Big Price Reduction! This home is for the Boating Enthusiasts with Resilient Peace of Mind. Perfectly situated on an expansive waterfront lot, this exceptional residence offers wide canal views with direct access to Tampa Bay. Designed with the discerning boating enthusiast in mind, the home features a private Trex dock, complete with a 10,000lb boat lift, electric connections, and running water. With only one bridge to navigate, most boats can easily reach the open bay, offering scenic excursions, fishing adventures, and unforgettable encounters with dolphins and manatees along the way. Inside, this home is an inviting retreat, featuring bright, spacious living areas and high ceilings that create a sense of openness. The main living area flows seamlessly to the outdoors through triple 8-foot sliders, framing captivating water views. Both the Owner’s suite and a generous office/den also feature French doors leading to the lanai, where a screened area and deck provide the perfect setting for entertaining or quiet relaxation. The backyard offers plenty of room for a custom pool, should you desire to further enhance your private outdoor oasis. The gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home, with high-end stainless appliances, rich granite countertops, and an expansive 10-foot island ideal for culinary gatherings. It’s a perfect space to cook, dine, and share in the company of loved ones. The Owner’s suite is a retreat unto itself, with panoramic canal views and a luxurious ensuite complete with an oversized shower and a freestanding clawfoot tub for ultimate relaxation. Notably, this home has proven its resilience, remaining unaffected by recent hurricanes and standing as one of the few properties in the area that experienced no water intrusion, offering added peace of mind in this serene setting. Modern updates add to the home’s comfort and efficiency, including a durable metal roof (2016), an upgraded HVAC system (2018), and an energy-efficient tankless gas water heater. With no HOA or CDD fees, you’ll enjoy unrestricted ownership near the Apollo Beach Nature Preserve, parks, and top dining, all while being a short drive from Tampa, Sarasota, St. Pete, MacDill AFB, and the coast. Embrace a refined waterfront lifestyle with this uniquely resilient, thoughtfully appointed home, ideal for those ready to make every day a coastal retreat.