Description: This stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom pool home offers direct Gulf of Mexico access and 170 feet of saltwater canal frontage, epitomizing Gulf Coast coastal cool meets farmhouse chic. The main house upstairs boasts waterproof luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout. The living room features a fireplace and quad French glass doors leading to a rear porch within the pool screen cage, offering panoramic views of the pool, canal, and Gulf of Mexico. The kitchen is a chef's dream with wrap-around granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, white shaker wood cabinets, and a stainless-steel farmhouse sink with a large window overlooking the canal and pool. The master bedroom suite includes a spacious bedroom, office area, and a large master bath with a walk-in shower and double vanities. Additionally, upstairs offers a guest bedroom, guest bathroom, laundry room, and dining room. Downstairs, the ground level is completely screened in and features a full studio apartment with a bathroom and full kitchen, perfect as an in-law suite. There's also a two-car garage, pool, outdoor seating area, and outdoor bar. Enjoy seamless boating with 170 feet of canal frontage leading directly to the Gulf of Mexico, with 2 floating docks already in place. Watch dolphins and manatees swim as you catch redfish, snook, and snappers from your backyard. Located in the Direct Gulf Access section of Hernando Beach, this home offers the ultimate boating experience without any fixed bridges. Hernando Beach is a hidden gem along the Gulf of Mexico, known for its recreational fishing and boating. Explore the coastal tiki bars, marinas, fine dining restaurants, seafood markets, and charming shops that dot the area. The community is a haven for those seeking a waterfront lifestyle, with single-family homes lining saltwater direct Gulf Access canals. The area boasts a vibrant commercial seafood industry, focusing on shrimping and stone crabbing. Enjoy world-class fishing opportunities for redfish, tarpon, snook, grouper, sea trout, and kingfish. For a refreshing escape, the Weeki Wachee spring and river are just 5 minutes away, offering swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking in cool 74-degree fresh spring water. Despite its peaceful setting, Hernando Beach is less than 10 minutes from US 19, offering access to Publix, shopping centers, chain restaurants, Walmart, Sam's Club, and major hospitals. Experience the tranquility of coastal living with the accessibility of urban amenities at Hernando Beach. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an active coastal lifestyle, this Gulf Coast Fishing Home offers the best of both worlds.