COASTAL WATERFRONT LIVING AT ITS BEST !! Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 BEDROOM, 3 FULL BATH canal-front home in the highly sought-after waterfront community of HERNANDO BEACH. Offering GULF ACCESS VIA THE COMMUNITY BOAT LIFT, this home is perfect for boating enthusiasts, anglers, and anyone looking to embrace the Florida coastal lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the GREAT CURB APPEAL, DOUBLE DRIVEWAY, decorative STONE SHUTTER ACCENTS, and additional CARPORT for extra parking. Inside, the OPEN GREAT ROOM FLOOR PLAN is filled with natural light and showcases beautiful CANAL VIEWS, creating a warm and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The updated kitchen features QUARTZ COUNTERTOPS, crisp WHITE CABINETRY, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, and TILE FLOORING. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family and dining areas, where THREE FRENCH DOORS open to the spacious COVERED BACK PORCH, offering peaceful water views and the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee. The upper level features a spacious PRIMARY SUITE with LAMINATE FLOORING, a WALK-IN CLOSET, and a beautifully updated ensuite bath showcasing a CUSTOM FLOOR-TO-CEILING TILED SHOWER Primary Bedroom also has access to 2nd Bath with TUB/SHOWER combination . A generously sized second bedroom and an updated full guest bath with a TUB/SHOWER COMBINATION and washer/dryer hookup complete this level. The lower level provides excellent flexibility with a large THIRD BEDROOM, an updated THIRD FULL BATH featuring custom tile, a convenient LAUNDRY AREA, and direct access to the ONE-CAR GARAGE with additional storage space. Step outside to your private backyard oasis where you'll find a WOOD FLOATING DOCK, PRIVATE BOAT RAMP, FENCED YARD, and plenty of room to enjoy waterfront living. Whether you're launching your boat, kayaking through the canals, fishing from your dock, or simply relaxing, this property offers the best of Florida's Nature Coast lifestyle. WITH A FULL-PRICE OFFER, THIS HOME CAN BE SOLD FURNISHED. For added peace of mind, the seller has obtained insurance quotes with estimated homeowners insurance of approximately 2,978 per year and flood insurance of approximately 2,862 per year, providing valuable cost information for prospective buyers. Located in the desirable waterfront community of HERNANDO BEACH, residents enjoy a relaxed coastal atmosphere with easy access to the Gulf, waterfront restaurants, marinas, fishing, scalloping, kayaking, paddleboarding, and boating adventures. The community is well known for its laid-back lifestyle and easy access to Weeki Wachee Springs, Pine Island Beach, shopping, dining, medical facilities, and the Suncoast Parkway for a convenient commute to Tampa. HERNANDO BEACH is also a GOLF CART-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY, making it easy to explore local restaurants, parks, and waterfront attractions while enjoying everything Florida's beautiful Adventure Coast has to offer.