This Terra Ceia Island home is located in a unique, historic, “Old Florida” community located at the south end of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. It boasts a low-density, serene tropical lifestyle, yet has excellent access to Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Bradenton/Sarasota. This beautiful custom designed home, built in 2011 on two acres, situated on Terra Ceia Bay, part of Greater Tampa Bay. Located on an Old Florida historic homesite with lush palms and fruit trees, and a 320 foot dock with boat lift. The homesite is situated on deep water, with no bridges, perfect access to the Gulf of Mexico. In addition to the 3450 square foot home, the property includes a 3800 square foot barn, which has been remodeled to include a large garage/workshop, storage rooms and two beautiful updated rental apartments with great potential for Airbnb or multi generational living. The home’s architectural design is suited to the Terra Ceia Island historic community, featuring Tabby stucco (shell) and Hardee Plank shingled exterior walls, and galvanized metal roofing. This home was constructed with the highest degree of craftsmanship, and to the most recent hurricane standards, including a whole house generator. This includes all Pella impact resistant wood windows, and custom solid mahogany doors, engineered to withstand 150 mph winds. Mahogany wood plantation shutters, kitchen island and architectural details throughout the home and solid oak plank floors throughout. The home features 3,450 square feet of air conditioned space plus spacious breezy porches on all sides. A large Living and Dining Room situated in the front of the first floor feature spectacular views of Terra Ceia Bay, with a custom designed gas fireplace, constructed from brick salvaged from the former 1890’s farmhouse originally on this site. A spacious custom-paneled Gallery with 24 feet of hidden storage closets provides excellent cross ventilation from the bay breezes, a guest half bath, and connects to the kitchen and family room. Custom cabinetry, a solid mahogany island, granite countertops, built in wine cooler, and built-in Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances complete the kitchen. The second floor features a massive Master Suite with bay views, adjoining sitting room and a private home office with water views. Call today for your private showing!