Description

Special Features: Resort styled pool and unique and special Guest House, a movie theatre, and two garages --One with a car lift and air compression. The 1503 Limona estate is true to the Southern Colonial styled home that show cases a Greek temple façade with painted white columns that mimic the marble used in ancient Greece, a gently sloping roof, accents of dormer windows & trim between the roof the 7 columns. The lush front yard is fenced and gated. One may park to the left on the extended paver pad or turn into the double wide driveway (that encircles an exquisite fountain) & park in front of the front door. The front of the house is symmetrical: a stately front door with side wood framed glass side panels is flanked by 2 sets of French doors. These French doors lead into the kitchen, the dining room, and the living room. The grand entrance Atrium is awe inspiring & opulent with fluted Greek columns, multiple levels of filigreed crown molding & entrances to the formal & informal areas on each side. At the far end of the atrium, 2-story high windows & the French doors & windows below allow one to see the beautiful courtyard, pool, & guest house beyond. Other striking features are the elegant crystal chandelier & the framed mural on the wall just above the entrance. All here is designed with luxurious details. The opulence is carried into the formal dining room with a recessed ceiling & mural surrounded by multi levels of molding. An elegant crystal chandelier is centered here. Paneled lower walls with wainscotting, ornamental crown molding, French doors to the front porch, & a doorway to the kitchen compliment the parquet flooring. The kitchen is wonderfully laid out & sports high-end appliances including a gas 6 burner Thermidor stove top, Sub-zero refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, & a center island with a stainless-steel farm sink. A prep/utility room houses a second dishwasher, a sink, the washer & dryer, cabinetry, & a wine cooler. Informal areas include a large dining space next to the family room with a Mahogany bar & a fireplace. The movie theatre is theatrical to say the least. The fact that both formal and informal areas lead to the courtyard is inviting. Guests stroll to the resort styled pool & patio, enter the unique and special GUEST House (with a full efficiency kitchen, bathroom & laundry room.), & enjoy the outdoor kitchen/dining room. BUT wait, there is more! A large bonus room is attached to the guest house & a rare find is the full workshop garage with air compressor. Enjoy your car restoring or other hobbies here. Carports for 3 cars, 3 storage sheds, & a separately fenced in dog run are other features. This home abounds with wonderful & unique spaces. It is ideal for those that love to entertain, have multiple pets or need a guest house, a bonus room or extra garages. Other key features include a whole-house ethernet network upgrade, a 13-camera security system, a whole-house generator, & gas tankless water heaters. Limona Rd is located within easy access to the Selmon Crosstown Expressway & other major roadways. Downtown Tampa, the Amalie Arena, & Channel side are just 18 minutes away, & the Tampa International Airport is a little over 30 minutes. The Westfield Brandon Mall, entertainment & dining venues, & new medical care facilities are just minutes away. Brandon is a thriving community offering experiences for all to enjoy. CALL now to see this outstanding estate. Agents see realtor remarks about a Bonus.