Michele Weiand

Welcome to a luxury estate in the coveted gated section of Starkey Ranch a Tampa Bay award winning master planned community. This exceptional Madeira III by WestBay Homes sits on one of the few expanded homesites in the entire community — an impressive .40-acre cleared lot backing directly to the serene Starkey Wilderness Preserve, offering unmatched privacy and breathtaking natural views. This expansive residence offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 4,200 square feet of living space, blending luxury, functionality, and energy efficiency. The home features a fully paid-in-full solar system with 104% power offset using REC panels valued at approximately $60,000 — delivering the rare benefit of virtually no electric bill. Step into your private resort-style backyard oasis designed for ultimate relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy a saltwater pool and heated spa powered by a 400K Pentair heater with seven jets and a tranquil water feature. The outdoor space is finished with beautiful travertine decking, landscape rock accents, gutters in the backyard and over the pool equipment area, and a premium Canadian Timber Collection cedar sauna featuring a 7-kilowatt Harvia heater, hardwired to electric and designed to accommodate up to eight people, valued at approximately $20,000. Inside, you are welcomed by grand two-story ceilings, elegant crown molding in the foyer, tray ceilings, and designer lighting throughout the main living areas, including custom fixtures from Pottery Barn. The living room features a custom stone accent wall, built-in ceiling speakers, and remote-controlled custom window shades, creating both comfort and sophistication. The gourmet kitchen is a showpiece, featuring quartz countertops with extended seating, tiled backsplash, extended cabinetry with glass showcase display, gold hardware and faucets, reverse osmosis system, and a spacious layout perfect for entertaining. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes a first-floor bedroom with a private full bath, ideal for guests, in-law quarters, or a secondary owner’s suite, along with a den or office with glass double doors and a beautifully designed drop zone with tile flooring for everyday convenience. Additional upgrades throughout the home include a water softener system, tankless water heater, CAT 6 internet pre-wiring, three 3-ton AC units, custom rods, curtains, and shades that convey, and a spacious laundry room complete with folding table and built-in drawers. Upstairs, the home features a Jack-and-Jill bathroom and generous secondary bedrooms, while the luxurious owner’s retreat showcases crown molding, black quartz countertops with gold accents, and a large garden soaking tub creating a spa-like atmosphere. The backyard is thoughtfully designed with cleared land maximizing space while maintaining the natural beauty of the preserve setting. This rare estate offers luxury finishes, energy efficiency, resort-style outdoor living, and one of the largest homesites in Starkey Ranch — all within a private gated enclave. Experience elevated Florida living at its finest. The community includes multiple parks, playgrounds, pools, kids splash zone, magnet K-8 elementary middle school, county library, starkey ranch district park,tennis, and over 20 miles of walking/biking trails. Conveniences include grocery, restaurants,nails and hair salon and a neighborhood favorite starkey market.