$649,999

Exceptional Opportunity for Builders and Dream Home Seekers! Welcome to the captivating Terra Ceia Island, where the beauty of nature embraces you and invites you to imagine your dream home! This generous 2.89-acre homesite is nestled within the friendly and charming community of Tilletts Bayou Preserve, offering you a delightful blend of serenity and convenience. Here, you can truly find your personal sanctuary and create the perfect retreat surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Come and envision your future in this welcoming paradise! This expansive property, measuring 521ft by 243ft, offers breathtaking views of the tranquil Tillett Bayou and features a serene pond with an island, creating an idyllic setting to embrace Florida's natural beauty. The unincorporated area of Manatee County means you can build without the constraints of city regulations, allowing for your creative vision to flourish. Enjoy the notable features of this property, which include a private Artesian Well maintaining an active pressure of 62psi. Furthermore, the property benefits from underground city electric and water services. These provisions together offer a dependable water and electricity supply for your future estate. While the property currently lacks city sewer, you have the flexibility to install a septic system or inquire about sewer hook-up options. Though classified as flood zone AE, building an elevated home not only addresses hurricane preparedness but also maximizes your views and minimizes insurance costs. Plus, the addition of a residential elevator, starting around $10,000, makes everyday living a breeze and opens up endless possibilities for storage and recreational space on the first level. The Tillett Bayou Preserve subdivision features a homeowners association that provides residents with access to a private boat ramp and dock. This amenity offers a convenient alternative to public facilities, reducing potential wait times for launching or retrieving watercraft. The annual homeowners association dues are $500. Embrace the vibrant lifestyle of Terra Ceia Island with an optional Village Improvement Association membership, where you can ride your golf cart to the community park and participate in year-round events. Seabreeze Community Park offers a pavilion for gatherings, picnic areas, weekly food trucks, boat ramp access, a dock for fishing, and soon-to-be-built pickleball courts, enhancing your sense of community. For more details, visit the optional Village Improvement Association membership website at terraceiavia.com. Seize this rare opportunity to build your dream home or develop a remarkable estate in a location steeped in history and natural charm. Conveniently located just minutes from US 19, US 41, and I-275, this property is only 20 minutes from downtown St. Petersburg and 35 minutes from Tampa International Airport. Homes in the Terra Ceia area have appreciated by an average of 11% over the past two years, making this the ideal location for building your dream home and ensuring a valuable investment.