555 5TH AVE NE #824

Stunning, gorgeous, one-of-a-kind, and possibly perfect condo in St. Petersburg's prestigious Vinoy Place. With views of the open bay as well as peeks of the beach drive skyline and the Vinoy Basin, this unit is as special as they come. Completely remodeled by renowned designer Rob Bowen, it features subtle yet sumptuous design elements in every room. Entering the unit to encounter the blue horizon of Tampa Bay stretching across the entire bank of windows is a joy you'll relish anew every time you return home. Both tremendously peaceful and strikingly beautiful, this unit is also easily livable, with a flowing 3-bedroom floor plan featuring a bonus "Vinoy Room" that functions perfectly as a media room, den, library, or office. The kitchen has been redesigned to suit the most demanding chefs and is ideally suited for entertaining and day-to-day enjoyment. Featuring a high-end Jenn Air appliance package, including an induction cooktop, large over-under refrigerator/freezer, wine cooler, dishwasher, and an extra set of under-counter refrigerator drawers, it’s also graced with with modern cabinetry from Miralis, using Blum vertical hinges on some of the upper cabinets. The seemly endless island provides an enormous amount of storage and holds the Allia sink and a Quantum 6000 drinking water filtration system. The master suite, offering a view of the Beach Drive skyline is a showpiece of luxury and design. The master bath is nothing less than absolutely stunning, a spacious, 3 dimensional work of art, complete with a free-standing soaking tub on a platform of basketweave tile, two sinks, a frameless walk-in shower, and tons of counter space. All of the bedrooms feature large, walk-out balconies. The 2nd bedroom shares a balcony with the master and also has views of downtown and Vinoy basin, and the 3rd bedroom has tall sliding glass doors offering a magnificent view of the St. Petersburg Pier. The very best view of the pier is seen from the main living area, and it’s this view that is one of the best the city has to offer. Not only do you look straight out at the blue water of the bay, you also have a full-length view of the pier, and an intimate view of the Vinoy Park. The location of this unit provides for unparalleled experience of the St. Petersburg lifestyle. With Vinoy Park right outside your door, your living room and front balconies will serve as private box seats to the array of concerts and events that take place there, and you’re in walking distance to an ever-expanding selection of restaurants, galleries, museums, and theaters our city has to offer, not to mention the expansive St. Petersburg waterfront and incredible new Pier. In addition, you’ll be a few few steps away from the famous Vinoy Club and marina, as well as the Cross-Bay Ferry to Tampa. It’s truly one of the most remarkable units in the most remarkable city on the Gulf Coast. Don’t miss the 360° virtual tour and cinematic video attached to this listing.