Serene luxury estate living with southern charm conveniently located near historic downtown tarpon springs, fl. Looking for a place with space? Look no further than this custom built home with a north carolina flair. From the porch that extends across the entire front of this amazing home to the redwood deck extending across the entire back complete with an in ground jacuzzi, you have everything you need to enjoy luxury living at its finest. Situated on 1. 34 acres, this home has a lovely wood burning fireplace in the family room, and a chefs dream kitchen with all new cabinets, gorgeous quartz countertops with gold veins running throughout, new range hood, sink /faucet, and oven panel. The other appliances are within 4 years old. There is a separate eat in area with a bay window so one can enjoy looking at nature while having breakfast. The family room, just adjacent to the kitchen, features an inlaid wood ceiling and built in bookshelves, along with a counter area where one can pull up a stool; have a sandwich; and gaze at the newly remodeled kitchen. There is a large living room with double door entrance and dining area with vaulted ceilings and skylights. There is also an additional formal dining room surrounded by lovely french doors, which features a pass through window, two large pantry closets, and skylights. The formal dining room provides access to the deck where the inviting jacuzzi resides inside a screen enclosure. The primary bedroom features a sitting area and plantation shutters for added privacy. The primary bathroom has a large garden tub, and a separate shower which was renovated in 2023, that includes grab bars for added safety. There are two above counter bowl sinks on top of the vanity, and there is a separate water closet. The large walk in closet has plenty of space, as well as the large closet on the other side of the primary bedroom, just off the living room. Lots of stuff? It's no problem for this home. There are two bedrooms on the left side of the house, both containing window seats/boxes for added storage. There is a guest bathroom in this area with granite countertop and above bowl sink. Moreover, there is a tub shower combo. On the right side of the home, just off the kitchen, there is a fourth bedroom, which can also double as an office. There is an additional bathroom in this area, and it features an above bowl sink over a granite top vanity and walk in shower. Unique to this bath is a special octagon accent window. Just off this hallway is the inside laundry room which leads to the spacious garage which features an attic fan and pull down ladder. The back of the house opens to a patio featuring redwood decking with plenty of room to entertain while taking in the sights and sounds of nature from your private preserve. There is plenty of room in the backyard to add a picnic table, as well as other amenities. Speaking of amenities, riverside borders salt lake, so one can launch their kayak or canoe from the commons area and take in a sunset paddle and not even leave the neighborhood. This community is approximately 2 miles east of historic downtown tarpon springs, and not far from pinellas county's pristine beaches and tampa airport. And for those who enjoy biking, the pinellas trail is a mere stones throw away. Don't miss out on this one of a kind luxury community with acreage, near everything you need! This property is priced to move! Note: property did not flood during hurricanes.