1540 Owls Retreat, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

Welcome to this exquisitely appointed Marc Rutenberg home sited on an extra large conservation lot. This spacious property has 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, a conservatory and a bonus room on the 2nd story overlooking the pool area. The current owners have redonethe kitchen w/custom cabinets, high end granite counters & a 4 burner gas range, 2 warming drawers & a microwave/infrared oven. The outdoor kitchen also features the same custom cabinets. You will want to pay attention to the details throughout--the entry, living room & dining room have magnificent hardwood floors & lovely wide crown molding. Upgraded tile is in the family room & kitchen. The luxurious master suite has his & hers closets & the bathroom has a double sink granite vanity, garden tub & separate glass shower. Moving outside, you will enjoy the expanded paver lanai surrounding the heated pool & spa. The koi pond w/waterfall & custom landscaping are the center of the conversational area at the rear of the lanai. Additional amenities include 2 gas fireplaces--one in the family room and one in the upstairs bonus room; hand held remote control for lights for pond & heater for pool & spa; & porcelain floor in the 3 car garage. Lot has large fenced side yard that has been recently resoded. In 2008 &2009, 2 of the 3 A/C units were replaced, the pool was resurfaced w/a diamond bright finish in 2009 & exterior of the house was repainted. The water softener was new in 2009. Workbench & tool storage do not convey. Truly a distinctive custom home!