336 4th Ave., Tierra Verde, FL 33715

Located on the “Grand Canal,” with easy, bridgeless access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico, this well-updated 5 bedroom, 4 ½ bath waterfront home provides an impressive 4847 sqft under roof. An elegant, covered double door entry opens to a wonderful 16ft-high foyer and a residence with a rich, welcoming appeal. The exceptional great room contains fine built-ins, surround sound speakers, a gas fireplace, media center and easy access to the back yard covered porch. Your fabulous chef’s kitchen boasts Ogee edge granite counters, superb glass tile backsplash, high-quality stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, built-in refrigeration, a multi-level breakfast bar area and an island prep center. Complementing the kitchen and serving the living and dining areas is a luxurious butler’s pantry/wet bar with wine chiller, ice maker and extensive cabinetry. Impressive owner’s suite features a coastal contemporary wave tile accent wall, a Juliet balcony and terrific water views. The generous owner’s bath enjoys dual marble vanities, exquisite white cabinetry, a jetted spa tub with lovely tilework, a sizable walk-in multi-head rain-shower and an oversized walk-in closet with closet system. 2nd bedroom is en suite with full bath, granite vanity, beautifully tiled shower, and linen closet. You’ll be pleased by the 3rd bedroom’s private covered balcony overlooking the pool deck and waterfront. Ideal as a fitness room or office, the 5th bedroom is poolside, rests under a wide covered deck, is en suite and has a dazzling full luxury bath. Step out to the 30ft-wide rear covered porch and take in an extraordinary private waterfront playground. Huge paver deck supports a stunning solar-heated, salt-conversion swimming pool, a 50ft-long wrap-around covered deck area (perfect for lounging), and a brilliantly matching 14 x 14 (200sqft) built-in gazebo that is perfect for casual waterside dining, cocktails and festive gatherings. Step down to your dock with seating bench and easy access boatlift. This residence offers a beautiful laundry room, hurricane impact windows and doors throughout (including the garage), LED lighting, Hunter Douglas energy efficient window treatments, reverse osmosis water, tankless hot water heating, variable-speed AC systems, water softener, a very large garage storage area, oversize garage parking, and so much more. Flood insurance is just $900/year! An outstanding value in one of Tampa Bay’s premier boating communities.