Listings by Collette Richardson

Located on a double corner lot with over 19,000 square feet of land, this three-story home overlooks the serene waters of Bayou Bonita. Constructed in 2006 with Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction, this custom-built home is designed for resilience against severe weather. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, the 4,080 square feet of living space is bathed in natural light and boasts an open floor plan. Entertainment options abound with a media room equipped with stadium seating and surround sound, a gym, a game room, and nearly 1,000 square feet of bonus space on the first floor. The sizable eat-in kitchen, complete with a pantry and coffee bar, opens to the great room and a large balcony offering expansive views of the surrounding waters. Upstairs, the very spacious primary en-suite includes a private balcony overlooking the water. The primary bath features a large walk-in shower with body jets, a Jacuzzi tub, dual vanities, and his-and-her walk-in closets. Down the hall, there is another en-suite bedroom, a third bedroom, and an additional bath. Outdoor amenities include an updated deeded dock with a 10,000-pound boat lift, a 2022 custom-built saltwater pool that is heated and cooled, and a new covered dining/entertaining pavilion with all-weather lighting and fans for comfort when you're ready to be out of the sun. The home is equipped with modern utilities such as natural gas, a tankless water heater, and a Generac generator for continuous power. Additional updates include a new electrical panel, new fencing with electronic gate entry for enhanced privacy and security, and a shaft designed to accommodate a future elevator. Call us to schedule your tour of this exceptional home and experience the best in luxury and resilience.

This striking all concrete 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, home is located on Deep Sailboat water with sweeping views of Big Bayou and 97 ft of frontage. It is a rare and exceptional example of “TROPICAL MODERN”, a variation of Mid-Century Modern architecture seen mostly in South Florida and Cuba. Extensive updates have made this a 21st Century home in keeping with its rich history and design. The courtyard entryway with its curated gardens and artful walls envelope the home in privacy and serenity. Almost immediately after entering the covered entry, you are greeted by the wide views of the water, pool, and backyard entertaining from the Florida Room with 10’ ceilings and concrete plank beams, Saltillo Tile, a living room Fireplace, and Remote Blinds. Akin to a lighthouse, a two story semi-circular tower with multiple windows houses the dining alcove with a custom made terrazzo table on the first floor and on the second floor is the primary bedroom, topped by a dome of clerestory panes. An updated kitchen designed by Don Strobel in 2018 includes quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, Sub Zero refrigerator, Wolf 5 burner gas stove, Bosch double ovens, warming drawer, and speed microwave. Also on the first floor, a beautiful owners suite includes sitting room and en-suite bedroom combination with organized closets and plantation shutters. Italian Porcelain Tile, an original banister with solid maple stairs leading you to the second floor with Cuban Tile throughout are just but a few of the appointments that make this home so notable. There are 3 Bedrooms and 2 baths upstairs and the main bath has been fully renovated with a large shower and mosaic tiling. There is a workshop and laundry room with new washer, dryer, and freezer and an updated 200amp electric panel. An outside entertainment area with a Sekas Saltwater, Quartztech Trapezoid Pool, Spa, and Concrete Dining Pavilion with gas outdoor fireplace provide a wonderful venue to enjoy the water, beautiful sunsets, good friends and family. Finally, a 60 ft composite dock leads to deep water with easy access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. You won’t be disappointed by the finish and design of this one of a kind property. Call for your private tour.

This grand 4 Bedroom, 3 Bath home with 3541SF offers plenty of room for entertaining, a big boat, and even bigger views. Set on a 15,150sf high and dry lot with no bridges to Tampa Bay, there’s ample parking for an RV or a Boat with Trailer. With a 113’ of waterfront, the deep water once was home to a 42’ Trawler with a 5’ draft. This home has continued to be renovated and improved by the long time owners with PGT Winguard Impact Windows and Doors, Plantation Shutters, electric shades, and so much more. An attached, oversize garage boasts 775sf of room and the yard is fully fenced. Upon entering the beautiful custom front door, the Wave, you’re welcomed with natural light flowing abundantly throughout the home. The first level has solid stone floors, gray slate from India. The two sided fireplace is constructed of Key Largo Lime Stone. There is a first level bedroom and bathroom/pool bath, with it’s own HVAC and water heater, perfect for easy access. A large, open room downstairs serves as a formal dining, game room, or family room designed to adapt to your lifestyle needs. The home has integrated surround sound for your electronics. A large kitchen, updated in the last 5 years, offers a breakfast area, double ovens, ice maker, trash compactor, large refrigerator, and propane gas cooktop. With lots of storage throughout, the first floor also has a laundry room and office. All of this opens to a large screened, resurfaced and updated pool with an enormous amount of space for entertaining and the wonderful water front. Up the wide staircase, you’ll find the substantial primary en-suite bedroom with a large walk-in, organized closet, primary bath with tub, separate shower, double sinks and commode room. From this bedroom, you have views of the pool and the open water of Little Bayou and Tampa Bay. For even better views, step onto the large, private deck of this bedroom. Two well sized bedrooms and a second bath round out the upstairs. Brazilian Cherry floors span the entire second floor. Located in a great neighborhood with easy access to the beaches and downtown, this is must see for waterfront living at its best.