18 Franklin Court S, Unit DSt Petersburg, FL 33711Sale Price: $1,725,000

Exceptional contemporary Mediterranean-inspired end-unit townhouse greets you with dramatic vaulted ceilings and open floor plan living with picturesque views of the lake. The custom features, luxury finishes and unparalleled quality details throughout this impeccably-decorated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home include 10-foot ceilings, premium appliances, oversized walk-in-pantry, natural gas cooking, and a 22kW Generac natural gas generator for the ultimate peace of mind. The consummate chef's kitchen is sure to impress with stainless steel appliances, Cambria countertops & pendant lighting. This 2,574-square-foot home has beautiful, upgraded touches throughout including a covered lanai, integrated surround-sound system, remote control blinds, gorgeous writing nook and a built-in bar with wine fridge. The secluded owner's suite features custom closets and a luxurious bathroom with dual vanities, tiled walk-in shower and a separate soaking tub. All of the accommodations are on one level and served by a private elevator accessed from your nearly 2,500-square-foot 5-car garage with epoxy flooring perfect for cars, recreation equipment, workshop, gym, or game room. The home was designed and built to fortified - gold standards, which is superior resilient construction that far exceeds building code. The waterfront, gated community of Marina Bay is the only development in Pinellas County with fortified-quality all-block construction and foam insulation for energy efficiency. Marina Bay is just 7 minutes to downtown St. Pete in the Marina District next to Eckerd College and mere moments from world-class beaches and only 25 minutes to the Tampa airport. This waterfront community features almost 2,000' of Intracoastal water (ICW) directly on Boca Ciega Bay. Community amenities include 2 pools, 2 spas, fitness center, clubhouse, fishing pier, direct access to Pinellas Trail, tropical landscaping, resort-like grounds, spectacular water features and fountains, an abundance of wildlife and so much more. The community is pet friendly and deep water boat slips are available. For the sports enthusiast - you are only 10 minutes from the Rays baseball stadium & the Rowdies soccer stadium, 25 minutes to Buccaneers football and 35 minutes to the Lightning hockey. Paradise found!