1156 Darlington Oak Drive Ne, ST PETERSBURG, FL

About 1156 Darlington Oak Drive Ne

Panoramic lake views are enjoyed from nearly every vantage point within this immaculate 3-bed, 2 full-bath, single-level home in the lovely gated community of Placido Bayou. Artisan brick pavers line the driveway leading to the desirable 3-car garage & welcome you through professionally designed landscaping with accent lighting. Step inside the double front doors to the expansive living room with a picturesque view of the glistening lake - a bird lovers paradise! Gather with friends & family in the large screened lanai with over 400 SF additional space for outdoor dining or an outdoor living room. A schematic for pool design in this space is available upon request. Enter through the sliding glass doors to the open-concept gourmet kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, custom Maple cabinetry with pull-out shelves, custom ambient LED/Halogen lighting & granite countertops. When you are ready to retire for the evening, walk through the formal dining & entertainment space to the generously-sized primary suite. The stunning primary bathroom has been updated with an extraordinary walk-in shower, dual granite vanity & a fabulous walk-in closet with custom shelving. Family members and guests have their own retreat on the opposite side of the home with a pocket door for full guest privacy. One of the guest rooms features beautiful lake views and a large walk in closet with added electrical receptacles - ideal if used as a home office or craft room. An additional guest bedroom is located down the hall and adjacent to a large remodeled bathroom with a tub-shower. As you are heading to the garage, you will find a separate laundry room with a utility sink and storage cabinetry. Whether this home will be your primary residence or a second home, you will find peace of mind in the home’s rigorous maintenance schedule and improvements. The residence features a 5G alarm system which also monitors emergency and fire protection, updated seawall cap, an in-wall preventative pest control system, updated whole-home attic insulation, commercial-grade gutters with stainless steel downspouts, attic access over the garage with an upgraded stainless steel drop-down ladder and a utility sink in the 3-car garage- just to name a few! Residents adore the peaceful nature of the community. Walk among the sidewalks, fish in the lakes, bicycle to the nearby St. Petersburg Racquet Club and minutes from downtown, I-275, beaches & 2 international airports.

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