Have your own resort right in the heart of South Tampa on scenic Bayshore in this Cooper Johnson Smith designed British West Indies masterpiece on more than acre lot. No expense was spared: from the slate roof, to the hand finished Venetian plaster walls. With soaring 12-foot ceilings downstairs, you have views of the water or the courtyard pool and yard from almost every room. Downstairs there is an open kitchen/dining/living room in the front, with a more casual great room w/ bar and walk-in wine room in the back. Also on this level, are 2 powder baths, an office with custom built-ins overlooking Bayshore, and a large laundry/utility room. The kitchen has a gorgeous Ilve Italian gourmet stove with brass accents, subzero fridge, double dishwashers and custom inset cabinetry. Upstairs is a huge master suite with octagonal bonus area complete with bar fridge. Imagine having your morning coffee and meditation as you watch the sunrise over Hillsborough Bay. The master bath has dual vanities, stand-alone tub, curbless shower, and separate water closet. Both the bed and bath open to the front covered porch. The master closet has floor to ceiling built-in cabinetry with a center island for ample storage options and is connected to an upstairs laundry. Also on this level are 3 additional bedroom suites with private baths and views of the water or the courtyard pool. Connected via a covered upstairs walkway is the 5th bedroom with its own living room making for an exceptional guest suite. There is a 5 car garage, unheard of in South Tampa! The outdoor oasis boasts a huge covered porch that surrounds the pool and spa, outdoor shower and pool bath, kitchen w/ gas grill, and lush landscaping in yard. Come be wowed by all the detail and sophistication that this home has to offer.