5105 28th Ave S, Gulfport

Where Gulfport charm beautifully merges with comfort and style; complete with the 2-bed, 1-bath, main house; a 1-1 pool house, full outdoor bathroom, outdoor kitchenette​, and extensive outdoor living space, this ​​show-stopping bungalow is sure to check all your boxes. This home sits just blocks from the heart of town but provides the seclusion of your ​own private oasis. Arriving on ​the property, you will have your choice of rear alley access with your extended, covered driveway, or the convenience of a front, ​​single-car drive perfect for your ​j​ump-in and go golf cart for getting around town! Out front, you will be welcomed by meticulously maintained landscaping, freshly shelled tropical gardens​, and the overall​ stellar curb appeal of this home. From the newly painted exterior, cedar plank beams and accents, and Bermuda shutters, you will be hooked before ​​stepping inside! Once in, be sure to notice the freshly painted interior, polished original wood flooring, and endless custom finishes throughout ​the home's entirety. Featuring an open floor plan and stylish ​country chic design, the primary house is complete with custom wood plank ceilings, space-saving barn doors​, and double-pane replacement windows. The dining room includes a built-in ​​China cabinet and ​a pass-through window to the kitchen. And, just steps away, the custom kitchen boasts gas cooking, faux brick accents and brand-new waterproof flooring that continues through the Florida room. A favorite room for enjoying morning coffee, this bonus back room has ​​new Pella impact windows that provide ample natural light and the best view of your entire backyard paradise. Now step through the backdoor and be captivated by the custom, free-form salt pool with built-in table and stools, and the breathtaking outdoor living space that has been created. Complete with an outdoor kitchenette/cooking space, covered dining area, and access to your guest cottage, the outside living quarters are unparalleled. Fully fenced, ​with extensive pavers, and extended yard space, this backyard provides endless ​​opportunities for hosting, entertaining, or simply enjoying the beauty within. The outdoor dining, happy hours​, and pool days are sure to be leveled up! Here you also have entry to the 1-1 pool house that features ​an additional ​kitchenette and living space ​with the coziness of​ a private space for your guests or potential creative uses like a studio or office. Fully customized with matching faux brick, butcher-block countertops, rustic plank ceilings​, and a sizable walk-in shower, the added living quarters make hosting visitors more enjoyable for all. For convenience, the pool area also has a full outdoor bathroom to reduce traffic and keep the wet footprints outside! Following the paver walkway to the back double gate, you will notice the rest of the yard adorned with mature, lush landscaping, newly laid sod​, and freshly poured shell beds. Out back, your two-car covered driveway, with alley access, also provides a private entry to the guest house​, and with no garage, you have the convenience of a ‘workshop’ and ​a built-in storage shed. Aside from the property itself, the location is hard to beat! A short walk or cruise to the waterfront district of restaurants, shopping, bars​, and local markets; direct access to Gulfport Blvd. for all your other daily needs; and, convenient to the Clam Bayou, Gulfport Marina, Boca Ciega Bay, and all the town has to offer; the adventures are endless in the waterfront community of Gulfport. This property remained dry during recent storms and requires no flood insurance. A newer roof (2019) and the gas tankless water heater add to the overall efficiency of the home. From luxury outdoor living and lavish landscaping to the charming and updated interiors of the main house and guest cottage, this one-of-a-kind home has an overall ​​sense of pride that can be felt inside and out. Small but mighty, this home packs a punch; the horizon is looking bright and memories plentiful for the next family that calls 5105 home.