PRIVATE TROPICAL GULF OF MEXICO LUXURY ESTATE – Experience luxury waterfront living on 23 acres on the Gulf of Mexico. This extraordinary estate embodies the essence of coastal luxury. Immerse yourself in breathtaking water views that unfold seamlessly from every room, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and serenity. This magnificent property offers unparalleled privacy and convenience for outdoor enthusiasts. Step inside to discover a world of opulence, where every detail has been meticulously crafted for comfort and style. Gated, safe & secure, protected by state-of-the-art security system and cameras, and a whole house generator that will run the entire home for a month. A 40+ car garage, with height for car racks and 12 break-away garage doors, including a utility door, for Helicopter or RV and it spans the entire space under the home. In impeccable condition, this residence makes an ideal family home or retreat, with ample accommodation for guests, including 5 bedrooms and 5/2 baths in just under 10,000 sq ft of living area. Outside a magnificent west facing terrace extends the entire length of the home. Breathtaking Gulf views can be enjoyed throughout the property, comprised of over 23 acres, with over 1,100 feet of waterfront on the Gulf of Mexico. One of Florida’s most captivating Gulf Coast homes, this private, opulent home is cleverly designed to maximize its position overlooking the Gulf of Mexico.
The 17’ grand foyer, with a stunning pin glass chandelier, opens to a formal living room with triple built up molding, double tray lit ceiling.

A 17’ ft travertine marble mantle surrounds an oversize gas fireplace, west facing bay window, motorized chandelier, faux painting, custom murals, and custom multi-layer draperies. Dining room with 17’ ft ceilings, triple built up moldings, double lit tray ceiling, motorized chandelier, built in lit recessed wall for china hutch, custom faux painting and custom multi-layer draperies. The library has a motorized chandelier, built in file cabinets, lighted upper cabinets, solid brass hardware, French doors, granite counters and custom multi-layer draperies. An arched entrance opens to the butler’s pantry, with a pass through, wet bar, granite counters, cherry wood cabinetry, with lighted upper cabinets and bar refrigerator. The spacious, fully equipped gourmet kitchen is lavishly appointed, with a 2 tier wrap around breakfast bar, large island with a Mystic River sink, top of the line Viking appliances & GE Monogram separate full-sized refrigerator & freezer doors, oversized Italian travertine marble range chimney with pot filler, solid cherry 42” cabinets, built in desk area, a walk-in pantry with custom cabinetry with pull out drawers, shelving, granite, and a rolling ladder.

The kitchen opens to the adjacent informal dining room and family room with coffered 12’ ceiling, faux painted to resemble wood, gas fireplace with blower, built ins with granite and cherry wood, and sliding glass door, all rooms with west facing windows offering sublime views of spectacular seascape of the Gulf beyond.

There is easy access to the resplendent terrace, 92’x14’, travertine floors, Twin Eagle outdoor kitchen with wet bar, ice bin, gas grill with rotisserie, 2 burner gas stove, cypress tongue and groove ceilings, surround sound, rubberized paint specialized for salt air, vinyl siding.

Architecture softened with many curved walls and rounded corners, a hallway with Tuscany wall mural curves around past the 350-bottle wine room with built-in cigar humidor, custom temperature controls, shelving, with a mahogany, glass & wrought iron wine room door. Through the curved hallway, past the wine cellar, there is a half bath and then into the convenient, spacious laundry and mud room, with built in cabinetry, granite, utility sink, floor mop sink, 2 Bosch washers, 2 Bosch dryers, bins for laundry baskets, double hanging closet & linen closet. Mud room has granite window seats with under seat storage drawers.

A split floor plan with a separate hallway with four bedrooms, ideal for family or guests, all feature cherry plantation shutters, ceiling fans, wood floors, custom walk-in closets, all with en suite bathrooms, granite countertops, wood cabinetry, tiled, walk-in showers with glass doors. The 4th bedroom has a lovely barrel ceiling with faux painted clouds with rope lighting, in the entry. The spacious elevator is conveniently located near the kitchen.

Onward to the billiard room, resplendent with yet another oversized gas fireplace covered in granite, built in solid cherry cabinets, granite countertops, wet bar, built in refrigerator, coffered ceiling, faux paint on walls & ceiling with a 4-panel sliding glass door leading out to the terrace with perfect west facing views of the Gulf of Mexico.

