Seller will consider short term 12-24 month owner financing for a portion of the purchase price. ELEVATED WATERFRONT SANCTUARY! 13FT ELEVATION WITH FLOOD INSURANCE ANNUAL PREMIUM UNDER $1,000. This residence will captivate you with  sweeping views of Tampa Bay.  Imagine a home that provides open water views all while reaping the benefits of natural protection from Ross Island / Weedon Island preserve allowing you to keep a large vessel in the water in your very own backyard. Direct access to Tampa Bay no bridge restrictions. This mediterranean style home features 5 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a main level powder 1/2 bathroom perfect for guests. Ground floor garage has epoxy finish and easily can accommodate 4 cars. This home also features an elevator with ground floor access and a landing on each level of the home. Main living level is complete with a powder bath, a gourmet kitchen complete with Thermador double ovens, gas cooktop, built in refrigerator and freezer. An oversized island with prep sink.  Large pantry, custom cabinetry, and a breakfast nook all overlooking the water. Generous sized living room off of the kitchen with sliding pocketing doors that lead to a balcony with plenty of room for outdoor dining. Also on the main level is a formal dining room, 2 bedrooms and one full bathroom. 3rd level features a loft complete with built-ins perfect for an at home office or homework station. Large utility room with AV connections. A substantial primary suite with private balcony, two true walk-in closets, and a breathtaking en-suite bathroom. Primary bedroom and bathroom have such incredible views you might have a hard time getting out of bed before catching the breathtaking sunrises! Primary bathroom also features a large walk in shower with dual shower heads, rain head and 6 therapeutic body sprayers. Also on the 3rd floor are 2 additional bedrooms that share a full bathroom with tub/shower combo. Backyard is lush and tropical with mature landscaping ensuring ultimate privacy. Outdoor kitchen complete with natural gas grill, hibachi grill, a smoker, sink, and mini fridge. Saltwater pool with gas heated spa and a fire pit! There is nothing this backyard is missing. Quality built composite dock, newer seawall, and a 13k boatlift. 3 HVAC units and a nearly whole house Generac generator which means not even a power outage will stop you from living your best Florida life in this home. Quick and convenient access to TIA and Albert Whitted private airport. Ride your bike, take your golf cart, or boat to Downtown St Petersburg. 25 min to our world famous white sand beaches. Over 7500 total square feet under roof.   Incredible travertine floors, decks and driveway as well as hand scraped wood floors and stairs. Make an appointment to see this home and you won't regret it!