Welcome to the ''castle on hernando beach''! This modern mediterranean home nestled on the gulf of mexico is a rare find with open gulf views and breathtaking sunsets! A stunning 4 bedroom, 4 bath home, custom built using commercial grade construction; with poured in place concrete walls, concrete floors and decks, steel trusses, and 45 pilings. Elevator with access to all 3 levels of the home. This expansive resort style property feels like your own private oasis. Featuring a paver deck, kidney shaped saltwater heated pool with laminar jets, spa, covered patio, firepit, and dock including a jet ski lift. The 3 story front elevation has a spectacular architecture design, showcasing a large fountain at center of two grand circular spanish tiled staircases that lead to the front doors. Enter the foyer, your attention is immediately drawn to the panoramic views visible from nearly every room. The 2nd level is made for entertaining! Featuring an airy open floor plan with luxurious travertine marble and red brazilian hardwood throughout. The family room has mesmerizing ocean views, 20' cathedral coffered ceilings, and a gas fireplace with coral like mantle and built in glass shelves. The lavish kitchen with center island and an additional 9 ft. Of bar height seating is a chef's dream featuring granite countertops, double ovens, double sinks, microwave, trash compactor as well as a dishwasher and refrigerator that blends seamlessly with upscale wood cabinetry. There are 3 pantry closets with custom shelves, two of which are walk ins. The kitchen also includes a desk and nook with oversized bay windows. Theater room contains stadium seating, polk audio surround sound system and large 120'' screen that captivates! The living room is perfect for reading or intimate conversations. Around the bend is a wet bar with upscale cabinetry, granite counter, silver sink and wine fridge. There is a separate formal dining room, a 4th bedroom (or office) and full bathroom. The patio is ideal for outdoor meals and contains a tankless gas grill. The 3rd level presents 3 luxurious retreats with ensuite bathrooms. Two of which have private covered balconies and spa like accommodations which include a whirlpool tub, shower, marble floors and walls, private water closets, walk in closets. The west wing features the two guest retreats, and across the catwalk is the owners primary retreat which provides ample privacy and seclusion. This level includes the laundry room with washer, dryer, deep sink and ample upscale cabinetry and granite counter. The 1st level contains 3 separate garage bays, one of them tandem, and a whopping 2,587 sq. Ft. Of parking/storage space. The front u shape driveway can easily accommodate 10 12 autos. Accessing all 3 levels of this home is easy with its new elevator (and/or stairs) and you will love the 8' tall doors, upscale lighting fixtures and overhead fans throughout the house. Hot water is provided by 2 efficient gas tankless water heaters and there is a central vacuum cleaner. There are no deed restrictions, hoa or short term rental restrictions. Enjoy breathtaking sunsets, dolphins, manatees, various fish, turtles, and so much more! Hernando beach is an up and coming waterfront community. You will experience the ultimate florida lifestyle and you are within a short drive to the world famous weeki wachee springs, tampa international airport and the greater tampa area.