About 16323 Burniston Drive
Under contract-accepting backup offers. **WELCOME HOME** Tucked inside the gates of the highly desired Whitehall community in greater Tampa Palms, this tastefully appointed five bedroom, three full and two half bathroom custom built Hannah-Bartoletta pool home is simply a must see and a unique find! Situated on a premium preserve lot, curb appeal abounds with tropical landscaping and a large covered front porch with a charming gazebo sitting area welcoming you! Step inside where you’ll be greeted by an abundance of natural light and charmed by the open and airy feeling the ten foot ceilings provide. As you tour the home, notice the many stylish upgrades which include Bast Pecan Mocha hardwood flooring, polished Crema Marfil marble floors with onyx inlays, silk window treatments, plantation shutters, 7” baseboards, crafted crown and wall moldings, and much more! Your tour begins in the dedicated entry area that flows into the formal living and dining spaces. The formal living area features two sets of French doors that lead out to the screened lanai and pool deck. Located just off the living room is an office highlighted by double doors and a wall of floor to ceiling bookshelves. The expansive owner’s suite occupies its wing on the first floor and features private access to the lanai/pool deck, two closets including a walk-in closet with custom shelving, and a private en suite complete with a soaking tub, a glass enclosed walk-in shower, two oversized vanities, and a private water closet. Next on your tour, you’ll find a half bathroom with direct access to the lanai. Open concept living exudes in the great room with the kitchen overlooking the informal dining and living areas. The well equipped kitchen is truly a chef’s dream with a gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, 42” raised panel maple cabinetry, granite countertops, a work prep island, and walk-in pantry. The informal living area features a wall full of built in shelves and gas fireplace, two sets of French doors that lead to the lanai and pool, motorized shades, and access to the bonus garden room that is highlighted by a stone floor, open beams and stacked stone wall accents. Finishing up the first floor is a dedicated laundry room and direct access to the side-entry three car garage. Journey up the wide staircase and you’ll find an unexpected bonus space perfect for a media room, secondary living space, play room, craft room, or anything else one can imagine! There are a total of three bedrooms located upstairs. Two share a Jack-and-Jill style bathroom with one arranged as a perfect second office or homework space with built-in shelves, storage, and file cabinets. The third bedroom is oversized and has a full hall bathroom next to it. Next on your tour is the screened lanai and pool area which boasts a large, covered area for your outdoor living space, an outdoor kitchen, paver pool deck, and a spa that cascades into the sparkling saltwater pool. Highlighted by privacy and picturesque preserve views, the grounds invite you to explore further along the brick pathways that wind through the yard. *Downstairs HVAC new in 2018, upstairs HVAC new in 2021, and water heater new in 2021* Situated in the coveted Chiles Elementary/Liberty Middle/Freedom High School district with many esteemed private schools also nearby. Whitehall neighborhood homes include membership to the North Tampa Palms clubhouse with resort-style pool, tennis courts and fitness center. Amenities abound in this prime location with easy access to I-75.
