1771 Serpentine Drive S, St Petersburg, FL 33712

Description

Iconic Spanish Colonial home in the highly treasured historic Pink Streets! Unparalleled design and exquisite attention to detail are the hallmarks of this gracious, impeccably renovated to a new home standard situated on a rare 28,560-square-foot lot with parklike tropically landscaped grounds, stunning newly renovated pool and spacious Indian Sandstone paver patio, garden and entertainment spaces perfect for hosting family and friends. The design elements of this lovely home exemplify old-world sensibilities meets modern style and sophistication and was restored by master craftsmen and artisans. Featuring superior block construction with refurbished thick plaster walls and two-story breeze catching verandas characteristic of Spanish Colonial architecture, this four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home with oversized two-car garage with dedicated pool bath and storage space includes a distinctive designed roof with sturdy clay look concrete tile (double hurricane strapped) installed to emulate traditional Spanish tile roofs. Enjoy gourmet cooking in the custom-designed chef’s kitchen featuring hand-crafted solid wood furniture grade cabinetry, timeless antique seeded glass fronts, professional grade stainless steel appliances including five-burner Thermador gas cooktop and two convection ovens, handcrafted artisan tile backsplash, designer level natural quartzite stone countertops and convenient butler's pantry with baking station, Calcutta gold marble countertops and ample storage. Work from home in the stately library lined with custom milled Pennsylvania black walnut wood shelves with hand-turned columns that includes a hidden movie screen ideal for work-from-home presentations or movie nights. Relax in the elegant second-floor master bedroom with tranquil backyard views, three closets and a spa-like luxuriously appointed en-suite master bath. Highlights of the hand curated luxury finishes of this well-thought-out home include beautiful natural coral stone floors imported from the Dominican Republic and quarried to the homeowner’s specifications, sublime old-world inspired gas fireplace, distinctive hand-forged hardware, all new interior doors and baseboards of hand selected solid black walnut, captivating first-floor powder room with Spanish and Italian influences of hand-quarried stone wall, inset mirror, wall mounted faucets and one-of-a-kind marble basin vanity. An antique chandelier and wall sconces illuminate the dining room, natural sunlight bathes the family/garden room and the backyard vistas that beckon in the evening with delightful bird song along with warm tropical breezes from Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The garden offers a haven for nature to thrive and is a gardener’s delight with a rustic potting shed, native and tropical landscaping (including an avocado tree) and compost section. Located just moments away from two waterfront parks and close to award-winning beaches and thriving downtown St. Petersburg. No flood insurance required for this gorgeous home.