This classic 4 bed, 3 bath WATERFRONT Arthur Rutenberg ranch POOL home embraces you from the moment you drive up… with captivating curb appeal accentuated by elegant Mid-Century Modern touches, Zen vibes and paver drive - come on in and let us show you around! Stunning and sturdy with so many practical and thoughtful investments by the current owners including new hurricane garage door and front doors, extended patio and panoramic screens (so much the better to see your magnificent backyard and frequent MANATEE visits), and new tile floors throughout home. The flow of this home is BRILLIANT… with comfortable natural flow that encourages quiet conversations as much as entertainment of family and friends - primary suite is set apart as a separate wing and includes a second bedroom well-suited for little ones to be close by, a home office or even an elderly parent with the private bath that includes walk in shower. Center of home includes great spaces for living, dining, and family… all with beautiful natural light and large windows and sliders. Family room is a WOW WOW WOW with wood beams, vaulted ceilings and a statement rock wall fireplace and mantel open to kitchen, breakfast nook - leading to most incredible outdoor space and second wing of home! Let's stop for a moment at the outdoor space - this will be where most hours are spent thanks to the thoughtful details added by homeowners - from new wood composite ceiling to outdoor kitchen with gas power burner to new privacy wall complete with Sunbrite TV, sound bar and patio warmer. All with views of tropical backyard curated with natural fauna to attract butterflies and birds and shimmering saltwater canal that has become a safe little haven for sea life. Back to the indoors - don't miss the second wing of home that includes generous laundry room and 2 very nicely sized bedrooms and the 3rd bath. No detail has been missed and we would love to show you this beautiful home - note it is located in a highly desirable gated neighborhood that is conveniently and centrally located to hop on the Veteran's Express - a quick 7 minutes to fabulous Tampa International Airport - and all the other wonderful places that Tampa Bay has to offer! Quick to Downtown and South Tampa with great sports events, concerts and fine dining to Bridges heading to St. Petersburg downtown or beaches - it is an amazing location! Have peace of mind and rest assured - this home is high and dry, with no interior water intrusion. Owners invested in this as their forever home but a new out-of-state job has beckoned!