RATE BUYDOWN OFFER: 1-0 buydown lowers your interest rate by 1% during the first 12 months of their loan using the sellers preferred lender. Welcome to 13709 Stansil Avenue, designed for elegance, comfort, and flexibility, this expansive two-story home offers over 3,400 square feet of beautifully appointed living space backing to Starkey Wilderness Preserve on a coveted homesite with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, and a dedicated office that the homeowners thoughtfully customized with French doors to create a private and functional workspace. Every inch of this home exudes thoughtful craftsmanship and timeless appeal. From the moment you arrive, the curb appeal is impressive, featuring a stately Craftsman elevation with an upper-level balcony, manicured landscaping, and an inviting front entry. Step inside and you’ll be welcomed by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a perfect balance of open-concept flow and defined spaces. The homeowners reimagined the floor plan to provide both elegance and versatility, creating a separate office off the foyer adjacent to the formal dining room for those who work or study from home without sacrificing entertaining space. The heart of the home is the gourmet kitchen, designed for both culinary inspiration and gathering. It features stone counters, upgraded cabinetry, a gas cooktop, a built-in wall oven, a microwave, and stainless steel appliances. The large center island offers generous seating and workspace, complemented by a stylish backsplash and designer lighting. The open floor plan seamlessly connects to the great room, where high ceilings, recessed lighting, and views of the screened lanai, endless nature, and backyard create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The main floor also features a full bedroom and bath that functions perfectly as a guest or in-law suite, offering comfort and privacy for visitors. Upstairs, a spacious bonus room provides endless possibilities, from a media lounge or playroom to a secondary living space for relaxing or entertaining. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat with abundant natural light, and a spa-inspired bath that includes dual vanities, a soaking tub, and an oversized walk-in shower. Two walk-in closets have been designed for maximum organization and space. Secondary bedrooms are generously sized, two with a convenient Jack-and-Jill bath and an additional full bath next to the fourth upper bedroom, ensuring comfort for everyone. Step outside to your private backyard oasis, where you can unwind under the extended screened covered lanai or create your dream outdoor space perfect for a pool, garden, or summer kitchen. This home includes desirable upgrades such as elegant flooring, upgraded baseboards, stylish fixtures, built-in entertainment walls, and neutral designer paint tones throughout. The attached two-car garage offers ample space for vehicles, storage, and hobbies. Smart features such as UV lights on both ACs, reclaimed water, energy-efficient windows, hurricane shutters, whole-home saltless water filtration and softening system, water filter at the kitchen sink, and washer and dryer. Residents enjoy multiple pools, playgrounds, dog parks, 22 miles of walking and biking trails, a K-8 school, library, community gardens, sports fields, and year-round events hosted by a dedicated activities director. Minutes from shopping, dining, medical facilities, and the Suncoast Parkway, Tampa International Airport and the beautiful Gulf Coast. bit.ly/13709Stansil