Welcome to your own slice of WATERFRONT PARADISE with DIRECT GULF ACCESS in the highly sought-after SEA PINES COMMUNITY of HUDSON, FLORIDA! This beautifully maintained 2 BEDROOM + FLEX SPACE, 2 BATHROOM, 1 CAR GARAGE HOME with a BOAT LIFT is perfectly positioned on a quiet CUL-DE-SAC just TWO STREETS FROM THE GULF, offering the ideal blend of coastal lifestyle, comfort, and convenience in a GOLF CART FRIENDLY NEIGHBORHOOD. From the moment you arrive, you'll notice the EXTENDED DRIVEWAY, charming front porch, and decorative glass entry door. Inside, the home features a desirable OPEN FLOOR PLAN filled with natural light and designed to capture STUNNING WATER VIEWS from multiple living areas. The main living spaces feature TILE FLOORING THROUGHOUT, while both bedrooms offer durable VINYL FLOORING. The kitchen is a standout with GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, DOUBLE OVEN RANGE, PANTRY CLOSET, VAULTED CEILINGS, and stylish wood accents. The EAT-IN KITCHEN AND DINING AREA OVERLOOK THE WATER, and flow seamlessly into the family room--perfect for entertaining. The spacious primary suite offers a private retreat with an UPDATED PRIMARY BATHROOM featuring a FLOOR-TO-CEILING SUBWAY TILE WALK-IN SHOWER, CUSTOM GLASS DOORS, and built-in shelving for a spa-like feel. The guest bedroom is generously sized, and the guest bathroom is also updated with a CUSTOM SUBWAY TILE SHOWER/TUB COMBINATION, providing a clean, modern finish throughout. A versatile FLEX SPACE adds incredible value--ideal for a home office, den, second living area, or hobby room. Step outside to your WATERFRONT BACKYARD OASIS featuring DIRECT GULF ACCESS, an oversized BOAT LIFT, FISH CLEANING STATION, and TWO DOCKS (FLOATING + STATIONARY)--perfect for boating, fishing, kayaking, and enjoying the ultimate Florida lifestyle. The expansive SCREENED-IN LANAI spans the back of the home and includes a HOT TUB, PAVER FLOORING, and peaceful water views, creating the perfect space to relax or entertain year-round. Additional features include WROUGHT IRON FENCING, multiple concrete deck areas, and ample outdoor living space. Additional updates include double pane windows, Roof in 2022 AC in 2025 and Hot Water Heater in 2023 with current insurance quotes of approximately 4,805/year for flood insurance and 2,827/year for homeowners insurance. . SEA PINES offers true coastal living with easy access to boating, waterfront dining, marinas, and unforgettable sunsets right from your backyard. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, beaches, hospitals, and the SUNCOAST PARKWAY for an easy commute to Tampa. Whether you're searching for a FULL-TIME RESIDENCE, VACATION HOME, or INVESTMENT PROPERTY, this exceptional waterfront home checks all the boxes.