502 16th Ave E Palmetto, FL 34221

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Pride of ownership is exhibited in this luxurious waterfront home in the exclusive boater’s community of Sanctuary Cove. At the end of a cul-de-sac, you will instantly notice this home's beautiful curb appeal with its paved driveway, lush tropical landscaping and barrel tile roof. Walking in through the designer glass front door you immediately notice the spectacular water view in the back of the living area! This stunning open-concept modern two-bedroom, 2.5 bath split floor plan plus den and office is absolutely gorgeous. Just off the foyer is the flex room, a great space to use as a home office/den, exercise room and can easily be enclosed to make a third bedroom. The tray ceiling in this room gives it an even grander feel. Just past the flex room is a convenient half bath for guests. The hallway beyond the foyer leads you to the luxurious open kitchen that overlooks the huge great room. The modern chef's kitchen includes 42-inch ivory cabinets, beautiful subway tile backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, quartz countertops, gas cooktop range, stainless steel hood, GE profile stainless steel appliances including double wall oven, recessed LED lighting, large walk-in pantry with ventilated wood shelving, counter height island with sink and which provides additional seating. The kitchen opens to a spacious great room with dining and living area all flowing together, with an abundance of natural light and stunning water views, making it the ideal space for hosting and entertaining. Just off the great room is the primary bedroom, which includes tray ceiling and glass inset door that leads you to the lanai. Your luxurious en-suite bath includes large frameless glass walk-in shower with rainfall shower head, built-in bench, floor-to-ceiling tile, dual sinks with quartz countertops, private toilet room and large walk-in custom-built closet. A hallway just off the kitchen leads to a guest bedroom and full bath with quartz countertops that feature a pocket door leading to the bedroom. The laundry room is also just off this hallway and includes Samsung washer and dryer, linen closet, plus built-in cabinets to store all your laundry and cleaning supplies. A handy drop zone/mini office area is also in the hallway just outside the laundry room and includes cabinets, drawers and quartz countertops. Triple sliders just off the great room lead you to your slice of paradise, the covered lanai with sweeping panoramic screen for unobstructed water views, which is ideal for the outdoor lifestyle. The backyard offers plenty of space to add a pool or to let your pets run around, plus the opportunity to add a private dock and boat lift, making it convenient for water enthusiasts to indulge and explore the open waters. Other upgrades include hurricane impact-resistant window and doors throughout, 8-foot shaker-style interior doors, tall modern baseboards, ceiling fans with lights, Ring doorbell camera, epoxy floors in garage, gas water heater, and myQ Wi-Fi garage door opener. No flood insurance required. Sanctuary Cove is a desirable resort-style, maintenance-free community with a beautiful clubhouse with game room, community pool, spa, full kitchen and meeting room that you can reserve for private events. Along the shoreline of the Manatee River with easy access to the gulf. The private beach offers a launch area and storage for kayaks, fishing sites, picnic patio and grills to entertain your out-of-town guests.