4717 Overlook Drive NESt Petersburg, FL 33703Sale Price: $1,675,000

Florida living at its finest in beautiful Venetian Isles, a deed restricted waterfront community. This 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home is set back on a large front yard with just over a quarter of an acre with no bridge restrictions making it perfect for boating. Newer seawall and roof! The 2 car garage has extra space for tools and recreational items and electrical vehicle charging. The open kitchen has a functional layout, ample cabinet space, and a picture window over the sink. Both a formal living area and casual den provide plenty of space for the entire family. The home has a split floorplan and each room has it's own nearby or connected bathroom. The master bedroom has two closets and a recently renovated bathroom, as well as an outdoor grotto area with artificial turf that's equipped with electrical for a hot tub or sauna. Newer seawall, roof and AC! Pool resurfaced in 2020. There's an artistic spiral staircase leading to the bedroom upstairs, which is large enough to be utilized as a great/bonus room combining an incredible home office, workout area, and living space for accommodating overnight guests. Enjoy fresh air and lovely scenery from the large second floor deck, which was rebuilt in 2020. The deck has stairs leading down to the backyard, past the large hibiscus. In an era when working from home is commonplace, this second floor room is an optimal office space. It's accessible from outside and in, yet separate from other areas of the home, and it provides a bright, tranquil environment for focus and productivity while taking in the beautiful atmosphere. Between travertine floors through most of the home and laminate floors in three of the bedrooms, there's no carpet to contend with. The home boasts crown molding in each room, as well as California Closets in the master and one guest bedroom. The expansive storm impact sliding doors and windows combined with charming French doors, all of which have solar shades (some powered), create a sunny and airy ambiance and enable a delightful cross breeze. There are two AC units (one new), so you'll never risk being without AC in the Florida heat. From the backyard, there are marvelous views of the deep water canal, fit for motor and sailboats with open water access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico right around the corner. Relax on the large covered patio, ideal for entertaining, as well as the deck area, nice for lounge chairs or a game of corn hole. The pool has a salt system, making it easy to maintain. View wildlife including manatees, dolphin, sting rays, and a plethora of birds, or venture off the dock to boat downtown or kayak to nearby Weedon Island. The neighborhood is outfitted with buried power lines, natural gas, and reclaimed water to reduce your yard watering expenses in an eco-friendly manner. Take a 4-mile bike, scooter, or golf cart ride to downtown St. Pete where you'll enjoy festivals, the Pier, restaurants, shops, markets, museums, parks, galleries, the Northshore Aquatic Center, and more. This home is minutes to the new Shore Acres Community Center, Mangrove Bay Golf Course, and several City of St. Petersburg parks and playgrounds.