuite presents a jetted soaking tub beneath a picture window along with remodeled quartz countertops (2025). The first-floor guest suite showcases its own balcony and water views, remodeled quartz countertops, and a new walk-in shower (2022). New quartz countertops were also added in the second spare bath. Luxury vinyl flooring runs throughout the second floor’s bedroom suites. Painted in 2025, the flat roof was replaced in 2024, and a recent 4-point inspection/wind mitigation check returned a “no issues” report. The windows were treated to a heat-resistant film that helps keep the house cool and offers additional privacy. In 2022 both a new 80-gallon commercial grade water heater and new electrical service panel were mounted. To add even more charm and convenience, Autumn Woods was recently deemed a designated golf cart community. It features Residents Only: community park, dog park, along with private tennis and pickleball courts. Palm Harbor offers the finest in the luxurious Florida lifestyle. Wonderful restaurants, exceptional retail, with proximity to the best of the Gulf Coast…this is the Harvest Moon you’ve been waiting for.

 

Heritage Pines Golf Course Home!

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From the elegant front portico and pristine landscaping to the spacious screened lanai with views of the verdant golf course’s 14th fairway, this house makes an absolutely lovely home. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms offer ample flexibility to invite houseguests and/or to fashion a private study or yoga studio. A NEW roof was added in 2024 and NEW sliding doors installed in 2023. This Victoria III floor plan is filled with fresh Florida sun and includes nuances like bay windows and an entryway transom. Curved arches embellish doorways and sleek flooring make this inviting space shine. From the foyer the site line takes you through the formal living and dining rooms to the sliders revealing the almost 300 SF lanai, backyard, and golf course. The eat-in kitchen with windowed breakfast nook, granite countertops, tons of cabinetry, and slate GE appliances are all lit by recessed lighting. Another set of sliders leads to the outdoor space, making the perfect venue for relaxing and entertaining. A huge passthrough from the kitchen introduces the family room. Accented with another bay window and a casual dining bar, this room has Sunday Football and Movie Night written all over it! Over a split bedroom floor plan, the large master suite is well appointed with decorative niches adding architectural interest; a third set of sliders to the lanai brings the outside, in. Dual walk-in closets, dual sinks, and a tiled shower room complete the retreat. The other two bedrooms and full bath are immaculate. A sizable laundry room is a welcome alternative to these oft-garaged appliances. Heritage Pines is a premier 55+ community. Beyond the gates (where your guests will be welcomed at the guard house), you’ll enjoy a plethora of activities and amenities to share with family and friends. Besides the spectacular pool and jacuzzi, there are courts to accommodate bocce ball, pickleball, and tennis. The richly designed clubhouse welcomes you to a full-service restaurant accompanied by a fitness center, woodworking shop, crafts room, card room, and billiards table. In addition to low HOA fees (which cover cable and lawn maintenance), you’ll travel less than 20 minutes to Hernando Beach and the incomparable Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and less than 60 minutes to points south like Clearwater and Tampa International Airport. While you’ll appreciate the proximity to these destinations you’ll relish this quiet enclave in sought-after Hudson.

Ranch Home, Barn and Chicken Coop on 5+/- Acres!

