Extraordinary custom home offering a rare combination of architectural distinction, modern comfort, and a prime location in riverside heights! Meticulously maintained and offering 4 bedrooms, 2. 5 bathrooms, office or 5th bedroom option, plus a 43'x12' florida/bonus room, great for play area, or hobby room, and a 3 car garage, living space of 3,576 sq. Ft. And 4,698 sq. Ft. Under roof, all situated on a generous 65'x167' homesite! This decorator designed sanctuary offers a spectacular great room with rich maple floors and "antique pine" finish, a remote controlled gas fireplace, and integrated surround sound! The gourmet kitchen boasts: premium granite countertops, high end stainless steel appliances, two built in convection ovens, gas stove with decorative hood, custom cabinetry & shelving, abundant storage and breakfast bar! Entertainment continues with an elegant wet bar featuring a built in wine rack, refrigerator, & additional cabinets, plus a nearby granite island perfect for buffet service to the dining area! The first floor primary retreat offers a spacious walk in closet and a spa inspired en suite bathroom, with a japanese soaking tub, oversized shower, and dual sinks with granite countertops! Additional features: oversized office with built in bookshelves, wrought iron gate, private patio and side entrance. Florida room with fireplace, gas grill, and hot tub. Spacious laundry room with lg front load washer/dryer, utility sink, and walk in pantry! Ascend the ornate staircase featuring a wrought iron railing and a custom newel post, carved from a captain's desk, to find three spacious bedrooms and a jack & jill bathroom, with separate tub/shower area, and dual sinks! Architectual elements: bell tower with copper roof, gutters with copper downspouts, two peaceful fountains and your own decorative wishing well! Decorator touches: antique scrolled mahogany piano legs repurposed as foyer balcony supports. Decorative wrought iron accents. Stunning stained glass windows. Recent improvements in (2018) include: two new ac systems (5ton and 2. 5 ton), new gutters, fresh exterior paint, new shutters, new fence, new and expanded backyard deck! Additional amenities: double pane windows, rinnai tankless instant hot water heater, security system, pest guard system, gas plumbed for a whole house generator, backyard oasis with a natural gas fire pit! This community offers nearby parks and playgrounds, and easy access to downtown tampa, the riverwalk, armature works, water street, international mall, a marina and boat club, tampa international airport, usf health and professional sporting events!