A tranquil, private lifestyle awaits in this beautiful upgraded waterfront home with lush tropical landscaping on Terra Ceia Island, just south of I-275 and the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The home offers an idyllic lifestyle in the quaint, historic community of Terra Ceia, which has a post office, two churches and original schoolhouse. It is also convenient to St. Petersburg, Tampa, Bradenton and Sarasota. Hardwood flooring, neutral colors and abundant natural light are found throughout the 1,844-square-foot 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. The split floor plan includes a Florida room, living room and remodeled kitchen and bathrooms. Chefs will be in their element in the well-appointed kitchen, offering expansive granite counters and built-in Kenmore Elite and KitchenAid stainless-steel appliances, including a double oven. Other features include ample cabinets and storage drawers, a pantry and breakfast bar overlooking the spacious dining area. Sliding glass doors open to a deck perched above the canal - a perfect spot for savoring the picturesque tropical surroundings. Stairs from the deck descend to the saltwater pool, deck and dock. The lower level features a 4-car garage and a large storage room that could be converted into a pool cabana area, workshop or other space that suits your needs. The property's canal-side dock is the starting point for watercraft adventures to the Gulf, just minutes away with no bridges to navigate. Other notable upgrades include a 2023 irrigation artesian well pump, 2020 Jacuzzi pool heat pump, plus a newer tankless water heater and HVAC system. A 2021 whole-house Generac generator and hurricane shutters for all windows provide peace of mind. Terra Ceia is a golf cart community with no HOA and an optional $250 annual membership in the Community Village Civic Association, which is housed in Terra Ceia's old schoolhouse. The association offers a private hall as well as a park with a pavilion, playground, boat ramp and dock on Terra Ceia Bay.