Property Description

Welcome to a sophisticated sanctuary in the heart of Placido Bayou, where timeless design meets everyday comfort in a luxurious setting. This custom-built estate is the last home constructed in this exclusive, guard-gated community, offering a rare opportunity to own a newer residence in one of St. Petersburg’s most desirable neighborhoods. Impressive features are everywhere you look, with soaring ceilings, a flexible floor plan, and curated upgrades throughout, including rich wood flooring and new impact-rated windows and doors. The heart of the home is a chef’s dream kitchen, featuring wood cabinetry, matte finish granite countertops, an instant hot sink, wine fridge, wet bar, spacious butler’s pantry, and pull-out pantry, all thoughtfully designed to host gatherings with ease and grace. This is the perfect place for both everyday living and grand-scale entertaining. The open-concept living area is set off the kitchen and centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace, enhanced by large glass doors that seamlessly open to a breathtaking outdoor retreat. Outside, nestled within the large yard, sits a fenced paver pool deck, with Pebble Tec pool, and dedicated pool bath, offering the perfect place to relax or entertain. The home sits at a high elevation, with no history of flooding, and is outfitted with a full-house generator ensuring uninterrupted comfort. The primary suite is a private escape, showcasing tranquil views of the lake, dual closets, and a spa-inspired ensuite bath with a stand-alone soaking tub, walk-in shower, and double vanities. Two guest bedrooms upstairs share a Jack and Jill bath with newly renovated walk-in shower. A spacious loft between the primary and guest bedrooms offers flexibility as a home office, art studio, or reading lounge. The flexible living spaces continue downstairs, with two large rooms, the ideal spaces for a home gym, play room, game room, or home theater. Additional features include an extra-large dining room with built in cabinetry, spacious laundry room, under-stair storage, electric blinds and plantation shutters, and a three-car garage, one bay currently configured as a convenient storage space. Every detail of this home has been designed with comfort and resilience in mind, from the brand-new tile roof and paver driveway to the seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Whether hosting gatherings or enjoying quiet evenings at home, this residence elevates daily living to something truly special. Beyond the elegance of the home lies a community that feels like a hidden paradise. Placido Bayou offers picturesque lakes for fishing, serene walking and biking paths shaded by mature trees, and a sense of peace that’s hard to find in such a convenient location. Just minutes away, you’ll find the vibrant waterfront of downtown St. Petersburg, home to award-winning restaurants, boutique shopping, world-class arts and culture, and exciting sporting events. Top-rated beaches, golf courses, and airports are all just a short drive away. The Racquet Club of St. Petersburg is located at the front of the neighborhood, where you can enjoy tennis and pickleball. This is more than a home, it’s a sanctuary. It’s Florida living at its finest. Welcome to your private paradise.