9938 Alavista Drive,  Gibsonton FL, 33534

Discover Florida waterfront living with no HOA or CDD! 5 bed 4 1/2 bath in a great location on the Alafia River only minutes from Tampa Bay. Walk in the door and be welcomed by 18-foot cathedral ceilings with exposed wood beams and custom chandeliers for a touch of rustic elegance. As you enter the large dine-in kitchen there is a breakfast bar and island featuring granite countertops and solid wood cabinetry. The full suite of stainless-steel appliances are complemented by a gas range and sterling indoor grill that is perfect for the chef in you. By the dining area is a large two-sided all-brick fireplace that is the heart of this home. The other side of the fireplace has a spacious living room with the same cathedral ceilings. There is a wide staircase and an elevator leading up to the dual master bedrooms. Both have ensuite bathrooms. One offers a spa-like experience with a walk-in shower and Jacuzzi tub, while the other opens onto an outdoor deck overlooking the water from the second floor. Below the master suite deck lies a second garage and a unique attached boathouse. With a remote-controlled Deco lift, launching your boat into the river is a breeze. Fish preparing station as you pull boat up. You'll find yourself minutes away from the Tampa Bay outlet and a leisurely boat ride to downtown Tampa or St. Pete's. Bring your boat or consider purchasing the boat that resides there now separately. The property also includes a fully equipped two-bedroom guest house or in-law suite, complete with separate entrance, its own kitchen, 1.5 baths, and laundry facilities. Both the main and guest houses offer sliding door access to a secluded backyard oasis featuring a heated spa surrounded by tasteful landscaping and a view of the river. There is a path connecting the entrances with cabana, avocado tree, and an area for growing herbs and vegetables. Additional features include a carport for another boat, or an RV. Solar panels for energy efficiency. Up to 5 gig fiber internets. Several smart home features using Wi-Fi and ZigBee. The home is close to the new advent hospital in Riverview. Only 2-3 minutes' drive to shopping center, movie theatre, super Walmart and I-75 offering convenient access to work, more shopping, and beaches (though, we recommend going to the beach by boat!) Tucked away yet incredibly accessible, this home provides everything you might desire to capture the Florida Lifestyle of entertainment and living on the water.