8407 PORTAGE AVE Tampa, FL 33647

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Yes you can have it all! Breathtaking waterfront views, an open floor plan and recent upgrades that include a new roof! Nestled in the shade of lush mature landscaping on a quiet tree lined street with no front or rear neighbors, this is a rare find indeed. You'll love the 4-way split floor plan with 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, bonus/flex room, pool, spa and 3 car garage. Soaring ceilings greet you as you step through the double door entry. The expansive formal living and dining areas offer custom wall picture frame moldings, deep crown moldings, drop coffered ceiling in the formal dining room, 18x18 tile floor laid on diagonal, 8 ft sliding glass doors with transom window and dramatic pool and conservation views. The kitchen is generous in size and features raised panel Maple cabinetry, corian counters, high top bar, white appliance package, crown molding, a recipe desk area with extra storage, 2 large closet pantries and a separate breakfast nook. Bring the outside in with the wall of glass in the family room. It will become your favorite room in the home. It has fabulous conservation views, crown molding and 8 ft. sliding glass doors with pool access. Retreat to the private master en suite with generous walk-in closets, coffered ceilings and large bath. The master bath offers his and her separate vanities, garden tub and separate shower. The 5th bedroom is conveniently located off of the main foyer and has a grand double door entry with a powder bath just outside the door. The secondary bedrooms are generous in size and boast new carpet and paint. You'll love relaxing at the end of the busy day along the soothing pool or soaking in the heated spa. The lanai has been updated with refurbished pool cage, new screens, resurfaced pool and deck, new saltwater pool system and new pool heater. Other improvements include upgraded landscaping with molded curbing around the front gardens, new carpet in 4 bedrooms and family room, new interior paint in 4 bedrooms, finished floor in attic, timer for landscape lighting and exterior garage door opener. Community amenities include pool, tennis, basketball, volleyball courts and a child playground. Minutes to great schools, I-75, Flatwoods Park, theaters, retail shopping, restaurants and hospitals. Welcome Home!