1267 S Ozello Trl Crystal River, FL 34429

Paradise Found! One of the best kept secrets in Florida is tucked away between Crystal River and Homosassa, surrounded by St Martin's Aquatic Preserve, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge, Crystal River State Park Preserve and the Gulf and known as the Ozello Keys.The ultimate boater, fishermen and nature-lover's wonderland. This contemporary 4-bedroom 3.5 bath home with premium upgrades sits on a landscaped half acre that has over 200' of waterfront on two sides with a boat ramp, 2 stationary docks, and a floating ride-on boat dock! Built with a metal roof, on concrete walls and steel reinforced pilings, protected with a wrap-around deck, extended soffit and PGT Impact sliders, the fortress upstairs didn't sustain any damage during last year's hurricanes. Open floor plan with cathedral ceiling, stunning architectural details and wide, open water views. Custom kitchen and bathroom cabinets, fireplace mantle and woodwork throughout, granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, top-of-the line stainless steel appliances like Thermador Professional gas range with grill, pot-filler faucet over the range, 2 separate kitchen sinks and a breakfast bar. Hand-painted Paul Brent tiles in the kitchen and bathroom. Two master bedrooms open onto the expansive deck, and the newer master suite (part of the 2005 renovations) has a sitting area, wet-bar, and bathroom with a large open shower that has 6 showerheads and a sauna! Enormous screened-in patio on the first floor, a 2-car garage and a 2-car carport. And an elevator! In the garage are built-in cabinets, workbench, small bathroom, she-shed and plenty of storage space. Public school buses run through Ozello! Recent upgrades include: rain gutter (2020) PGT Impact sliders (2021) jacuzzi (2021) elevator (2022) underground irrigation system (2022) new HVAC (2023) new hot water heater (2023). Endless outdoor activities, dining at the islands' 3 restaurants and just a 10-15-minute drive to the mainland! This is the essence of Florida coastal living, with daily views that will inspire.