Poised on the opening of a canal with immediate access to the Manatee River, this stunning Key West-inspired waterfront home has been remodeled to satisfy the aesthetic of today’s waterfront homeowner. The seller has spared no expense to craft a heaven on Earth that embraces the beautiful location. Breathtaking water views are seen throughout the home, accenting a thoughtful, multi-level floorplan with open living, hickory wood floors, and nautical tones. An eat-in chef’s kitchen is connected to family living and dining and offers a six-burner gas range, beautiful leather textured granite countertops, full wet bar and gorgeous solid wood, soft-close cabinetry. A large family room is the perfect gathering locale year-round with gorgeous stone fireplace and windows that overlook lanai and water. You’ll have plenty of space for guests or family with four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, and an optional fifth bedroom/study ensuite on the 1st floor. Outdoor living is beyond compare with multiple balconies, decks and an oversized paver pool lanai that instantly soothes a worried mind. Survey the landscape from an upper-level open-air balcony, have coffee on the main-floor screened balcony with tongue-and-groove ceiling, or take a dip in the pool. Easy access to the Manatee River and a private reinforced dock with composite decking, wrapped pilings, 100amp service, water and 13K-lb lift makes cruising to the Gulf a breeze. An additional item that adds to the home’s allure is the massive laundry room with dual washers, dryers and abundant cabinetry. The seller has made this property secure and energy efficient with brand new turtle glass impact windows and doors along with Iceynene spray foam insulation, metal roof (2012), whole-house generator, two electric tankless water heaters, LED lighting throughout and top-of-the-line security system. Other features of note include new cobalt blue Hardie board siding that gives the home it’s Key West flair. No deed restrictions mean you can bring all your toys and enjoy more flexibility. This home offers an air-conditioned three car garage with workshop and extended parking pad for RVs plus additional parking pad. A drywalled shed with electric and A/C unit provides additional storage. The list goes on and on, ask for the property update sheet to read about all that’s been done to this showstopper home.