$799,000

About This Property

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this exceptional lakefront retreat in desirable Odessa, where extensive updates, expansive outdoor living, and a stunning .72-acre homesite combine to create a truly special property. This fully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 2,072 heated square feet and 3,960 square feet under roof, plus an oversized 4-car garage with a private air-conditioned office not included in the heated living area. Throughout the home, beautiful views of the pool and Lake Julia create a peaceful backdrop. Outstanding curb appeal is enhanced by meticulously designed landscaping, artistic accents, a large driveway, fresh exterior paint, brand-new double front doors, and a new shingle roof (2025). Impact-rated windows, sliders, and skylights installed between 2023 and 2025 provide abundant natural light and added peace of mind. Inside, luxury vinyl plank flooring and designer finishes flow through the main living areas. The formal living and dining rooms showcase pool and lake views, while the dining room features a remote-controlled exterior shade. The spacious primary suite enjoys direct access to the outdoor living area and stunning water views. Its remodeled bath features quartz countertops, dual sinks, designer tile, custom cabinetry, a new toilet, and a walk-in closet with built-ins. A split-bedroom layout offers privacy, and the secondary bath has also been updated with quartz countertops. The reimagined kitchen, renovated in 2023, is designed for both daily living and entertaining. Features include modern cabinetry, extensive pull-out shelving, deigner backsplash, a built-in coffee station, large island, quartz countertops, vented hood, recessed and decorative lighting, stainless steel appliances, and under-sink water filtration. The kitchen opens to a spacious family room with cathedral ceilings, built-in cabinetry, surround sound, and a TV that conveys. A convenient pass-through window connects directly to the lanai and pool area. Outdoor living is exceptional. The expansive screened lanai overlooks a large pool and spa with a renovated pool deck, updated tile, newer screening, and a convenient half bath. Beyond the pool, the property stretches to Lake Julia, where a newer Trex dock with lighted steps provides the perfect setting for fishing, paddle boarding, boating, or simply enjoying the abundant wildlife and spectacular sunsets. Additional improvements include a whole-house generator (2025), new well, newer spa heater, 2022 gas water heater, 2025 washer and dryer, septic system, whole-house conditioner, and water softener. The air-conditioned garage office offers flexible space, and one garage bay could potentially be converted to an additional living area, subject to approvals and permitting. Conveniently located approximately 20 minutes from Tampa International Airport, 35 minutes from downtown Tampa, and 35 minutes from Gulf beaches, this remarkable property offers the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and convenience.