17517 Mallard Court

Description

This Country Estate is a spacious and luxurious single-story home located in the Hounds Run Subdivision in north Hillsborough County. Situated on a beautifully landscaped .89-acre lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, this estate offers privacy and tranquility. As you enter the property, you'll notice a long driveway with additional parking spaces in front of the oversized 2-car garage, providing ample room for vehicles. The entrance features double doors that lead you into a tiled foyer, where you'll be greeted by a lofty Living room Room with cathedral ceilings and a double-sided center fireplace, creating an inviting atmosphere. The Family Room, measuring 16'x24', boasts a full wall stone fireplace, high ceilings, and a wet bar with shelves. It opens to the formal dining room, bright Breakfast Nook, and an open kitchen, making it an ideal space for entertaining. French doors and windows throughout the home allow easy access to the fully enclosed diamond bright pool area from the master bedroom, living room, great room, and breakfast nook. The open kitchen is well-appointed, featuring a newer convection oven and a flat top island range. It also includes stainless steel appliances, such as a French door refrigerator, and offers ample storage space with tall solid hickory cabinets and quartz countertops. A separate solid door provides easy access from the Kitchen to the formal Dining Room, adding convenience for hosting dinner parties. The home's layout follows a split plan design, with the Master Bedroom located at the back of the house for added privacy. The Master Bedroom(15'x19') is accompanied by a spacious Master Bathroom equipped with dual sinks, a spa tub, a separate shower, and a private water closet. Three well-sized guest bedrooms are situated down a separate hall and share a full bathroom. For added convenience, there is a full bathroom located in the pool area, allowing guests to use the facilities without entering the main house. This feature is especially beneficial for pool parties and swimmers, preventing wet feet from tramping through the rest of the home. The estate offers various amenities and features, including ceiling fans throughout, open and spacious rooms, a full irrigation system, and several recent upgrades. These upgrades include a NEW air conditioning system installed in 2021, a NEW dimensional shingle roof (2021) a newer pool pump (2020), and a newer pool filter system (2019) The hot water heater was replaced eight years ago. The property utilizes well water and septic systems and includes a full home water system. Despite its serene and secluded atmosphere, the estate's location provides easy access to nearby amenities. Within minutes, you can reach Tampa, shopping centers, dining establishments, churches and worship centers, schools, and major commuter routes. This allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds " the feeling of being miles away in the countryside while still having convenient access to urban amenities. Overall, this Country Estate offers a picturesque and luxurious living experience with its sprawling layout, well-manicured grounds, and abundance of desirable features.