Short Sale. THIS SHORT SALE IS WITH A SECOND LIEN HOLDER AND WILL BE MUCH QUICKER THAN A NORMAL SHORT SALE! Welcome to this 5-bedroom, 3-bath home with a 3-car tandem garage, ideally situated on a premium corner lot in the gated golf course community of Heritage Isles. A two-story foyer with a soaring 19-foot ceiling and leaded glass front door creates an impressive first impression. Arched doorways, rounded corners, soaring ceilings, ceramic tile and luxury vinyl flooring in the main living areas, upgraded carpeting in the bedrooms, faux wood blinds, and designer lighting add timeless style throughout the home. The living and dining rooms just inside the front door provide the perfect space for entertaining, while the heart of the home is the stunning chef's kitchen. Designed to impress, it features polished granite countertops, a large center island with an undermount sink, rich 42-inch maple cabinetry with roll-out shelves, a spacious pantry, breakfast bar, built-in desk, sunny breakfast nook, and stainless steel appliances, including a built-in microwave, glass-top range, and side-by-side refrigerator. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room and covered lanai, making everyday living connected and effortless. One bedroom and a full bathroom are conveniently located on the first floor, creating the perfect guest suite, home office, or multigenerational living space. Upstairs, the spacious owner's retreat features dual walk-in closets and a luxurious ensuite bath with granite countertops, long vanity with dual sinks, a relaxing garden tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. Three additional oversized bedrooms, a versatile loft space, and a large bonus/media room behind double doors provide endless possibilities for a home theater, game room, fitness area, or additional living space. Additional highlights include an interior laundry room with cabinetry, a security system, and a 3-car tandem garage equipped with a GearTrax storage system and generator hookup. Enjoy the outstanding amenities of Heritage Isles, including a championship golf course, clubhouse, on-site restaurant, resort-style pool, fitness center, tennis courts, basketball and volleyball courts, playgrounds, parks, and walking trails. The CDD fee is included in the property taxes. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, USF, major research hospitals, Downtown Tampa, and major highways, this exceptional home offers the perfect combination of luxury, space, convenience, and an active resort-style lifestyle.