804 S Lakeview Rd., Tampa, FL 33609

Step into a magical world! Notice the walls & vaulted ceilings of the living & dining room that were carved by a Cuban craftsman into 400,000 roses. The archway & fireplace are inlaid with 1920's tiles & the side windows inset w/antique stained glass.Mahogany crown molding surrounds the ceilings & French doors lead to the first of many paved courtyards. The original portion of this Spanish style home has 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths (1 original & 1 remodeled w/slate floors & shower). This section hashardwood floors & inlaid deco doors w/original silver hardware. From the dining room you enter through an antique beveled glass door into a remodeled kitchen w/granite counters & SS appliances. There is also a 2nd large eating space which includes a powder room w/hand carved Balinese doors. From here you enter a huge octagonal family room w/a 27' ceiling & custom metal staircase that leads to an open loft. All floors are travertine marble & custom lighting illuminates the curved pillars & archways. Exitdouble doors guarded by 2 large Balinese spirits into your Costa Rican backyard! Jungle landscaping covers 2 city lots & includes a black swimming pool w/2 waterfalls, a large koi pond & wrought iron gates. All patios/pathways are either paved w/Old SanJuan pavers or limestone. Outside speakers & low voltage lights make this a spectacular entertaining area. There is a separate in-law apartment next to the 2 car garage & workshop. This home is truly an escape from city living in the heart of downtown.