LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Highly coveted Shaw’s Point neighborhood with no HOA. Just a few miles to Anna Maria Island and Cortez. Walk or bike to Robinson’s Preserve, Palma Sola Botanical Gardens, DeSoto Memorial Park and Bishop’s Po... more.int. Freshly painted and move in ready, this home has been fully remodeled with custom touches throughout. Step inside to the colors of our local waters and driftwood hued floors and you will find subtle but intriguing nautical touches throughout the home, celebrating the local history and its inextricable connection to its rivers, bays and the Gulf of Mexico. As you enter the front walk, it is flanked by a sailboat keel and dock pilings that border the garden as you walk to the front patio shaded by a Live Oak and Royal Poinciana that blooms rich reds and oranges every May. The kitchen is adorned with butcher block countertops that have been kept in pristine condition. The stainless-steel appliances were replaced in 2020 and are Bosch and Whirlpool makes. The lighting is wonderful with a tray ceiling with up lights that focus on a hand painted ship’s wheel and compass, with a little octopus thrown in to remind you to stay the course, no matter what life throws at you. The pantry doors on barn glides are custom crafted using salvaged doors from the 1950’s. Leading to the main bedroom you will pass a replica ship’s door, also on a barn glide. The porthole and teak ship’s rail are authentic ship salvage pieces as is the driftwood header above the door. These pieces are truly a part of the heritage of this area. The main bedroom is spacious and has a walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with step in shower designed with tile, river rock, and a rain-shower head and wand. Two other bedrooms are equally as spacious with large built-in closets and ceiling fans. They are separated by a light and bright bathroom with a shower and deep soaking tub. The large family room is bright and airy, opening to the backyard oasis through French doors. It boasts a shiplap ceiling that compliments the butcher block counters nicely. Did I say BACK YARD OASIS? You will be the envy of all who visit, as this space was designed with entertaining in mind. This wonderful backyard has a lush green lawn, a beautiful and refreshing open air pool with a Tiki Bar and deck, a large fire pit and a covered open-air patio for al fresco dining. There are string lights on posts to extend your outdoor living well past sunset, and the posts also hold a 20’ x 26’ sun sail (not pictured) to help keep you shaded during the summer months. There is also a 10 x 12 shed to house all your lawn, pool equipment and more. Behind the double gate at the end of the driveway is a crushed rock area large enough for your boat or RV, that winds around the back of the shed and along the back fence line creating a dog run. Yard is kept lush with an automatic irrigation system with its own well as a water source. The large two car side entry garage has a built-in laundry station with lots of storage next to washer and dryer hookups. The space is large enough to create a dream workshop, as the home has a long, wide driveway that provides ample parking. New roof in spring of 2024, Whole house remodel including kitchen and baths 2020, Pool 2020, A/C 2019, Plumbing 2019, Windows 2010. Home is located on some of the highest elevation in NW Bradenton, Flood Zone X (no flood insurance required if financing) and received no storm damage in 2024.