1031 ANCLOTE DRIVE TARPON SPRINGS FL 34689

Overview of 1031 Anclote Dr

Discover this truly one-of-a-kind tarpon springs retreat—an artist’s delight—located in the highly desirable sunset hills neighborhood. Set on a private, oversized, fully fenced lot on a natural ridge 25 feet above sea level, this home is just blocks from the anclote river and less than two miles from the gulf beaches. It is outside a flood zone, has never flooded, and comes with the benefit of no hoa restrictions. This secluded pool home includes a new horizontal shadow box fence and thoughtful custom artistic updates by only the second owners. Features include interior frosted glass panel doors and 5 1/4-inch trim (2024), custom lighting (2024), new ceramic tile in primary living areas (2023), and a beautiful wood-burning fireplace. Additional updates include a freshly painted interior (2024), lg stainless steel kitchen appliances (2024), and marble-surface bathroom vanities (2024). The eat-in kitchen offers solid surface countertops and a hand-done sea glass countertop. Practical upgrades include a grilling patio off the kitchen, new trane 3.5-ton hvac (2025), new electric panel (2023), new hot water heater (2025), automatic pool filler (2025), high-impact windows with hurricane shutters for all other openings, and a new 50-year architectural shingle roof (2023). The great room offers double sliding glass doors that open directly to the pool area, creating a bright indoor-outdoor living experience. The primary bedroom is spacious and features a walk-in closet. The second bedroom includes large double closets, providing excellent storage, and the third bedroom is currently used as an office, offering an ideal workspace or versatile flex room. All bedrooms are generously sized and well-appointed. Outdoor living shines with a screened lanai overlooking the sparkling plunge pool, lush tropical landscaping, pavered areas, a separate garden area, a new tuff shed with windows, and a large two-car garage with an additional parking area ideal for your camper or water toys. Fred howard park—just 1.5 miles away—is beloved for its sandy beach, scenic causeway, and calm waters perfect for paddleboarding and sunset walks, while nearby sunset park offers a quiet shoreline spot ideal for fishing, relaxing, and taking in serene gulf views. The home is also only 16 miles to world-famous clearwater beach, 30 miles to st. Petersburg, and 25 miles to tampa international airport. The historic sponge docks are just 2.5 miles and provide a vibrant historic district known for its waterfront dining, boutique shops, and charming maritime atmosphere. Downtown tarpon springs is just 2 miles away and hosts a vibrant historic district known for its popular first friday street festivals featuring live entertainment, shopping, and outdoor dining. Tarpon springs is a vibrant community with year-round public events including holiday boat parade, spring bayou seafood festival, a regional arts fair, summer concerts and movie nights at the beach, and a fall triathlon/duathlon. A choice home warranty is included through january 2027, completing this exceptional tarpon springs sanctuary.

This lovely single family home was built in 1981 and features 3 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms. This home for sale is 2,500 square feet, with 1,915 sq ft being air conditioned living space. The home has a 2 car garage and has a private swimming pool.

Directions to this property are as follows: From Alt. 19 North, Turn Left Onto W. Orange Street. Continue On N. Spring Blvd. Turn Left Onto Sunset Drive. Turn Right Onto Riverside Drive. Turn Right Onto Anclote Drive. 1031 Will Be On Your Left.

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