227 highland woods drive

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Luxury abounds… gorgeous custom-built home in highly sought-after, gated community of “The Highlands at Safety Harbor”! Enter through a spectacular leaded glass door with side lights to soaring ceilings in the formal living room and dining rooms with crown moldings, beautiful extensive distressed real hardwood flooring, double doors to the study/den with built-in shelving and plantation shutters. Adjacent to the study is the fabulous primary suite with double coffered ceiling and a beautifully updated ensuite bath with dual undermount sinks, quartz counters, soaking tub plus a walk-in shower, newer toilet in water closet and his and hers walk-in closets with custom closet systems. Magnificent, redesigned kitchen with stunning 42” staggered cabinetry accented by a working center island with microwave and wine cooler, newer 36” gas cooktop, 2 built-in ovens, under cabinet lighting, raised breakfast bar with decorator pendent lights and a walk-in pantry! The inviting family room boasts wall shelving, a media wall and extraordinary windows bringing a light, bright flow of Florida sunshine! A separate breakfast room is accented by a triple aquarium window. The secondary bedrooms include window seats, large closet space and access to a convenient updated bathroom. The rear of home features a 4th bedroom and pool bath ideal for a mother-in-law suite or private guest area. And the immense bonus/game room, centered by a lovely gas burning fireplace, offers endless possibilities. Large laundry room offers a 2nd refrigerator that will convey. Two A/C systems, both newer! Covered lanai with pool side kitchen including a grill, side burners and refrigerator! An entertainer’s delight! Heated salt water, PebbleTec finished pool with beach entrance. Vaulted screen enclosure plus a large open patio area with firepit. This premium home site features a fenced yard with plush landscaping for a perfect serene setting. Three car garage… over 3,800 sq. ft. of magnificent, updated living! And location, location!! Gated security in this tranquil community yet close to shopping, restaurants, airports, medical, spectacular Gulf beaches and all that charming Safety Harbor has to offer! Walk to Philippe Park on Tampa Bay! An absolute must see!!