555 5TH AVENUE NE UNIT 1302

Grand, airy and brimming with natural light, the majestic penthouse at the Vinoy Condominium represents the pinnacle in understated elegance, security and privacy, and is truly in a class of its own. Encompassing the entire top floor, this sun-filled oasis includes three bedrooms, three-and-a-half baths, 5,013 square feet of interior living, and 1,678 square feet of wraparound balconies. The residence has just undergone a 2.5-year complete renovation including a meticulously redesigned floor plan to optimize use of space, and to create the perfect balance of luxury, comfort and warmth. Upon arrival, be captivated by the breathtaking water and downtown St. Petersburg views and then be enraptured by the rich finishes, soaring ceilings and level of craftsmanship and quality rarely experienced. The primary suite will delight the most discerning buyer and offers a private sitting area with wet bar and refrigerator, a huge custom walk-in closet, a thoughtfully designed resort-style spa-bath with Grohe fixtures, custom walnut cabinetry, plus a laundry. Walnut hardwood flooring is throughout most of the home and was finished on site. An oversized herringbone pattern is featured in the living and dining room areas and a handmade walnut, and burled walnut, parquet floor in the office. The custom kitchen is every gourmet chef's dream featuring exquisite walnut cabinetry integrated with Sub-Zero, Wolf and Viking appliances, Michelangelo honed marble countertops and custom-cut oversized French limestone flooring. For the wine lover, two Sub-Zero 146-bottle capacity wine refrigerators. Both guest rooms have en-suite baths and generously sized closets. A second main laundry features a Maytag washer and dryer, lots of storage and counterspace. A state-of-the-art fully customizable home automation system was installed by Mission IT, is driven by Savant and includes J Geiger motorized shades, Savant next generation lighting keypads, enterprise-level Firewall by Meraki, in addition to being prewired for up to 11 TV locations and 12 zones of speakers. The home has new hurricane-impact sliding doors and windows, and a new and completely redesigned air-conditioning system. Every aspect of the redesign and renovation of this home has been thoughtfully and thoroughly considered to enhance a lifestyle conducive to elegant entertaining, and also to low-key family living. Amenities include a heated pool and spa, fitness center and social rooms. Moments from many shops, restaurants and galleries and, for the fitness enthusiast, trails along the downtown waterfront are perfect for recreational activities. This home is also just 30 minutes from Tampa International Airport.