It was supposed to be the owner's “forever home”, but plans changed. With over $100k invested into the property over the past couple of years, this lovingly cared for home is a rare find! Located in the Elucid/Allendale Terrace area of St. Petersburg, this quaint cottage is bursting with amazing amenities. Arrive at the home to a beautifully landscaped front-yard featuring tropical plants, plumeria, palms, and a new custom vinyl scalloped 4 ft picket fence with a gate opening to the paver walkway to the front door. Raised flower beds with drip system irrigation and a stunning front entry with artistic and custom designed dolphin stair-rail make a grand entrance to this quaint home. Adorable copper rain chains from the newly installed gutters and roof add to the charm. The outside is freshly painted and with indigo shutters it makes an appealing and inviting entrance. Step inside to find a bright, open feel, featuring recently painted interior with high end additions: stylish floor to ceiling drapery, new hurricane windows and doors, designer living room fan with solid wood blades, top of the line integrated security system from ADT, and even a remote/wifi enabled HVAC control center that can be accessed by app when away. The open kitchen has a breakfast bar, quartz countertops, solid wood cabinetry, new stainless steel farm sink and faucet, counter to ceiling glass tile backsplash, and a Bosch dishwasher. Just past the kitchen you will find a cozy Florida room or perhaps a formal dinning room or office that accesses the covered back porch and the large completely fenced in backyard. The master bedroom also has an exit to the same back porch that leads an expertly landscaped garden with more tropical plants, palms and raised flower beds. From the alleyway a 12 foot wide gate allows you to pull into the driveway and under the carport. There is also a pedestrian gate leading to the alley, and a finished paver patio and a stand alone storage shed. The 2nd bedroom features a super quiet DC powered designer fan, dual closets with adjustable shelving and a California closet system. Both full bathrooms have been remodeled and include new comfort height toilets. Outside of the guest bathroom, there is a newer stackable Bosch washer/dryer in the hall closet that was installed in 2020. Other upgrades include: new roof in 2019, new A/C and ductwork in 2020, new 2022 Halo-LED in-duct Air Purification system with warranty, and new plumbing throughout including new water line to the street and new sewer line to the street. Make sure to ask for the complete list of over 30 upgrades and improvements to this maticulously maintained home. Due to the home's location no flood insurance is required, yet you are close to downtown's bustling restaurants, shops and waterfront parks and marinas.