8611 MERCATOR CT

About this home

**Assumable 3.3% VA Loan available** Welcome to this stunning, better-than-new 4-bedroom plus study, 3-bath upgraded home in beautiful Isles at BayView. Set on a picturesque pond lot enhanced with tropical landscaping & decorative curbing, this craftsman style home features a wide 3-car driveway and an inviting front porch with custom pavers. An 8-foot glass front door opens to a bright entryway and an airy, triple-split floor plan designed for comfort & functionality. Off the entry, two generously sized bedrooms share a well-appointed full bath, while just beyond, a spacious flex room with French doors offers the perfect space for a home office, home gym, den, or media room. Across, the open concept kitchen overlooks a large Gathering Room. Your beautifully appointed gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully designed with 42" cabinetry topped w/crown molding, quartz counters, cooktop w/stainless hood, deep single-bowl stainless sink, subway tile backsplash, & corner pantry. Stainless Whirlpool appliances, including a double wall oven, make cooking a pleasure in this modern culinary space. Adjacent to the Gathering Room, the Dining Room effortlessly shifts from a cozy bonus lounge to the ultimate spot for more formal entertaining. Cozy up for movie night in the Gathering Room with your BEAUTIFUL, CUSTOM built-in entertainment center, mantle, & fireplace. A clever hidden drawer is built right into the mantle, perfectly designed to tuck away remotes & keep your stunning focal point clutter-free! Triple sliders open to your private screened lanai, fully equipped with premium 20/20 No-See-Um mesh screens & stylish paver flooring. Step out onto your extended custom pavered patio & soak in the incredible views of the serene pond & conservation backdrop. Flanked by tropical palms, this lush, private backyard sanctuary is perfect for soaking up the Florida sun & even offers room for a future pool! Back inside, the Primary Suite is a peaceful retreat with triple windows showcasing sweeping pond views. The spa-inspired en-suite bath features a floor-to-ceiling tiled walk-in Super Shower, extended quartz vanity w/dual sinks, private water closet, & massive walk-in closet with custom-built ins to neatly organize all of your clothing & accessories. Off the Dining Room, the 4th bedroom functions as a private Guest Suite with its own en-suite bath. Conveniently located off the main hallway, the laundry room features a handy drop zone area just outside & comes complete with a matching Samsung top-loading washer & dryer. Additional notable upgrades include Ring video cameras in front & back of home; Dual MyQ garage door openers; Smart Resideo enabled thermostat; Keyless front door digital lock; Motion sensor lighting; Whole home Titan water filtration system; Custom window treatments throughout; Motorized Remote slider blinds; Custom built-in closets throughout; Whole home gutters; Ceiling fans; Hurricane shutters; Insulated garage w/gym floors/insulated doors/added insulation in attic above garage; Overhead storage racks in garage & more. Situated in highly desirable Isles at BayView, this master planned community's layout is ideal for the outdoor lifestyle with amenities including a resort-style pool, clubhouse w/game room, dog park, scenic walking paths, and playground. Just minutes from world-class shopping, dining, entertainment, and Gulf Coast beaches, with quick & easy access to I-75 and the Sunshine Skyway.