$515,000

Description

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom pool home in the tranquil Natures Preserve neighborhood. Thoughtfully updated throughout, this residence offers an exceptional balance of comfort and refinement. The open great room and split-bedroom floor plan are enhanced by 10-foot ceilings, rounded corners, and decorative ceiling alcoves. Finishes include engineered wide-plank flooring in the great room and two bedrooms, porcelain tile, newer STAINMASTER carpet in the primary bedroom, and updated fans and light fixtures. New hurricane impact windows and doors are installed throughout. The kitchen, updated in 2023, features quartz countertops, a glass tile backsplash, and a premium LG appliance package in fingerprint-resistant stainless steel, including a French-door refrigerator, dishwasher, convection range, and microwave/hood. A closet pantry and a dedicated eat-in area complete the space. The spacious primary suite offers direct pool access and an en-suite bath with a dual-sink vanity, soft-close wood cabinetry, quartz counters, a walk-in shower, freestanding tub, private water closet, and walk-in closet. The second bathroom has been recently renovated with a stone vanity and neutral tile. The interior laundry room includes a GE washer, Samsung dryer, and storage shelving. Outdoors, a private retreat awaits: a sparkling heated pool with Diamond Brite finish, surrounded by a brick-paver deck under a screened enclosure. The fully fenced yard, enclosed by white vinyl fencing, features mature landscaping and backs to the Anclote Preserve for added privacy. Recent improvements include a roof replaced in 2019 with durable GAF shingles and Seal-A-Ridge caps, and a new water heater in 2026. Custom built by Image Custom Homes in 1999 and offered by the original owner, the home sits outside a flood zone and carries a low HOA fee of just $150 quarterly. Enjoy convenient access to downtown Tarpon Springs, known for its dining, shopping, breweries, and the world-famous Sponge Docks. Nearby recreation includes the Pinellas Trail, a neighborhood park, a public boat ramp, a kayak and canoe launch, and the scenic shores of Sunset Beach and Fred Howard Park.