5814 Jefferson St., New Port Richey, FL 34652

Welcome home to thriving New Port Richey. This charming mid century bungalow with large addition is within easy walking distance to the shops, events, and markets in downtown. Chock full of character and charm, it features a very private, fully fenced, mature garden courtyard with lush tropical plantings, a massive oak and a paved patio. The warmth of the interior envelopes you as soon as you enter, there are reclaimed pine wood floors salvaged from a St Pete railway station, custom shelving and custom built-in cabinets made from reclaimed antique wood. The kitchen cabinetry was fabricated by a master carpenter to include modern conveniences such as slide outs in the lowers and extra deep drawers. A 12 foot appliance garage with an extra wide countertop keeps items hidden but also close at hand. There is so much storage! A utility room with sink is just off the kitchen and another HUGE separate pantry with plenty of room for a second refrigerator is located just off the alley for convenient offloading of groceries, etc. The great room has cathedral ceilings, a wall of windows and a wall of custom shelving. Step though into the master suite where you will find a large master bathroom with plenty of large drawers, a garden tub, and access to an enclosed outdoor shower. Washer and dryer hookups are conveniently located here in a laundry closet with shelving for linens and toiletries. Across the hall from the master bathroom enter a separate office space that doubles as a "safe room" for storing valuables and hunkering down in storms; the room has concrete walls, a concrete ceiling and a steel door with two deadbolts. It contains two bunks and a considerable amount of built in storage for paperwork, hobby supplies or even survival gear. There are three built in gun lockers located in this room as well. The master bedroom is enormous and bright featuring pine floors, floor to ceiling wooden french windows, and access door to the courtyard garden. There is enough room in the master suite for a workspace or a seating area. The walkthrough master closet is a dream, fitted with large custom drawers, shoe storage and hanging spaces. The split floor plan has the other bedrooms are located in the original bungalow at the front of the home, they have shelving, each with a closet and there is a separate entry for the enclosed porch which could easily be converted to a mother-in law-suite. For storage there are two floored attic spaces, large with easy access for seasonal items and a very large, insulated storage shed/workshop in the yard; it has electrics and a covered area for keeping supplies out of the elements. This large lot is bordered by an alley, It is quiet with little traffic and a very serene setting, albeit close to downtown NPR and all that is on offer. If you are looking for Green features, solar power was newly added in 2019, and there is a 25 year warranty that will convey! Another perk for the buyer, No HOA! Your home, your choice! This picturesque little town is going through a much deserved renaissance, it has a river winding through it that snakes out to the Gulf of Mexico, lots of independent shops, boutiques, restaurants, breweries, a new college under construction, a fabulous riverfront park with fun for families, a boat ramp, a kayak launch and a historic Spanish Colonial hotel that is set to open this year. New Port Richey is a golf cart friendly community. Stop in, discover it and stay!