This Quintessential Florida style home offers serenity, solid ‘built-for-Florida-weather’ construction, & refined finishes perched on 5.22 fully fenced acres boasting 2 stocked ponds for fishing. Welcome to Terra Ceia, an Island steeped in rich history that feels like a step back in time where a slower paced, thriving community called each other ‘neighbors. ’ Located at the south end of the Skyway bridge, this historical island, along with its 1,932-acre Preserve is tucked away from the noise of everyday life, yet close enough to amenities as a truly tropical paradise where modern living harmonizes w/ Florida’s nature. The original 1st Floor ICF construction was built in 2003 & the 2nd upper floor SIPS construction & 1st level remodel was completed in 2015. An energy efficient 3 BRs, 2 BA, Laundry Rm, Liv/Din/Kit occupy upper level. The hand-scraped, engineered Maple wood flooring fits any aesthetic & flows seamlessly from room to room. Soaring ceilings & hurricane impact-resistant windows/doors wash the living areas in natural light. The custom kitchen features SS Appliances, Cambria counters, marble backsplash, solid 2-toned wood cabinets w/ soft close doors/drawers, 8’x4’ Island w/ prep sink, & entire kitchen has designer touches like LED under/over cabinet lighting, pull-out trays, spice rack, cutting board, double trash bins, hidden electrical outlets & pantry has real wood shelving. The Primary Suite offers 2 Walk-In Closets w/ custom built-ins & an en-suite with separate vanities, granite counters, linen closet w/ plumbing to add tub, curb less walk-in shower (perfectly suited for wheelchair entry), shower bench, 2 shower heads & porcelain tile flooring. 2nd Bath for BRs 2 & 3 boasts Cambria counters, porcelain tile floors & shower/tub combo. Upper-level laundry has ample cabs, granite counters & sink. Need a separate entrance 4th BR/flex for guests, hobbies or home school? Check out the lower-level living area with its own attached full bath! The lower level houses the 3 Car Garage (1,683 sq. ft) w/ PVC interlocking floor tiles, a coveted storage/workshop area, & a kitchen to service the Saltwater, Heated & Cooled Pool showcasing 2 Water Features, Fire Pit, 2 Umbrella Stands, in-floor cleaning system & child safety fence all surrounded by a PVC fence for keeping critters out & young ones/pets safely in. The 950lb capacity elevator makes taking supplies easily to the upper level & yes, it too is wheelchair accessible. There’s 832 sq. ft of decking both front & back for sunrises & sunsets & 869 sq. ft of travertine paved patios tucked away from hot sun. The 2 stocked ponds have aerators & back pond has a water fountain. House is on public water & the property also has an artesian well. A 25'x30' Steel bldg will store water toys, tools, lawn equipment, etc. & there’s also an RV or Boat Parking area. Enjoy the comfort of the wi-fi capable High Efficiency Trane A/C for upper level & high efficiency split a/c in lower level flex/4th bedroom. Whole house surge protectors, GE Heat Pump H2O Heater, Security Cameras, Paved Drives, Electronic Gate Entry & deeded front portion of driveway round out the incredible aspects of this perfectly maintained home & acreage. Terra Ceia is a golf cart community, NO HOA, But is an optional Community Village Civic Association for $250 per year giving you access to the private hall, a park with pavilion, a playground, boat ramp & dock on Terra Ceia Bay. Live on a piece of FL history! Roof is 2015. Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Primary Bedroom).
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
5.22 acresLot Size
$563Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Kathryn Newman• ALLISON JAMES ESTATES & HOMES
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.22 Acres
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
2,085
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Manatee County
APN
2181540059
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
RSF-1
Residential Single Family Districts
The purpose of these districts is to provide for residences in a suburban environment at low to medium densities, to accommodate residential support uses (as defined in; Abandonment shall mean the visible or otherwise apparent intention of an owner to discontinue a structure, use of a structure, or lot; or the removal of the characteristic equipment or furnishings used in the performance of the use without its replacement by similar equipment or furnishings, or the replacement of a nonconforming use or structure by a conforming use or structure; for 6 consecutive months.; and other limited non-residential uses, and to protect these areas from the encroachment of incompatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Office
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Post office
Recreation
Nov 17, 2025 • Final
Residential roof express
Remove existing shingle caps and install a new galvalume metal roof over the existing surface.
Roofing
Mar 16, 2024 • Final
Accessory structure
Construct a cold storage building and install a septic system.
ADU
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Directions: Us 41 N to US 19; turn left on Bayshore Dr (by the Mobile Station) & follow road to the 2nd Horseshoe Loop entrance as it bears left. Home will be on left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,085
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.22 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Manatee County
APN: 2181540059
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026