3 idlewilde drive

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Experience the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern sophistication in this rare multi-generational home located in the highly sought-after Bay Woods community of Safety Harbor, FL just 1/2 mile from Philipee Park. If you are looking for a spacious, move-in ready pool home in an established neighborhood with room for everyone, look no further. Enjoy peace of mind living here! This recently updated pool home is in an X flood zone (no flood insurance required), has had no previous hurricane damage, features recently updated roof (2023) and AC (2019), some hurricane windows, and offers a full 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment. This home sits on a corner lot, offering additional privacy and exceptional curb appeal with Hardie Board siding and a classic Southern wrap-around porch. Downstairs offers space for everyone to spread out and enjoy the bright, open living spaces including a huge living room with wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins, guest bath, and welcoming entry foyer. Create memories hosting friends and family in the formal dining room, and unwind in the wine bar/lounge with custom dry bar perfect for entertaining. The heart of the home is the chef’s kitchen that leads out to the large backyard. Features include an 8-ft stone island, stainless steel appliances, designer lighting, an expansive pantry, and a dedicated indoor laundry room. The backyard is an entertainer’s dream with a screened lanai, heated pool and spa, lush landscaping, and fully fenced-in yard. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a quiet evening on the patio, this home defines the Florida lifestyle. Upstairs offers an expansive primary suite with 3 closets, including a walk-in, and spa-style ensuite bath with double sinks. Two additional bedrooms plus a second full bath for family or guests are located on the second floor. Ample parking with an oversized air-conditioned 2-car garage and parking pad that accommodates up to 6 vehicles. If all that wasn’t enough, the professionally designed and fully permitted 848 sq ft apartment / mother-in-law suite / ADU offers a bright and modern retreat complete with: spacious bedroom + ensuite bath with a curbless roll-in shower; private laundry area and oversized closets; open living room, dining area, and a designer kitchen with stone counters and new appliances. Your guests will enjoy a private entry and dedicated deck to take in the Florida sun. This space offers the next buyer so many options. A place for an aging parent to live independently but just a few steps away? A private space for your teenager or college student? Space for extended family or a guest suite when friends and family come to visit? Or added rental revenue? Whatever your needs are, this property checks all the boxes. This prime Location offers what so many are after...the Florida lifestyle. Just ½ mile to Philippe Park – 122 acres of scenic trails, playgrounds, and breathtaking Tampa Bay views. Five minutes to Downtown Safety Harbor – charming boutiques, cafés, and the world-famous Safety Harbor Spa & Marina. Minutes from cultural hotspots like the Safety Harbor Art & Music Center and weekly farmers markets. Tampa International Airport, downtown Tampa, downtown St. Pete, or the gorgeous sands and crystal clear waters of Clearwater Beach are all within a 30 minute or shorter drive. Schedule your tour today!