The impressive theatre, professionally designed, built and sound-proofed, has 3 tiers of custom leather recliner seating for 20, plus bar seating for 8, constellation ceiling, surround sound, acoustic paneling, 10’x6’ screen, wet bar, refrigerator, cabinetry, and, across the hall, the theatre powder room is conveniently located.

Enter the lavish, luxurious, and cozy master suite through double doors, a sumptuous sitting room is inviting with a wet bar with granite, cherry wood and cherry paneled 2 drawer refrigerator, a double-sided gas fireplace with 2 custom mantles, set in a lighted arched wall, which separates sitting room from the Master Bedroom, with coffered ceilings, faux paint, and cherry plantation shutters. Through sliding glass doors, the suite opens out to the terrace. The luxuriant en suite bath is resplendent with appointments: double sinks built in solid cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, recessed lighting, enormous, oversized jetted tub with waterfall, aromatherapy, and lighting features, faux painted stone columns with painted mural in niche behind tub, two landscape murals on curved walls opposite tub. Separate lavatory with sink, cabinets, bidet, and pocket door for privacy. A lavish wrap around shower for two with entry from either side, with two shower seats and two rain showerheads, his and her heated towel racks, and a sauna room.

Two massive walk-in custom closets, with built in cabinets, shoe racks and shelving. Her walk-in closet has an additional locked jewelry closet and has a second level reached by a stairway leading to a gift-wrapping room with vaulted ceiling, built in cabinets, granite desk, wood drawers and cupboards.

A few steps upstairs, a cozy upper level includes an office dubbed “The Captain’s Quarters” due to its exquisite view, with plantation shutters, wood floors, double sliding French pocket doors, separating it from the gym, with wood flooring, and a second set of stairs, a beautiful cherry wood spiral staircase returning to the sitting room in the master suite.

The garage, boasting nearly 9,000 square feet of area has 12 garage doors, one high enough to accommodate storage for a large RV or a Robinson helicopter, and has enough room to store as many as approximately 40+ vehicles. The garage has surround sound and is plumbed to add another bathroom if desired. With over 30,000 square feet of brick pavers, the motor court is helicopter landing accessible.

Outdoors, the expansive grounds include enviable highlights. Among the beautiful, mature landscaping and oceanfront wilderness, with professional landscape lighting, there is a boathouse, an original structure, built in 1943 with wood decking all around with a boat dock, inside has all wood ceilings, wood walls, wood blinds, wood look vinyl floors, perfect for use as a yoga studio, or art studio. This is near the concrete boat ramp which also has a wood boat dock.

One of the outbuildings is another original structure built in 1928 as a barn. This structure will bring to mind endless possibilities for its uses. It has living area and 1 bedroom downstairs and a loft upstairs with a half bath.

The extensive property boasts double asphalt tennis courts, lighted and fully fenced, with covered bench area amid the beautiful coastal wilderness. On the Gulf side of the residence, there is a lovely, lighted bridge, which leads to a private island boasting a floating boat dock with space to enjoy Florida’s fine evenings in a beautifully serene and natural setting. There is also a convent area to launch kayaks. It is common to see manatee, dolphin, otters, bald eagles, white pelicans, and Merganser ducks among the teeming wildlife. Activities range from tennis, fishing, swimming, boating, and snorkeling, to simply soaking up the sun while enjoying the serene surroundings and enjoying a cocktail before dinner. This home blends luxury with privacy, comfort and superb views. Legacies are rare, and seldom can they be purchased. The offering of this fine estate presents just such a unique opportunity for the discriminating buyer.


