20342 Merry Oak Ave., Tampa, FL 33647

Ideally located in Live Oak Preserve, a gated community in New Tampa, this immaculate, two-story home sits on a cul-de-sac with a wooded forest backdrop and offers 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a 3-car garage. Lush landscaping and a covered front porch add to the curb appeal. Inside, the foyer boasts a floor-to-ceiling decorative stone accent wall with waterfall and an inlaid mosaic tile floor. Ceramic tile flows through the first floor living areas. The living room features a soaring 20-foot ceiling, paddle fan, transom window, and sliding glass door which brings in lots of natural light. The kitchen is a cook’s delight with 42-inch wood cabinets with crown molding, thick granite countertops, subway glass tile backsplash, under cabinet lighting, breakfast hi-bar, and recessed and pendant lighting. Appliances include a five-burner gas range, stainless refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. A separate breakfast nook overlooks the pool area. The focal point of the family room is a full wall embellished with stone and tile surrounding two windows. A cozy fifth bedroom on the first floor can double as a private guest room or office with adjacent full bath. The remaining four bedrooms are situated upstairs, including the master suite with a large walk-in closet, garden soaking bath, glass-enclosed tiled shower, and separate vanities. Throughout the upstairs are handsome hardwood floors. The screen-enclosed pool has paver decking and is surrounded by lush, tropical landscaping.