Stunning Cardel built home featuring a craftsmen elevation complete with a front porch and mature landscaping is now available. This lovely pool home boasts 3 spacious bedrooms plus a dedicated office/den, 2 immaculate baths, 2-car garage, nestled on a serene conservation lot that offers a tranquil retreat. As you enter, you're greeted by contemporary wood built-in cabinetry and the warmth of wood-look tile flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the home, complemented by neutral tones, elegant lighting, tray ceiling, plantation shutters and neutral window treatments that create an inviting ambiance. Enjoy an open floor plan creating a seamless flow between the kitchen, dining and living areas fostering an inviting atmosphere perfect for entertaining friends or enjoying cozy family gatherings. The heart of the home, a chef’s dream kitchen, features white soft-close wood cabinets, a prep island with a charming stainless farmhouse sink, luxurious quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances, all designed to inspire culinary creativity. The living room is gorgeous, showcasing an impressive feature wall with built-in cabinetry and natural wood shelves, modern fan, and oversized pocket sliders effortlessly connecting the indoor sanctuary to the outdoor oasis. The outdoor area features a generous covered area, a sparkling (electric) heated salt-water pool with sun shelf, pavered deck, and screened-in pool cage overlooking conservation. This home also offers a chic office/den that seamlessly marries style and functionality, perfectly aligned with the aspirations of those seeking a harmonious balance between work and creativity. Outfitted with built-in cabinetry and natural wood shelving that glows with soft underlighting, timeless glass French doors that offer a sense of privacy while their transparency maintains an airy openness, crafting an ideal environment for productivity and comfort. The expansive master bedroom is a true retreat, complete with an en-suite that boasts dual vanity sinks, quartz countertops, and an oversized walk-in shower with marble look wall tile, ensuring a spa-like experience every day. The secondary rooms are equally spacious with built-in closets and share a bathroom that reflects the same attention to detail with quartz countertops and marble look wall tile. Added conveniences of a spacious laundry room, water softener, in wall pest system, sprinkler system and a garage with Rhino epoxy flooring and ceiling storage racks elevate this home to a new level of comfort and functionality. Living in Waterset can feel like a never-ending vacation! It's resort-style amenities include multiple clubhouses, inviting community centers, fitness centers, sparkling pools, and a variety of sports courts—basketball, tennis, pickleball, and sand volleyball are all at your convenience! But that’s not all—Waterset is also part of the top-rated Hillsborough County Public School District, so little ones will have access to various education options such as Waterset Charter School and Dorothy C. York Innovation Academy. Apollo Beach is a vibrant coastal community, and surrounded by exciting new shops and delightful restaurants, all while providing convenient water access into stunning Tampa Bay. Enjoy all of the fun without the stress, this home is not in a flood zone nor in an evacuation zone! Some photos may be virtually enhanced with decor