524 Islebay Drive, Apollo Beach, FL 33572

Description

**WELCOME HOME** Tucked away on a premium corner lot abutting a preserve area within the award-winning boating community of Mirabay, this tastefully updated and lovingly maintained four bedrooms with an additional office, three and a half bathroom, waterfront home is simply a must see! Curb appeal abounds with lush tropical landscaping and a large covered front porch welcoming you home. As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by an abundance of natural light and charmed by the soaring ceilings in the great room! Your tour begins with a formal dining room located just off the entry, making the home wonderful for entertaining. Also located off the entry is an office/den with dual French doors. Open concept living shines in the great room with the kitchen overlooking both the living and informal dining areas. The well-appointed kitchen features attractive granite countertops, bar height seating, an island for additional prep space, a pantry, and stainless steel appliances including a built-in oven, separate gas cooktop, and new refrigerator. The great room has two sets of French doors framing the beautiful views that await out back. The first-floor owner's suite is truly fit for royalty with stylish wood flooring, a sitting area with water views, and an en suite complete with dual vanities, a jetted tub, a walk-in shower, and large walk-in closet. Completing the first floor is a guest half bathroom with lanai/pool access and a dedicated laundry room. Step out into the screened lanai and you’ll arrive at your own private piece of paradise! The expansive screened lanai has a covered seating area, a brick paver adorned pool deck, a spa that cascades into the pool, and a large sun deck. Located by the water you’ll find your own private dock and boat lift with easy access to the bay! Journey upstairs and you’ll arrive at a bonus loft area, perfect for a secondary living space, play area, or anything else one might imagine! There are two nicely sized guest bedrooms connected to a jack-and-jill style bathroom along with another bedroom with a bathroom located just outside its door, making for a wonderful junior suite. The Mirabay community has a resort style feel with many amenities including a community pool, fitness center and classes, clay tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts, parks and playgrounds, a private cafe, and more! Wonderful location with easy access to both Tampa and Sarasota/Bradenton. Put it all together and you’ll see why this home should be at the top of your list!

Listed by Jonathan Benn, .