5220 S Jules Verne CourtTampa, FL 33611Sale Price: $665,000

This Key West style home is on a secluded street in sought after Ballast Point. It is within walking distance to Ballast Point Elementary, Ballast Point park, Bayshore Boulevard, and Tampa Yacht and Country Club. It is also just a short drive to MacDill Air Force Base, SoHo, Hyde Park and downtown. This gorgeous property has cedar ceilings and fans on a large front porch with cedar ceilings as well under a breezeway that connects the house to an oversized detached 2-car garage. The kitchen is a gourmet cook's dream with abundant custom maple cabinetry, Zodiac quartz counter tops, and stainless steel appliances. It features an under counter wine refrigerator and separate beverage center. There's an open concept floor plan with a butler's pass through into the formal dining room. The living room features built-in cabinets beneath arched display shelves that surround a wood burning fireplace. An office or flex space plus a 1/2 bathroom complete the downstairs. A custom stair package with iron railings takes you to 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms upstairs. The master bath features double vanities, a large walk-in closet and a magnificent shower area! This home features custom California Closet systems in all rooms including the pantry, and there's additional storage area in the laundry room. The back yard has pavers and is a large inviting space in which to relax or to entertain. There's great architectural interest and plantation shutters throughout the home. Make an appointment now to view this beautifully maintained home in south Tampa!