*New Price* A Stunning 2023 Elevated Pool Home with 180-Degree Gulf Views in the highly desirable Mandalay Subdivision on North Clearwater Beach. This exquisite Hurricane Proof, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom 1960SQFT home offers a breathtaking 180-degree view of the Gulf of Mexico, blending luxury & functionality for the perfect coastal living experience. This residences provides a true Florida Lifestyle, touching on EVERY imaginable detail for comfort, peace of mind, luxury, & a laid back feeling only found in One of the Country's TOP BEACHES. 720 Bay Esplanade provides easy access to the intercoastal & a short walk to the beach-with Luxury Resorts, Restaurants, Marina's, Shops, & endless adventurous nearby. Upon entering, you're greeted by an oversized 2-car garage w/epoxy floors, upper cabinets, & ample storage space for paddleboards, jet skis, golf carts, and more. The home features 10-foot ceilings throughout, adding to its open & airy feel. The heart of the home is the spacious kitchen, complete with gas Energy Star stainless steel appliances, a wine fridge, custom wood range hood, shaker-style cabinets w/crown molding, granite countertops, decorative subway tile backsplash, dark fixtures, & a large island w/barstool seating. The kitchen seamlessly flows into the large dining & living areas, perfect for entertaining. Hurricane-Rated insulated double-pane sliders open up to a covered brick-paver balcony, offering the perfect space to relax while enjoying views of the backyard oasis. The living room features a stunning custom wood wall with an electric fireplace & remote-controlled blinds for added convenience. The primary suite offers a spacious walk-in closet & a luxurious en-suite bathroom with a sliding barn door, double sinks, a large walk-in shower w/frame-less glass door, & stylish decorative tile. Two generously sized guest bedrooms w/walk-in closets share a beautifully designed Jack-&-Jill bathroom featuring double vanity, tall countertops, modern dark fixtures, decorative tile flooring, & a tub/shower w/subway tile from tub to ceiling. Step outside to the 900+SQFT covered patio, plumbed for an outdoor kitchen & complete with cable/outlet hookups. Newly planted bushes, fresh sod, and vinyl fence ensure privacy and create a beautifully manicured backyard. Adjacent to the patio, a stunning pool area awaits, featuring Italian Marble decking, PebbleTec Sheen finish, ocean blue tile, and a waterfall. This home was built to withstand Florida’s weather w/hurricane-rated double-paned windows, engineered hurricane structure hardware, and a durable fiberglass front and back patio deck. Additional energy-efficient features include spray foam insulation (R-20), R-4.1 FI foil insulation, and a tank-less gas water heater. The property also includes a whole-house water softener and filtration system, a 4-zone irrigation system, and a transferable 10-year home buyer protection warranty. For added peace of mind, the home is equipped with hard-wired smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, a structure wire distribution system for cable/internet, Hometeam pest control in-wall system, and Bora Care termite treatment. This exceptional home offers the best of Florida living, with a prime location, high-end finishes, and unparalleled amenities. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to own a beautifully crafted, energy-efficient home in Clearwater Beach. This home performed exceptionally during our recent hurricanes! No HOA--Bring Your Boat!