*** Notable Features ***

Part A - Construction and Outdoor Features

• Gated Entry with Camera and Intercom
• State of the Art Security System and Cameras
• Double front doors, Brazilian Mahogany resists hot weather, with leaded glass, hurricane engineered, 12’ H, 2 3/4” thick with leaded glass, made by Artistic Doors
• Surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico with panoramic views
• Built by Bob Showalter Custom Builders in 2007
• Built to withstand Category 5 Storm
• Every wall built using 2”x6” construction to top
• Icynene Insulation
• Elevation built up, on pilings
• Breakaway walls all surrounding downstairs walls
• Roof Hanson 50-year cement tile – made to exceed 155 MPH
• Simonton Stormbreaker Hurricane & Low E windows
• Cement board downstairs & in all bathrooms
• All newer Trane A/C units (3) energy efficient, variable speed, serviced every 6 months by Air-Pro.
• Halo Professional Air Purification System in each A/C handler
• Humidistat on all three units
• All Propane – Three 500-gallon underground propane tanks, 60 KW
• Whole house Generac generator will run entire house for 2 weeks to 1 month-
Generator serviced annually
• Rinnai tankless water heaters (3) with digital readout
• Water Softener NEW 8/2021
• Home engineered to be self-sustaining – Very low electric and water bills
• Extensive security system with video surveillance throughout property and home
• Alarm system – Including garage doors
• Security Cameras NEW 4/2020
• Gated private entrance with intercom and camera
• Spectrum installed main junction box on property for exceptionally high-speed cable, internet & Cat 5
• Hard wired smoke detectors
• Drainage system for removing any excess water from property
• Gravity fed retention areas
• Septic system, high area adjacent to tennis courts for septic field –
• Septic system pumped, serviced, and inspected 9/2021 (Cliff’s Septic) & NEW Pumps and Floats installed 4/2020 (EMS)
• Professionally landscaped property
• Professional outdoor lighting on home and landscaping
• Multi-zoned sprinkler system for entire property
• Two (2) Rainbird Control Clocks NEW 6/2023
• Two (2) outdoor spigots have hot & cold water
• Sherwin Williams Emerald Paint (Rubberized) especially for Florida weather used on entire residence
• Helicopter landing accessible in motor court
• Garage for 40+ cars, high enough for car racks
• Garage to accommodate Robinson Helicopter
• Over 30,000 sq. ft. of brick paver motor court
• Double asphalt tennis courts, lighted and fully fenced, with covered bench area
• Large elevator in residence
• Elevator shafts all cement board
• Gas lanterns at front entrance, custom made in New Orleans
• 12 break-away garage doors
• Epoxy floor in in entire garage and both stairwells
• Garage plumbed for adding additional bathroom
• Garage has electrical main breaker and breaker panel for future pool.
• Boat House built in 1943
• Outbuilding - built 1928 original as a barn
• Stationary dock and large floating dock
• Private boat ramp on property
• Bridge (lighted) over to private island (where floating dock is located)
• All original blueprints and schematics are available including plans for a pool
• Full Boundary Survey, Topographical Survey & Elevation Certificate 9/21 by Polaris Associates Inc.


