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Absolutely gorgeous, inviting and elegant, this 5440 sq ft coastal home is designed to maximize the benefits of a waterfront lifestyle and embodies all that is best about luxury living. The open flowing floor plan seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor living space that includes an expansive veranda with fireplace and outdoor kitchen, infinity pool, and tiered back yard, easily accessed from the relaxing sun room, great room, master bedroom and dining areas. The stage is set with the winding drive through live oak trees and professionally landscaped lawn. Built for his own home by a local custom builder, no detail is omitted. This two story home, with shades of soft florida aqua accenting the wood shutters and tongue and groove ceiling on the full length front porch. A matching second story balcony that stretches the length of home. Antique pine 8' shuttered interior doors that can be open or closed, separate the foyer from the living area, as well as the dining and sunroom. A lovely sitting room with fireplace, is light and bright and the formal dining room across the hall anchor the front of the home. The living area, family room, open informal dining room and incredible chef' s kitchen are brick floored, matching both veranda areas. The expansive kitchen cabinets are custom, stainless appliances are kenmore elite and the dramatic focal point is the 91/2' x 4' cypress island with 3 cm white granite. Adjacent to the family kitchen is a second service kitchen with salvaged white porcelain sink, refrigerator, microwave, even more custom cabinets and laundry area. The & quot; in-law& quot; suite, located on the main floor, is private and completely finished for comfortable living. The free standing porcelain tub /shower combo, large closets and additional storage spaces as well as separate exterior entrance make this a usable living space for multiple purposes. The master bedroom is on the main living level as well. Great space, a sitting area to see the incredible bay views from the oversized windows and a sizable, tasteful, very elegant master bath features marble floors and countertops, sconce lighting, a huge walk in custom closet and exterior entrance. The family dining/sitting area is open to kitchen and features a fireplace, media hook-ups, large casual dining table, serves as the & quot; hang out& quot; area for family and guests. The sun room/breakfast room has a sense of tranquility and peace. The living room is comfortable, spacious, warm and beautifully finished. An antique fireplace mantle, built in cabinetry on two sides, the brick floor, and wall of windows overlooking the bay is quite relaxing. 10' ceilings (throughout the house), triple crown molding and 8& quot; , 10& quot; and 12& quot; baseboards are characteristic of the finishes in every room. Upstairs, the 4 bedrooms are spacious with great custom closet space, each bedroom has its own custom tile or marble bath and two bedrooms access the front balcony. With the 23' elevation, 110' of waterfront and. 75 acre lot, recreation is mandatory and easy to enjoy with the 18' x40' saltwater pool with multi-color lighting system, large terraced paver pool area, outdoor shower, hot tub, covered boathouse with boat lift, 2 jet ski lifts, one kayak lift, and fish cleaning table with sink. This fabulous coastal home incorporates sustainable design features ensuring maintenance free living, efficient energy usage and lasting value.