3616 w leona street

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Classic Mediterranean meets modern design in this better-than-new 2019 David Weekely resort-style pool home. On a tree & sidewalk lined street (NO FLOOD ZONE) in Palma Ceia, it’s a short 4 block walk or golf cart ride to A+ rated Roosevelt Elementary, a block from Corona Park plus shopping & restaurants, less than a mile to Bayshore Boulevard & 10 minutes to downtown Tampa or TPA. You’ll immediately notice the rich colors and stone to accent the entrance, brick paver driveway, re-designed landscaping with exterior lighting, irrigation system and extra french drains to keep the property dry. A clay barrel tile roof with double the lifespan of shingle, is both pest & weather resistant, & provides 20% energy savings over traditional roofs, adding value and beauty. An in-wall pest control system, dual zoned HVAC, security system, tankless water heater, low-E, hurricane impact resistant glass windows & doors & a 10 year transferable structural warranty ensure security, more energy savings & peace of mind. No expense was spared in the construction of the rear & turfed side yard. Features include: no maintenance composite decking, outdoor shower, 40 foot screened pool cage, auto-cleaning, gas heated, saltwater pool & spa with sunken stools for poolside entertaining, a sun shelf, & app-controlled LED lighting, bubblers & waterfall features, storage shed, an outdoor kitchen with stone countertops, refrigerator, KitchenAid grill & a modern tile backsplash. This private retreat is enclosed by an 8 foot high trellis of sweet-scented jasmine, mature palms & a full vinyl fence. Inside, hardwood flooring leads to an office with French doors, Restoration Hardware lighting & an expansive cooking & entertaining dream space. In the kitchen, soft gray cabinets stacked to the ceiling plus pantry offer ample storage & a deep apron-front sink, touchless faucet, pot-filler, 6 burner gas cooktop, 10 foot Cambria quartz island with seating, marble mosaic tile backsplash & stainless steel KitchenAid cafe series appliances speak to luxury buyers. With views of the sparkling pool and lanai, the dining area features a built-in buffet & cabinetry as well as a wine/beverage refrigerator. Hardwood flooring and recessed lighting continue throughout the great room with 10 foot ceilings, amplifying the feeling of spaciousness. Custom remote controlled woven shades create an intimate setting when desired. Tucked away down a private hall with views to the pool, the first floor primary en-suite has a stunning tongue & groove paneled tray ceiling, a bright, light bathroom with a glass and tile enclosed walk-in shower with rainfall & hand-held shower heads, dual sinks, private water closet & a customizable walk-in closet. On the second floor, a flex space with a wall of windows & Restoration Hardware lighting affords the opportunity for an additional living area, game room, exercise space, or play space. All 4 generously-sized secondary bedrooms, two with en-suite full baths, have walk-in closets & designer lighted ceiling fans ensuring comfort, privacy & storage for guests & family. Nearby, the laundry room, additional shared full bath, & bonus sound-insulated media/theater room complete this thoughtfully designed, spacious home. Meticulously maintained, start enjoying the easy, cosmopolitan-coastal lifestyle that only South Tampa offers. See feature sheet for monthly expenses. Select furnishings & electronics negotiable on a separate bill of sale.