3830 SHORE ACRES BOULEVARD NE

This is a waterfront and/or boat lover's dream!  This five bedroom, three bath home overlooks a wide open portion of Smacks Bayou and is roughly a half mile on the water to the "open bay!"  This western facing water view over nearly 100 feet of water frontage allows for gorgeous sunsets, firework watching over downtown St Pete and the Vinoy, and even St Raphael's Church all from the comfort of your private screen enclosed 2nd story porch, expansive pool deck, heated spa, or your own private dock!   Although it's difficult to imagine spending too much time inside with a backyard like that, this home has a ton to offer including a large updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, tons of cabinet and counter space, tiled backsplash, overlooking the rear patio and family/living room, with a gas (propane) brick fireplace with custom built in bookcase, accompanied by a huge 5th bedroom and pool bath on the 1st floor.  While upstairs you will find 4 additional amply sized bedrooms a large jack/jill bath and a master bath with glass enclosed shower and jetted tub.  One bedroom features double doors leading to a front facing sun deck, while the master bedroom and one other open up to a 2nd floor 30x12 screen enclosed and covered patio overlooking the pool and waterfront!  Plus you'll find tons of closet, storage space, and built ins, 20" ceramic tile throughout 1st floor, an wood floors throughout the 2nd story, and 2 new HVAC and roof systems in 2018.  Outside in addition to the spectacular views you will also find the property to be tastefully landscaped with lots of tall bamboo and palm trees providing much desired privacy from your surroundings.  Which you'll appreciate while out enjoying your expansive pavered pool area with a 12x60 covered section overlooking the custom pool with kids wading splash area complete with multiple fountains and features, plus a recently resurfaced gas heated hot tub.  The water's edge is a gorgeous mangrove lined beach area which is not only clean and easy to maintain but also attracts a ton of wildlife like fish and manatees which you can easily view from the wood dock in great condition complete with a 12-14k boat lift. Out front you have a long driveway with dual "wrap-arounds" weaving through the large and partially covered parking areas and front entry.  The entire backyard is completely fenced and offers tons of storage with a newer wood shed, enclosed utility room.  Doubt this home will last long so call today for your private viewing!  **Seller providing $25k buyer credit toward recent water intrusion repairs with full price offer. (3D Virtual Tour available at https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=igT3WfPBQat&mls=1)