Playa Escondida, "Hidden Cove ". There is almost 2000 sq. ft. of living area in this tastefully appointed property, located in a very private community of only 43 residents. This luxury home features newer timeless textured porcelain tile floors, volume ceilings and high windows, and three (3) sets of sliding doors that add to the spacious feeling of this town home.
The kitchen has been upgraded and offers a corner eating area. The sliding doors lead to a large 17'-6" x 10'-9" newly replaced composite deck overlooking the 3rd hole of the Isla del Sol Yacht and Country Club's 18-hole championship golf course. This home features three (3) levels of living space, , the first level offers a living room, eat-in kitchen, and half bath. The spacious over-sized 2-car garage of approximately 480 sq, ft. is accessed from this level and from the exterior of the home, of course. The double garage is the answer to the dreams of those who like to tinker about, having sufficient area for a workshop.
The 2nd level contains an updated full bath with shower stall, servicing two (2) spacious bedrooms and a family room with vaulted ceilings. The 3rd level offers a Master Suite, private tiled balcony 8'-4' overlooking the golf course. The master bath contains a walk-in shower, double sinks and walk-in closet.
Recent upgrades include paver driveway leading to the garage. A new composite roof in 2023, and a new 4-ton air-conditioning system and air-handler which was replaced in 2024 with a 10-year transferable warranty.
Playa Escondida offers a private beach for the exclusive use of only Playa Escondida Homeowners, a lovely pool area, private tennis court, pickle ball court and a private fishing pier on a quiet private street with no through-traffic. Close to I-275 with convenient access to all parts of the area; Sarasota and beyond to the south and Tampa to the North Easy access to going north to Downtown St. Petersburg and all the Tampa Bay area. Across the street is the private waterfront Country Club of Isla Del Sol with golf, tennis, chilled swimming pool in the summers with Tiki bar and formal dining, fitness center and pickle ball courts.
Ft. De Soto State Park is within biking distance, which is fun for the whole family where you would enjoy the beaches, fishing and water sports or just cool out in the shade. The beaches also have multitude of casual restaurants, hotels and bars to enjoy the Florida Sunshine.
They say the first three rules in real estate are location, location, location this community boasts of all three. This home is within biking distance to St. Pete Beach (3.2 miles) and Ft. De Soto State Park (5.4 miles) which has received numerous awards and National recognition for its cleanliness and beauty. It's a 15-minute drive (6.0 miles) to Downtown St. Petersburg, home of the Rays Baseball Team with plenty of choices for restaurants, arts, and shopping within the Downtown area. Tampa International Airport is only 21 miles away and Disney World being only 84 miles away makes it an easy commute for seasonal residents and an entertainment zone for visiting family.
This is a rare find as usually homes within this community are transferred to family members only. Come see this exceptional value for yourself and begin your family legacy in Playa Escondida.