An elegant tiled entry with 18' high ceilings accented by a sweeping spiral stairway. This home welcomes the sunlight in through beautiful Palladium windows keeping the open floor plan bright and inviting. The curb appeal when you first drive up carries itself throughout each and every room. The tiled foyer leads you past the formal dining room into the open Family room & Gourmet Kitchen. This spacious Kitchen with it's custom pickled oak cabinets also offers 10' of seating/counter space opening to the Breakfast Nook and family area. For the person who appreciates the fresh air, light and a view that keeps you feeling like you're outdoors, these two areas in addition to the Living Room all share the patio, heated pool and spa overlooking the deep water canal and Banana River. The Living Room is highlighted by custom built cabinets and bookshelves surrounding a fireplace tastefully accented with fluted columns. Walking up the open circular stairs you discover an even more spectacular treetop view of the river from inside or walk out onto the open patio. At the top of the stairs you are greeted with a comfortable conversation area and the double door entrance into the Master Bedroom Suite. As you enter the Master Suite the first thing that catches your eye is the fireplace accentuated by mirrors and a vaulted ceiling. Besides having a view of the river off the balcony no suite would be complete without a whirlpool bath, large separate shower, private toilet and spacious walk-in closet. The second floor has 2 more Bedrooms both opening onto the balcony with their own river view, and a huge Rec. room: 12' x 30' with luxurious carpet and sunset view. In addition this stunning home includes: * a separate hobby/sewing room * laundry room * dock with 12,000lb boat lift * boat ramp * manatee haven * beautiful murals * faux painted walls * gorgeous tile on upstairs balcony * gas & solar heating for pool & spa * outdoor shower * central vacuum * hurricane windows * walk-in attic storage * lots of privacy * wonderful mango tree * close to beaches, shopping & schools!