This is the one you've been waiting for. Location is...

This is the one you've been waiting for. Location is everything--so stop shoveling snow and start shoveling sunshine at your own private waterfront retreat in Vista de Oro at Playa Escondida. This is coastal living at its finest--an offering as rare as it is remarkable.

Spanning more than 1,800 square feet, this exquisitely FURNISHED three-bedroom, three-bath residence is bathed in natural light and showcases sweeping panoramas of Tampa Bay, Boca Ciega Bay, and the iconic Skyway Bridge from nearly every room. The serene waterfront setting evokes the ambiance of a private resort, delivering tranquility and refined sophistication year-round.

Inside, a thoughtful blend of tile and carpet flooring, elegant crown molding, and expansive picture windows creates a space that feels both polished and inviting. Newer installed windows and electric hurricane shutters provide modern efficiency, comfort, and peace of mind.

Designed for effortless entertaining and everyday enjoyment, the open-concept living and dining areas flow seamlessly onto a stunning 16' x 40' wraparound balcony. Accessible from the main living spaces and all three bedrooms, this extraordinary outdoor retreat captures breathtaking southern-facing water views--perfect for quiet mornings, golden sunsets, and elegant evenings beneath the sky. One guest suite also enjoys its own private balcony overlooking the lush golf course and shimmering bay beyond.

The thoughtfully designed split-bedroom layout offers exceptional privacy. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, featuring a generously sized walk-in closet, dual vanities, an expansive walk-in shower, and mesmerizing water views to greet each day. The secondary suite includes a spacious closet, a full bath, and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening onto the terrace. The third bedroom offers a striking truly magical view almost surreal perspective, as though gazing into an endless horizon of water.

Additional highlights include an in-unit laundry room, assigned covered parking beneath the building, and ample guest parking. Residents enjoy access to a newly updated waterfront pool and spa, a gazebo, a fitness center.

Optional membership to the Isla del Sol Yacht & Country Club opens the door to championship golf, boating, fine dining, and a vibrant social calendar. Ideally located just minutes from downtown St. Petersburg, a short drive to Tampa International Airport, and moments from world-renowned white-sand beaches, this residence offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience.

Move-in ready and truly one of a kind, this exceptional waterfront home delivers incomparable views, refined craftsmanship, and timeless coastal elegance. Arrange your private showing today and experience this rare offering in all its splendor.