Part B – Indoor Appointments and Features

• Baldwin Archetype solid bronze sand cast door hardware with lifetime warranty
• Baldwin interior hardware with lifetime warranty
• Custom Mosaic medallion of granite & marble in Grand Foyer
• Imported Pin Glass chandelier in grand foyer
• Total of 4 Chandeliers, all of which are motorized, in foyer, formal living room, formal dining room and library.
• Custom window treatments throughout residence
• Impact windows
• 4 gas fireplaces, one of which is double sided in master suite
• Triple and double build up crown moldings
• Double lighted tray ceilings with 4 levels, under lighting, recessed lights, up lighting
• Bay windows facing Gulf of Mexico
• Stonework by Stone Age Design
• Faux paint, Trompe-l’oeil & murals by Art Inherited
• Barrel Ceilings with murals
• Coffered Ceilings
• Inset archways
• Butler’s Pantry/Wet Bar - Built in 42” cherry cabinets, lighted glass to show barware, sink with Möen Showhouse bronze faucet, stainless bar refrigerator, granite counter, generous storage space
• Upgraded ogee edge on granite countertops throughout the home
• Granite countertops throughout, including closets
• Custom molding in all rooms
• Rounded wall corners
• Curved walls
• Custom multi-layer draperies
• La Pacho Brazilian oak flooring – does not fade
• 24”x24” Travertine, laid on bias
• French Doors
• Built ins with solid cherry wood cabinets & granite
• Laundry with Bosch 2 washers & 2 dryers, mop sink, granite desk area, double hanging closet & linen closet
• Central whole house vacuum system
• Mud room with granite window seats and under drawer storage
• Surround sound and intercom system throughout house and garage
• Billiard room French door entry, gas fireplace, granite, built in solid cherry cabinets, copper sink, built in refrigerator, coffered ceiling, 4-sliding glass doors to the Gulf facing terrace
• Theatre, 20 reclining seats, wet bar, 8 bar seats, constellation ceiling, acoustic paneling, 10’x6’ screen, professionally built and soundproofed
• Theatre powder bath with mosaic marble floor and walls & hammered copper sink
• Kitchen with 2 tier wrap around breakfast bar, seats 10 bar stools
• Kohler Fixtures
• Kitchen island includes Mystic River sink and deep pot single sink
• Franke Oceana main sink
• Instant hot water faucet
• Pot filler on travertine marble range chimney
• Custom oversized Italian travertine marble kitchen range chimney
• Diamond tumbled travertine backsplash in kitchen
• GE Monogram appliances – 36” refrigerator and a separate 36” freezer
• Viking Ice Maker – 4/20
• Viking 60” stove with 24” griddle, stainless, gas
• 2 Viking warming drawers under stove, stainless
• 2 Viking built in microwave ovens, stainless
• Viking trash compactor
• Bosch Appliances – 2 Washers & 2 Dryers, 2 stainless dishwashers
• Large walk-in pantry with rolling ladder, pull out drawers, custom cabinets, granite
• Built in desk area in kitchen with cabinetry and storage
• Library with built in lighted upper cabinets and file cabinets, French doors
• Wine Cellar custom temperature controlled, holds 350 bottles, cigar humidor, mahogany, glass & wrought iron wine room door
• Informal dining room with all Gulf facing windows, built in sideboard and cupboards
• Outdoor Kitchen on 92’x14’ terrace, cypress tongue and groove ceilings, surround sound, wet bar, granite, stainless bar, sink, ice bin, Twin Eagle gas grill, rotisserie, 2 gas burner stove, Sherwin Williams Emerald rubberized paint to withstand salt air, travertine flooring, vinyl siding
• Master Suite – double solid core raised paneled doors, sitting area with double sided fireplace & custom mantle, 2 drawer refrigerator with cherry panels in sitting area, cherry plantation shutters and custom draperies,
• His and Hers separate walk-in custom closets, built in cabinets, clothes hampers, shelving. Her walk-in closet has an additional locked closet, spiral staircase to 2nd story of her closet, featuring gift wrapping room, built in cabinets, granite desk, solid wood drawers, cupboards, and vaulted ceiling.
• Master En Suite – Double sinks, built in solid cherry cabinets, marble counters, pocket doors for privacy, double jetted tub with waterfall, aromatherapy, lighting features, faux painted stone columns with painted mural in niche behind tub, private lavatory with sink, and built-in cabinets, bidet. Full wrap around shower for two with glass doors, 2 rain shower heads, his & hers heated towel racks, sauna
• Gym – upstairs from Master Suite
• Office – on top level, next to gym, panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico, plantation shutters, sliding double pocket French doors
• Split floor plan, 4 bedrooms opposite of residence from Master Suite, all with cherry plantation shutters, ceiling fans, wood flooring, en suite, walk-in custom closets



Part C – Other Structures on Property

• Boathouse – Original structure, built in 1943, all wood inside including ceilings, walls, blinds, wood look vinyl flooring.

• One of the outbuildings is another original structure built in 1928 as a barn. This structure will bring to mind endless possibilities for its uses. It has living area and 1 bedroom downstairs and a loft upstairs with a half bath.

Part D – Nearest airports to Spring Hill

• Tampa International Airport - 34.7 Miles / 55.8 kilometers
• St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport – 40.4 miles /65.1 kilometers
• Orlando International Airport – 74.1 miles / 119.2 kilometers
• Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport – 74.8 miles / 120.4 kilometers

Smaller Airports Near Spring Hill

• Pilot Country Airport – 11500 Pilot Country Dr, Spring Hill
• Tampa North Aero Park – 4241 Birdsong Blvd, Lutz, FL
• Tampa Bay Executive Airport – State Road 54, New Port Richey, FL
• Hidden Lake Airport Fa40 – 8901 Airway Blvd, New Port Richey, FL
• Brooksville – Tampa Bay Regional Airport / 6 miles from residence


Outdoor Area Waterparks include:

• Sun West Park – Activities include Wakeboarding, Aqua Park, Paddle Boarding, Beach Volleyball
• The Lift Adventure Park – Wake Park, Aqua Park, Paddle Board, Kayak, Camps


Spring Hill Private Schools:

• Challenger Magnet School – Kindergarten – 8th Grade
• Spring Hill Christian Academy – Pre-K – 12th Grade
• Notre Dame Catholic School – Pre-K - 8th Grade
• Faith Christian School - Kindergarten – 12th Grade
• Wider Horizons School – Pre-K – 12th Grade
• Berkeley Preparatory School in Tampa - Pre-K – 12th Grade with private
hire pick up and drop off in Spring Hill