1857 CASTLE WOODS DRIVE

Description

Under contract-accepting backup offers. TREE LINED HAVEN: Stunning Home Nestled Among Mature Trees! This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath, plus 6 CAR GARAGE home sits on almost a 1/2 acre, corner lot in the secluded Castle Woods neighborhood. Live Oaks line this property creating a stunning backdrop to this 2 story gem. Come on into the foyer where you will feel the warm embrace of a home that is lovingly updated & maintained. Hardwood hand-scraped bamboo floors & 6” baseboards run throughout the home (no carpet), as well as crown molding in most rooms. To the left find an inviting living room w/ an electric fireplace flanked by custom built-in bookcases w/ plenty of storage. Thru the French doors, the large open floorplan welcomes you to sit down for a family meal or enjoy relaxing & hanging out in the spacious well lit family room.
The open kitchen is well appointed w/ an expansive granite island complete w/ a double stainless steel sink & built-in dishwasher. The 42” upper painted oak cabinets provide plenty of storage for all your kitchen accoutrements including roll out pantry shelving. All appliances
are stainless steel. BRAND NEW WASHER / DRYER & NEW HOT WATER HEATER. *** SELLER’S WILL BE REPLACING ROOF PRIOR TO CLOSING OR OFFER A CREDIT TOWARDS A NEW ONE, w/ acceptable offer. The range is currently electric but could convert back to gas easily in the island. Just off the kitchen is another entertainment area appointed w/ a wet bar, beverage refrigerator, stacked stone backsplash covering the back wall & built-in wine & glass storage. This room has so many options-the sky is the limit (media room; game room; man cave; hobby room, or first floor master space w/ other space incorporated). Just outside the triple pocketing sliders you can enjoy the covered area w/ built-in cabinets; perfect for an outdoor entertainer’s dream including the screened lanai. The laundry room has plenty of storage w/ upper cabinets, utility sink & built-in folding table. The horizontal lines of the shiplap add texture & visual interest to the space. Just beyond lies the 6 car garage-yes, you heard that right! The original 2 car garage has a built-in workbench w/ pegboard storage & plenty of storage cabinets. The 2 pull-down attic stairs make for easy access for more than ample storage. This 48’ garage is truly a car enthusiast or toy lovers delight! Before you head up the beautiful wood stairs to the 2nd level, don’t miss the 4th bedroom and bath; currently being used as an office. The shiplap wall blends nicely w/ the striking bamboo floors. Step into the charming full bath blending it’s rustic elements w/ modern comforts. The patterned tile is a show stopper & compliments the stone chevron tile floor perfectly. Upstairs you will find 2 large secondary bedrooms w/ a shared bath, plenty of storage space, Nest thermostat & a laundry chute. The primary suite is generously sized w/2 walk-in closets that offer a luxurious, functional retreat. The newly renovated bath w/ a soaking tub is the epitome of modern luxury. Outside there’s a deep-well irrigation w/ multiple zones & plenty of room for a pool. Less than a 15 minute drive to TPA Int’l & St. Pete/Clearwater airports, a short walk or bike ride to Safety Harbor, minutes to Dunedin-both areas where you can enjoy all the quaint shops, eateries & breweries of a small town but major stores close by. For the beach lover, 15 minutes to Honeymoon Island, & a quick trip to other top rated FL beaches like Clearwater Beach, & Fred Howard Park.