217 Star Shell Dr, Apollo Beach, FL 33572

This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home in the Harbour Isles community of Apollo Beach gives an unparalleled living experience with its thoughtfully designed layout and features. You'll appreciate the convenience of a two-car garage with remote openers and a welcoming covered entryway. The exterior of the home is impeccably maintained, with an irrigation system, ambient lighting, rain gutters, and sidewalk. The tropical landscape and serene lake view set the stage for tranquility. The front yard greets you with a manicured lawn, and meticulously landscaped flower beds edged and mulched to perfection. The open floor plan seamlessly blends everyday living with elegant entertaining. The large interior foyer can easily double as a home office or cozy sitting room. The kitchen, features a spacious island with a breakfast bar, granite countertops, and ample storage. Pendant lights cast a warm glow over the island. There's a suite of stainless steel appliances (2021.) The kitchen’s ceramic tile flooring ensures easy cleanup and maintenance, while recessed lighting and a window above the stainless steel sink create a bright and airy ambiance. Adjacent to the kitchen, you'll find a perfect spot for a mudroom, ready for additional shelving or cabinets to meet your storage needs. The dining room, open to both the kitchen and living room, makes entertaining a breeze. French doors lead from the dining area to the screened-in lanai, where you can savor the serene lake view and enjoy the tropical backyard. The spacious living room is a haven of natural light, with a picture window framing the lush backyard. A ceiling fan ensures year-round comfort, and the neutral color palette provides a perfect canvas for your personal touch. Movie nights are a delight in this generous living space, perfect for family gatherings. Located on the first floor, the half bath features a mirrored vanity with storage. Upstairs, the loft area presents versatile space for an office, TV or game room, or a playroom with plush neutral-tone carpet, a pair of windows, and a ceiling fan. The primary bedroom is a retreat, measuring 13' x 21', featuring plush carpet, a ceiling fan and an ensuite bath. A picture window gives a tropical view, and the room is spacious enough to accommodate a king-size bed. The walk-in closet is impressively sized at 8’ x 13’ and provides ample storage. The primary ensuite bath features a dual sink, mirrored vanity with granite countertop, a tiled, glass-enclosed walk-in shower, and a separate garden tub to invite relaxation. Bedrooms 2 and 3, each measuring 10' x 14', give plush neutral-tone carpet and ceiling fans. The second full bathroom upstairs features a mirrored vanity with a granite countertop and ceramic tile flooring. The screened-in lanai is your private paradise, with serene lake view and a tropical landscape that makes every day feel like a vacation. A ceiling fan and sun shades provide relief from the heat, while a stone patio in the backyard is perfect for grilling out. The fenced-in backyard is adorned with coconut, palm, and banana trees. Harbour Isles community amenities include a pool, spa, volleyball, basketball courts, and a gym. Close to shopping, marinas, and waterfront dining. Numerous updates and extras, including a new tiled master shower in 2022, new windows on the south side in 2021, and new kitchen appliances in 2021, this home is ready for you to move in and start enjoying the Harbour Isles lifestyle. * No flooding *