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Nestled on five glorious acres, this two-story, 2315 SF ranch style home is accented by a charming wrap-around porch. Set well back from the road, it’s a true pastoral estate dotted with lush trees and featuring a free-standing barn and working chicken pasture. A NEW custom chicken coop was constructed in 2022, housing 7 hens and 1 rooster; all can be included in the sale. NEW front and side porch exterior lights were recently mounted. Additional big-ticket UPDATES include NEW roof, NEW hurricane windows and NEW skylights (all in 2021). Inside this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home, brilliant natural light illuminates the Great Room boasting a wood burning fireplace framed by natural stone, REFURBISHED in 2021. Vaulted ceilings add a touch of splendor and reveal the second floor’s hallway with airy affect. Other UPDATES include NEW wood blinds in the bedrooms, laundry, and master bathroom. NEW luxury vinyl plank flooring (NuCORE Rigid Core LVP) was laid in both upstairs bedrooms and the office/bonus room (2025). The master suite and office/bonus room were NEWLY painted in April 2025 along with the front door, side door, and back double doors. The closet bedroom doors were REPLACED in the secondary bedrooms (2021). The adjacent dining space is absolutely lovely. Lit by three large windows, it too is bright and spacious. As for the kitchen, besides the dual serving ports that are your must-have entertainment portals, the casual dining bar makes a cozy statement. From the stainless-steel appliances to the vivid cabinetry, tiled backsplash, and recessed lighting, the kitchen offers open vistas of your great outdoors as these two rooms combine to span the width of the home. The ground floor master suite is sunny and welcoming. Its ensuite bath is a beautiful mélange of contemporary lines and rustic styling, cabinets galore, dual sinks, and a walk-in shower. With the bedroom connected directly to the home office, your morning commute is an effortless one! Besides this inspired layout, the guest bedrooms and baths have wonderful ambiance with unique touches that set them apart from the everyday. In additional amenities, you’ll find a well-appointed laundry room with window, commode, and utility sink. A NEW whole house filtration and reverse osmosis system was installed at the kitchen sink and flows to the refrigerator (2021). Off the lanai is a storage room with shelving — the perfect spot to house holiday décor, luggage, and pool accessories. The completely covered back porch that runs alongside the shimmering pool makes for a setting to suit any celebration, its fan recently swapped out to a NEW 60-inch one with remote and multi-light dim brightness levels. The pool and tile-trimmed spa are topped with a birdcage offering an ideal backdrop for parties or those cherished weekends spent relaxing. Partially fenced, the property has both a septic system and a well. It is only 30 minutes to one of Florida’s largest parks, the glorious Myakka River State Park. Thirty minutes will also take you to stunning Sarasota as well as Siesta and Lido Keys, and another 10 to the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. You’ll relish the sweet serenity of this private enclave.

Delight in the Stunning Architecture!

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Boasting myriad updates including NEW exterior coach lights (2025), NEW roof and flat roof (2024), NEW exterior and interior paint (2024), NEW landscaping (2025), NEWER HVAC (2023), NEWER hot water heater and electrical panel, and NEWER windows (2018), this 4 bedroom/3.5 bath home sits on a 0.2686-acre lot and shines with architectural interest — inside and out. A sweeping pavered courtyard introduces the stunning stained glass double door entry. Inside, solid wood floors gleam beneath the living room’s vaulted ceilings while the two-sided, wood burning fireplace warms both the living room and the kitchen. A sunken bonus room is nestled behind the living room revealing a wall of sliders to access the alfresco space. Ideal as the dance floor for your next party or as a home entertainment area (large enough for a pool table), this room features lovely light, a wet bar, and a wine frig concealed behind decorative cabinets. The separate formal dining room was treated to a spectacular inlaid tile design in its hardwood flooring. As for the spacious eat-in kitchen, a center island with a sink is surrounded by gorgeous cabinetry and an amazing wall of built-in cabinets furnished with glass. Ample shelving above the fireplace is perfect for displaying treasured mementos. Stainless appliances and track lighting complete this welcoming picture. The expansive master suite is beautifully appointed with a skylight, its own set of sliders to the pool (hidden behind plantation shuttered doors), and a large walk-in closet outfitted with plenty of glorious storage space including sets of drawers, baskets, and shoe ledges. The ensuite is decked out like a spa with a deep, jetted tub, dual sinks, heated towel bars, and a shower room accented with glass block and multi-directional shower heads. The three-way split of the remaining three bedrooms offers privacy to guests and family members. All the bedrooms are filled with Florida sunshine. The second and third bedrooms have great walk-in closets and share a Jack and Jill bathroom. The fourth bedroom presents with its own bath that also leads out to the pool and the hot tub on the screened lanai. Besides a whole house vacuum system and a wonderful laundry room, this unique home has been very well maintained. In this lush and leafy community, Westlake Village offers a variety of amenities like a clubhouse, park, playground, pool, walking trail, picnic areas, and tennis/basketball courts. The school district is also highly rated. All this beauty in sought-after Palm Harbor, one of the jewels of Pinellas County.