14502 Rice Rd, Hudson, FL 34667

MOTIVATED SELLER!! 95 FT WATERFRONT, DIRECT ACCESS TO GULF OF MEXICO. Welcome to this custom, site-built 3 bedroom/2 bath elevated home situated on a saltwater canal with captivating views of sunrises, sunsets and conservation land. NO rear neighbors. This property boasts an oversized lot on a private cul-de-sac with NO HOA. Step inside through the oversized front door to discover a spacious open floor plan filled with abundant natural light and a large living room with breakfast bar, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is a chef's dream with quartzite surfaces, soft-close doors and drawers, 42' upper cabinets, a double-oven range, an island with integrated microwave, beverage cooler and eat-in bar areas. A generous food pantry adds to the convenience of storage.The kitchen sliders open up to a second-story balcony, offering panoramic views of the bird/wildlife sanctuary in your backyard where manatees, swallow-tail kites, snook, redfish and a variety of fish play. The primary suite is a private retreat with a large walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom boasting a marble dual vanity and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms share a bathroom with an oversized granite vanity and tub/shower combination. Never worry about storage again because this home has 8 closets! The lower level of the home features a concrete pad with two tandem parking spots, two standard parking spots, an air conditioned 250 square foot workshop/storage area (not included in the SF of the listing), and a spacious covered deck. The seawall includes custom stairs for easy water access, perfect for launching your kayak. The property is fenced on two sides, providing extra privacy. This energy-efficient and meticulously constructed home was built using the most stringent hurricane/storm resistant requirements according to Florida's Building Code. Designed with extra insulation, impact/low e windows and sliders, and energy-efficient appliances, the most recent power bills are typically under $100 a month. You can sleep well at night knowing no expense was spared during the construction of this exceptional property. Upgraded to 2x6 interior walls, stucco exterior instead of siding, premium shingles, and reinforced pilings to ensure durability and longevity. The home also features a master bedroom closet that was engineered to be used as a 'safe room' in the center of the house with double drywall installed. Additional upgrades include a ring security system with cameras, motion detection lights, pre-wiring for a cargo/people lift, pre-wiring for a generator hook-up on the upper balcony. Built only 3 years ago, this home represents the epitome of modern living, combining cutting-edge technology with thoughtful design elements to create a truly remarkable luxurious waterfront home. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional property - schedule a showing today to experience the beauty and tranquility of living on Florida's Nature Coast. Enjoy the many amenities living in Hudson has to offer!! Drive your golf cart to nearby popular restaurants and beaches, see live local bands, catch dinner in your backyard or hop on your watercraft and enjoy a short ride to the Gulf of Mexico. Conveniently located just 40 minutes from Tampa International Airport (TIA) and the Tampa Bay area, which is home to top-notch entertainment, excellent health care, exceptional cuisine, diverse culture, competitive sport teams and so much more!