Direct Gulf Access. Panoramic Open Water Views. A Dream Home Built to Stay. Some homes are renovated to sell. This one was renovated to stay forever. Located just a few houses from open Gulf waters in Driftwood Isles, this waterfront residence delivers what serious boaters seek but rarely find immediate Gulf access. Untie your lines and within minutes youre in the Gulf of Mexico. No long idle rides. No navigating endless canals. Just open water and horizon. After the storm, the owners rebuilt with intention. This was not a quick refresh or investor project it was a thoughtful reinvestment into what they believed would be their forever home. Every improvement was completed with permits, care, and long term living in mind. You can feel it in the details. Impact rated windows and sliders frame sweeping water views and flood the home with natural light. The open concept design flows effortlessly into a beautifully appointed kitchen with quartz countertops and custom cabinetry selections made for enjoyment, not expedience. Both bedrooms function as private suites with spa inspired baths that reflect elevated taste and quality craftsmanship. And then there is the observation deck. A reinforced rooftop deck and lower deck area an $80,000 investment was built to capture panoramic Gulf sunsets that simply never get old. Morning coffee tastes better above the waterline. Evening gatherings linger longer. Dolphins become regular visitors. The water becomes part of your everyday life. The private and floating dock makes boating spontaneous and effortless. Cruise to waterfront favorites like Sam's Beach Bar and Inn on the Gulf. Spend the afternoon exploring Anclote Key Preserve State Park, anchoring at Durney Key, or heading offshore to the legendary Middle Grounds for world class fishing. Driftwood Isles offers waterfront freedom no HOA, no CDD just neighbors who understand tides, sunsets, and the value of Gulf proximity. Conveniently located about an hour from Tampa International Airport and roughly two hours from Walt Disney World, youre close to everything while living worlds away from ordinary. This home was rebuilt with heart. Designed for permanence. Positioned for lifestyle. Life circumstances change but the quality remains. If youve been waiting for a property that offers true Gulf access and intentional craftsmanship, this is your opportunity. Schedule your private showing and experience what the salt life is truly meant to be.