2605 Driftwood Rd., St. Petersburg, FL 33705

Driftwood, a unique, intimate setting of winding streets under live oaks, just minutes from downtown, has that old Florida feeling. This neighborly place hosts annual parades, raft races and holiday caroling. Neighbors enjoy the two parks, beach and waterfront deck overlooking Big Bayou and Tampa Bay. This home is one of only 19 Mark Dixon Dodd designed homes and the largest non-waterfront property in this neighborhood of only 40 homes. The lot is xeriscaped, requiring minimal watering and upkeep. Entertaining is a delight in the chef-pleasing kitchen with gas stove top, double electric ovens, two dishwashers, three sinks and storage galore. The delightful patio accommodates theater-style seating for 50 for house concerts and can seat 30+ for more formal dining. A quaint guesthouse with built-in Murphy bed, full kitchen, artistic bath and private screened porch is perfect for guests or as an artist’s studio; wired for surround sound, internet and cable. The upstairs accommodates 4 bedrooms and two full baths, washer and dryer as well as a balcony spanning the entire back of the house. Downstairs includes a spacious home office, sun porch, living and dining rooms, butler's pantry, half-bath and mud room with additional washer and dryer hookups. The mosaic tiled lap pool is solar heated and enhances the patio with its charming fountains. This special home is ready for a new loving family.