Incredibly Rare Beautiful Mediterranean-style Waterfront Estate will impress you and your friends. One of only a few South Tampa waterfront homes to boast front and rear water views of Tampa Bay. Do not let the recorded age of the home fool you. In 2005 all but approximately 600 Sqft of the original structure was demolished, and the rest was built new. Shortly after the completion of the home, it was featured in the November 2006 edition of Tampa Bay Metro. The article titled “The Ultimate Florida Ranch Renovation.” The are so many unique things about this home. You will be impressed when approaching the Beautiful custom-castle security door at the courtyard entrance leading over a 14 ft handmade bridge from ironwood. The bridge covers over 17 species of large koi and relaxing waterfalls. Both will immediately impress guests before entering the front door of the home. The home lives like a ranch, with all but the second master on the first floor. The home has a modern open-concept floor plan with 20 ft ceilings. Unlike other newer homes, there are no steps to enter or leave the residence allowing the inside and outside to blend seamlessly. You will not find another South Tampa waterfront home that combines all these unique features into one house. The home sits on an oversized, nearly 11,500 Sqft homesite featuring over 6,000 under-roof square feet. The property has nearly $400k worth of landscaping that has taken years to mature. It sets the tone for the feel of the house, with the home thoughtfully designed around the lush greenery. Virtually every room has large windows and sliding doors that perfectly frame this incredible tropical oasis. When you walk outside and have your favorite music playing, you feel like you are on vacation at a 5-star resort. When you open the rear sliders, you will immediately notice the depth of the homesite. There is approximately 72 ft from the back slider to the edge of the rear property line. This allows for an unheard-of 40 ft vertical pool and spa. The backyard has multiple areas to entertain. From the fully equipped outdoor kitchen with natural gas Viking grill and hood system with two additional burners, refrigerator, and station and sink to prep. If you want to smoke a cigar or enjoy your favorite beverage, the natural gas firepit is under the gorgeous pergola w/ 10 ft columns and mature purple wisteria that has perfectly grown around the stone columns. The inside was constructed of the finest materials by some renowned artisans. All the custom woodwork throughout the home was done by Rex Montgomery, a brilliant woodworker who has created works for Paloma Picasso's home in Miami and many other renowned estates. The list of all the custom upgrades is far too long to include here. Please reach out and request the list. **Recent Market Activity: 42 Sandpiper Rd Sold--$12.35M. 20 Sandpiper Rd Sold--$9.026M.**