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LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! This 3/2/2 charmer has all the character and charm of the TOWN OF BELLEAIR w/ WORLD-FAMOUS GOLF COURSES, quaint shops, 5-star restaurants & coveted yearly events-just inland of BELLEAIR BEACH & a short stroll to the gorgeous BAY VIEWS of HALLETT PARK & the “Hearts” of DOYLE PARK. Very rare indeed to find a home in BELLEAIR ESTATES under a million dollars where GOLF CARTS are a way of life - so don’t delay driving by today! You will love all the curb appeal w/ a PAVED DRIVEWAY and a majestic tree lending shade to your peaceful evenings on this WEST-FACING COVERED PORCH spot - perfect for unwinding at the end of your day with a glass of wine with friends after a day of GOLFING, SHOPPING or the BEACH as you watch the SUNSET SKY. DOUBLE FRENCH DOORS are a welcoming beginning to the story this home tells! The robin egg blue FOYER speaks of the tranquility of sea sides & cool breezes and sets the mood for the comfortable feeling that awaits you throughout. The FORMAL LIVING ROOM is filled with ambient light during the day & an impressive FIREPLACE so the glow of wood burning fires will warm the cooler evenings & holidays. French doors lead to an ELEGANT KITCHEN that has window views outside to the SCREENED LANAI. WOLF GAS RANGE & other high-end appliances, CUSTOM CABINETS including OPEN GLASS DISPLAYS & GRANITE COUNTERTOPS round out the richness & warmth to this chef’s kitchen - so send out the invites for the first dinner party and start mixing the cocktails at the CUSTOM BUILT BAR w/ wine fridge! Plenty of room for entertaining in the open-concept DINING ROOM & FAMILY ROOM. With warm COBBLESTONE FLOORING & banked in windows you feel the OUTSIDE OASIS come in to greet you! Plenty of room for a large sectional for movie night & a dining table that serves equally well for a family weeknight dinner or a grand holiday meal. This is the heart of the home! Open the double set of French doors & take a deep breath because the oasis awaits you beyond & all of your cares will melt away. A newer custom ENGINEERED DECK & PERGOLA give you the retreat you have always wanted w/ a PAVED DECK surround w/ room for a fire-pit, dining, lounging & grilling. The FENCED YARD creates privacy for the generous lawn lined w/ MATURE TROPICAL LANDSCAPING. The PRIMARY ENSUITE looks over this scene with a large picture window with Bahama SHUTTERS. A large light and bright room with a WALK-IN CLOSET also with natural light from a front facing window and an ENSUITE BATHROOM with a glass enclosed tub/shower combination that completes this owner’s retreat at the back of the north wing. BEDROOM 2 & 3 are conveniently located across from the generous GUEST BATH with a tiled walk in shower. BEDROOM 3 is ideal as an office/den with built-in bookshelves and original wooden glass pocketing doors that overlook the family room and outdoor views. Two spacious hallway closets (convert one to indoor utility?) & hallway built-ins means tons of storage. A full TWO CAR GARAGE w/ STACKED WASHER/DRYER, 2017 AC, full hurricane protection with HURRICANE SHUTTERS & impact glass to round out this home. The PRICELESS LIFESTYLE of this home offers both privacy & warmth within a highly-sought after community w/ NO HOA & NO FLOOD INSURANCE required while still offering TREASURED DAYS OF GOLF COURSES, RESTAURANTS, COFFEE SHOPS, BEACHES & BOUTIQUES within a short evening stroll or weekend bike ride.