DIRECT GULF ACCESS WATERFRONT LIVING featuring a OVERSIZE CORNER LOT with a NATURAL PRESERVE DIRECTLY ACROSS THE STREET and a REAR WESTERLY-FACING BACKYARD FOR BREATHTAKING SUNSETS. This 3 bedroom / 2 bath home is currently being used as an active vacation rental and will be sold TURNKEY with everything from the furniture to the cups and plate being included. Could you ask for anything more in a property? Designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining, this home features a bright, open floor plan with a spacious family room that flows seamlessly into the dining area and updated kitchen. The kitchen has been tastefully renovated with beautiful cabinetry, SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS, and STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. Durable VINYL AND LAMINATE FLOORING extends throughout the home, while large windows fill the living spaces with natural light and showcase the surrounding water and preserve views. The spacious primary suite and guest bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, while both bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated. The primary bath features a stunning FLOOR-TO-CEILING CUSTOM TILE SHOWER WITH GLASS ENCLOSURE, and the guest bath offers an updated TUB/SHOWER COMBINATION WITH CUSTOM TILE SURROUNDS. Additional conveniences include an interior laundry room with utility sink and sliding glass doors with built-in blinds leading to the backyard waterfront. Outdoor living is what Hernando Beach is all about! Relax on the covered front porch overlooking the preserve, or enjoy the waterfront lifestyle from TWO OPEN CONCRETE PATIOS in the backyard. Boaters will appreciate the 61 FEET OF WATERFRONT , CONCRETE SEAWALL, 12' x 8' WOOD FLOATING DOCK, and DEEP WIDE CANAL WITH DIRECT GULF ACCESS through the area's scenic canal system, making it easy to spend your days fishing, boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, or watching breathtaking sunsets on the Gulf of Mexico. Additional updates include a NEW ROOF (2020), A/C (2024), and WATER HEATER (2018), providing peace of mind for years to come. The property also features an OVERSIZED partially fenced in yard with plenty of room for a FUTURE POOL as well as plenty of parking for your boat, RV, and jet skis. Located in the heart of HERNANDO BEACH, this home is in a GOLF CART-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY with NO HOA, NO CDD FEES, and SHORT-TERM RENTALS ALLOWED, making it an outstanding opportunity for a primary residence, vacation home, or investment property. Residents enjoy quick access to waterfront restaurants, marinas, public boat ramps, and the crystal-clear waters of Weeki Wachee Springs, while shopping, dining, hospitals, and everyday conveniences are just minutes away. With the Suncoast Parkway nearby, commuting to Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Tampa International Airport are quick and convenient. Experience the best of Florida's NATURE COAST, where every day feels like a vacation. Whether you're searching for exceptional boating access, outstanding fishing, or a peaceful waterfront retreat, this move-in-ready home offers the lifestyle you've been dreaming of.