A timeless old Florida neighborhood, Marineland, home to 90 residents, is nestled among the unspoiled ambiance of the Braden River riverbank that creates a peaceful haven for residents, allowing them to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life. The ultra tranquil cul de sac neighborhood feels far removed but it is very close to all of the amenities one needs, including excellent schools, the UTC mall, interstate and all of the area’s most fabulous beaches. This custom two story Florida home, built in 2007, offers a sprawling 3,678sf with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a sizable studio that could be used as a gym, game room, inlaw suite, in-home theater or the like. The fourth bedroom is being utilized as a spacious office, including closet.

Expansive covered and screened lanai upstairs that overlooks your oasis is accessible from all bedrooms and will feel relaxing yet charming at the same time. If stairs are an issue, no worries! Take the convenient elevator which offers ease of maneuvering through the two story residence and equipped with extra safety features.

Inground, heated saltwater pool and spa overlook the incredibly serene natural Braden River landscape. With 86 feet of water frontage, 160 feet deep lot on the NW side and 211 feet deep on the South side, strategically placed palms and landscaping are positioned to make this backyard a truly private setting. Hop onto your own floating dock and into your boat so you can meander through the river, with an approximately 17 feet in depth, while you bird watch as you head to Jiggs Landing for some live music and grub.

Security and solitude abounds, as the home is adorned with hurricane impact windows and French doors throughout, so there’s no need for clunky and cumbersome shutters to be installed and later removed during storms. How nice!

Tray ceilings, finished with crown molding throughout, ceiling fans in every room. An expansive living room adorned with wood flooring and a propane gas fireplace complete the ambiance. Center island gourmet kitchen, equipped with Bosch and Fridgedaire stainless steel and propane gas oven, beautiful wooden built-ins and an open space to the large dining area and all overlooking your pool and peaceful river views. Jam out to your favorite tunes with the surround sound while hosting guests or just relaxing in your new home

Take the all-wood, L-shaped staircase or the elevator up to the second floor that has a primary bedroom, complete with sitting area with access to the large lanai. And don’t forget the extra studio space, currently being used as a gym/media room, equipped with full bathroom Jack-n-Jill.

The home’s exterior boasts superior materials such as Hardie Plank cement-fiber siding and metal roofing that stand up well against the elements. Rounding out the list of impressive features are an oversized garage, Icynene® insulation in the attic, radiant barrier and hurricane straps. French drain from the lot to the river, Rinni tankless water heater, 250-gallon buried propane tank, irrigation pump for landscape watering, with water coming from the river, such a convenience! Metal roof 2008. 1 AC unit 2017.

Neither in a CDD or HOA community. Less rules. No fees! And just minutes from Tara Elementary School, Linger Lodge, plenty of golf… and all that the water frontage will afford you.

To see this home will be to truly fall in love with its charm and beauty.