Escape the city as you pull into the executive-style community of The Trails at Van Dyke Farms. This lovely Rutenberg Rivera Palm X design is nestled on a huge WATERFRONT homesite, where shady oaks and palm-lined streets welcome you home. Upon entering, you will be greeted by an impressive open layout, streaming natural light, and 10 ft. volume ceilings. Amazing the entertainment-sized formal dining room & living room, perfect for the holidays. Cooking will be a delight in this enormous, updated gourmet chef's kitchen with granite countertops, 42" cabinets, double stainless steel ovens, counter depth refrigerator, a 4 burner gas stove, miles of cabinets for storage, a kitchen desk area, a floor to ceiling pantry! Start the day in the breakfast nook that overlooks the family room, a wood-burning fireplace, a wet bar, and the pool area. The master retreat includes private access to the pool, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom with an expansive dual sink vanity, granite countertops, a makeup area, a separate shower, and a garden tub. Everyone will enjoy the pool & spillover spa and expanded screened lanai overlooking the pond, making this the best spot to relax or entertain guests. The secondary bedrooms are spacious. The floorplan allows for a private bedroom & bath, ideal for a guest or in-laws. The office/2nd bedroom boasts a double-door entry and a large closet. Lots of upgrades include a newer Roof (9 yrs.) and A/C (approx. 10 yrs.) No flood insurance is required. No CDD and low HOA fee. This home is conveniently located within minutes of the community tennis courts, racquetball & basketball courts, a community fishing pond with a gazebo, athletic fields, miles of sidewalks, local golf courses, Publix, hospitals, Steinbrenner school district, dining, and shopping! The peaceful Van Dyke Farms community provides a desirable lifestyle, with convenient commutes to the airport and the Tampa-St. Petersburg and Clearwater business centers. There are tremendous nearby nature preserves, parks, and trails including the Brooker Creek, Upper Brooker Creek, and Upper Tampa Bay Nature Preserves; the Upper Tampa Bay and Suncoast Trails; and Lake and Rogers Parks. These amenities offer wonderful opportunities for hiking, biking, jogging, bird watching, and exploring. Feel free to ask for the virtual tour.
