Welcome to Banyan Bay a Gated 'WORRY-FREE LIVING' waterfront townhome community nestled just south of vibrant downtown St. Petersburg. Not affected by 2024 Hurricanes flooding. From the moment you enter through the elegant wrought-iron gates, you're greeted by beautifully manicured grounds and mature landscaping that exude tranquility and pride of ownership. AMAZING HOA that provides peace-of-mind and a townhome that 'LIVES LIKE A SINGLE FAMILY HOME! Banyan Bay residents enjoy access to a heated...Welcome to Banyan Bay a Gated 'WORRY-FREE LIVING' waterfront townhome community nestled just south of vibrant downtown St. Petersburg. Not affected by 2024 Hurricanes flooding. From the moment you enter through the elegant wrought-iron gates, you're greeted by beautifully manicured grounds and mature landscaping that exude tranquility and pride of ownership. AMAZING HOA that provides peace-of-mind and a townhome that 'LIVES LIKE A SINGLE FAMILY HOME! Banyan Bay residents enjoy access to a heated community pool, and a private dock with 12 deeded boat slips (opportunities to rent from individual owners or purchase), a community day slip, and kayak and paddle board storage. This thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath features Luxury finishes throughout such as Quartz countertops, Porcelain sinks in all bathrooms, Luxury vinyl plank flooring (LVT) throughout, all IMPACT-RATED windows, doors and Garage Door, for storm safety and energy efficiency. Downstairs open-concept living/dining layout offers flexible arrangement options, tall ceilings, tall windows with Hunter Douglas PLANTATION shutters, a guest 1/2 bath and indoor laundry room. The CUSTOM designed kitchen offers Café appliances, DOUBLE electric range with APP-CONTROLLED, sealed MARBLE countertops, porcelain APRON sink with OFFSET drain, ISLAND with power and storage, large PANTRY closet, above-cabinet and under-cabinet LED lighting, Hunter Douglass MOTORIZED window shade. Coat closet with ample storage under staircase could be used for holiday and seasonal decor. Hurricane impact slider, with a motorized shade, leads out to the rear SCREENED porch and open-air extended patio, with room for your own grill, and framed by a privacy hedge providing a relaxing atmosphere for entertaining. Upstairs Comfort & Style is evident in the LOFT with a custom built-in niche providing additional storage. The stunning primary suite features a high COFFERED ceiling, a custom designed California Closet system featuring wall-to-wall VALET cabinetry, integrated make-up niche with dimmable lighting, and French doors leading to a private BALCONY. Spacious guest bedrooms and vaulted ceilings extend throughout the upper level, creating a bright and open ambiance. Additional SMART-HOME FEATURES & modern utilities include APP-CONTROLLED LG washer & dryer, NEST smoke detectors, GE whole-home water FILTRATION system with remote shutoff, APP-CONTROLLED RHEEM water heater (2020), HVAC system (2019) with UV antimicrobial light, OVERSIZED 2-Car Garage with MyQ SMART GARAGE opener on HURRICANE-RATED door, EPOXY floor, overhead storage and EV CHARGER-READY hookup (240v / 60-amp breaker). The comprehensive HOA includes ALL Exterior PAINT of the home and community (Community painted 2Q 2024), ROOF repairs & maintenance, INSURANCE flood and structures (owner only needs 'walls in coverage), WATER, 500 gig INTERNET, Spectrum CABLE, Common area LANDSCAPING, Irrigation, maintenance of the DOCK, POOL, Pool AMENITIES, GATE and the Private ROAD maintenance. LARGE DOG Friendly! Banyan Bay offers a rare blend of privacy, smart-living, and waterfront amenities-this Townhome is NOT in a flood zone and unaffected by recent storms. Within minutes from the Gulf beaches, and everything St. Petersburg has to offer. This is not just a home-it's a lifestyle. Come see it for yourself.