Perfectly positioned on a serene lakefront lot within the guard-gated community of Placido Bayou, this custom-built residence offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and effortless Florida living. From the moment you step inside, soaring ceilings and tranquil water views immediately draw your eye, creating a bright and welcoming sense of space. The kitchen is thoughtfully tucked away for privacy while remaining connected to the main living areas through an open breakfast bar, ideal for both everyday living and casual entertaining. Abundant storage, natural light, and a charming garden window, perfect for an herb garden, make this space as functional as it is inviting. The spacious living and dining room combination is filled with natural light, enhanced by vaulted ceilings and a skylight overhead. Just beyond, a converted sunroom provides additional living space lined with windows overlooking the lake, creating a peaceful setting to relax or entertain. The sunroom flows seamlessly to a large screened porch, allowing you to enjoy the waterfront setting year-round. The thoughtfully designed three-bedroom, two-bathroom split floor plan balances openness with privacy. The primary suite serves as a true retreat, offering a private bath, generous closet space, and direct access to the screened porch where you can wake each morning to calming lake views. Outside, the charm continues with a spacious yard offering room to relax, explore, and enjoy fishing from your own backyard. Lovingly maintained and showcasing true pride of ownership, the home is move-in ready while still offering a wonderful opportunity for a new owner to bring their own design vision and personal style. Additional convenient features include an interior laundry room and a two-car garage, providing ample space for both parking and storage. While this home sits on a small lake, it has no history of flooding. Residents of Placido Bayou enjoy a tranquil setting with scenic lakes, abundant Florida wildlife, and winding sidewalks perfect for morning runs or evening strolls. Despite its peaceful atmosphere, the community is just minutes from the vibrant waterfront of St. Petersburg, where renowned dining, boutique shopping, world-class arts, and year-round events await. Award-winning beaches and airports are also just a short drive away, and the Racquet Club of St Petersburg is at the entry of the neighborhood, where you can enjoy both pickle ball and tennis! This is the perfect setting to embrace the effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle that defines Florida living. Welcome home.