DIRECT GULF/BAY ACCESS from this gorgeous 3 bed 2 1/2 bath Mediterranean home w/dock & 16,000# lift plus slip for up to a 45' boat! Located on the island of Tierra Verde just minutes from Fort De Soto with easy access to the Sunshine Skyway bridge. Home boasts elegant features such as crown molding, arched windows & grand columns to impress your guests. Inside is an open foyer w/grand staircase, dining room to the left & formal sitting room or office to the right. At the back of the 1st floor is an impressive kitchen w/built-in double oven, built-in fridge to match the cabinetry, island w/cooktop, butler's pantry, & a walk-in wine cellar w/built-in wine fridge. Open the 3 sets of glass french doors to extend your entertaining area & take in the view of the canal & pool from the covered lanai. The family room has a fireplace w/stone hearth & 2 story tall ceilings that opens up to the loft. The master retreat has 2 closets w/custom shelving, a sitting area, huge windows overlooking the canal, modern ceiling fan, & private en-suite w/soaking tub, glass walk-in shower, dual sinks w/stone vanity county & walk-in closet w/custom shelving. The 2 secondary bedrooms share a Jack-&-Jill bath w/dual sinks. Outdoor awnings cover the upstairs windows letting in lots of natural light without the harshness of direct sun. Solar panels reduce your energy costs an avg of $150/mo! Surrounded by beautiful water views, beach access at Shell Key & St Pete Beach, close to local restaurants & 15 min drive to Downtown St Pete!