Some waterfront properties offer a beautiful setting; this one offers an exceptional boating lifestyle in coveted Tierra Verde, featuring a private, owner-owned deep-water deeded boat slip and an 8,000-pound solar-powered boat lift just steps from the home. Positioned along a protected natural cove framed by lush mangroves and tropical landscaping, this beautifully maintained residence offers a distinctive Southwestern-inspired aesthetic with warm architectural character, right near the community pool. Inside, thoughtful craftsmanship includes rich hardwood flooring, custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops, hurricane-impact windows, a recently updated metal roof, an epoxy-finished garage floor, and a whole-home water softener. The main living spaces open naturally to multiple outdoor areas—including a covered waterfront deck, expansive sun deck, and lower patio—perfect for entertaining and taking in spectacular sunsets. Approximately 260 square feet of additional bonus space provides valuable flexibility beyond the primary living area, making it well-suited for a media room, fitness studio, or private retreat. For the boating enthusiast, enjoy direct, bridge-free access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf, with Shell Key Preserve, Egmont Key, sandbars, waterfront restaurants, and renowned fishing waters all within easy reach. Dolphins, manatees, and native coastal birds are frequent visitors, making the waterfront feel like a private nature preserve while still being minutes from Fort De Soto Park's beaches, biking trails, fishing piers, kayak launches, and dog beach. With St. Pete Beach and downtown St. Petersburg providing exceptional dining, shopping, museums, and year-round entertainment nearby, this property delivers a rare combination of distinctive design, waterfront privacy, flexible living space, and total boating freedom.