This one-of-a-kind MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE property features 1st floor COURTYARD with winding staircase, wrap-around portico with COLUMNS and 2nd floor balcony with TERRACOTTA floor & WROUGHT IRON BALUSTRADES. The main house extends through a VERANDA with ARCHWAYS to the pool area, DETACHED GARAGE and Sport Court at rear (possible Pickleball court). The distinct roof design showcases red-clay-barrel tiles, two flat roofs with parapets, and shallow mansard roof over the primary suite, all giving the property architectural character. Mediterranean homes like this feature a VARIETY OF OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES and have plenty of ACCESS POINTS BRINGING THE OUTDOORS IN and expanding the functional living area to a massive 5,400 SQFT UNDER ROOF! Terraces, balconies, courtyards, and gardens with fountains give character to these unique spaces, ideal to relax and leaf through 'One Hundred Years of Solitude', revel in ‘Nights in the Gardens of Spain’ or share a Barolo or Chateauneuf du Pape with a friend or paramour. Drift back in time as you enter the home, you can’t turn a corner without seeing some unique feature of the Mediterranean design that gives it its notable charm including warm interior wood doors and floors, SPANISH MOSAIC floors in bathrooms, and staircase with wood/iron banister! The stunning kitchen is the center of the home complete with 42” soft close cabinets, stone countertops, SS appliances including induction oven, grand center island and separate breakfast bar. Just off the kitchen is a Bonus room with private entrance to a loggia, a perfect spot for alfresco dining, and is conveniently designed to make an art studio, office, small library or craft room. The IN-LAW SUITE with separate entrance is easily accessed from the side courtyard and is ideal for out-of-town visitors, or private home office/studio. On the 2nd floor you’ll find the Primary bedroom featuring a fireplace and extended 10ft ceiling, a perfect place to create a mural. The updated ensuite features dual sinks and walk-in shower. You’ll also find a private entrance to a 2nd floor balcony facing the pool, can be additional rec space, fitness center, or expansion for the primary bedroom! Two additional bedrooms on the 2nd floor share an updated full bathroom. All bedrooms have private entrances to the wrap-around balcony. The screened lanai opens to a sprawling paver pool deck, outdoor dining and lounge area, and 32ft resort-style saltwater pool. The outdoor kitchen with seating area & built-in grill will be a gathering spot for guests. Garage plus carport and extended driveway offers plenty of room for all of your vehicles and toys. 220V outlet for electrical charging needs. There’s plenty of room to add guest quarters above the garage or a Coach House behind the pool. Extra features include complete A/C replacement (3 units) 2023, New windows 2019, Crown molding in downstairs rooms, interior paint, solar panels 2023, security system 2023, new gutter/down spouts 2023 and detached garage renovation including new electrical panel. The home is situated in a prime location near the Carrollwood Country Club & Golf Course, just one block from the Carrollwood Cultural Center and 1 mile from the new Carrollwood Village Park with outdoor fitness, picnic areas, playgrounds, a large and small dog park, walking/running trails, skate park, splash pad, and outdoor ping pong & chess tables. RARE OPPORTUNITY to own one of the most unique homes in Carrollwood Village!