1929 Mediterranean Home Is One Of Originals On Davis Islands

TAMPA, FL — Located on desirable Davis Islands, this Mediterranean was one of the original homes built in 1929.

• Address: 136 W Davis Blvd, Tampa, Florida
• Price: $2,900,000
• Square Feet: 5566
• Bedrooms: 5
• Bathrooms: 5 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1929

The 5.566-square-foot home has character, while at the same time offers updated touches throughout. Many features have been restored to their original state: the front door, the gates leading to the kitchen, a leaded window, built-ins, the staircase and many of the floors.

The formal 14- by 20-foot dining room features a wood-burning fireplace, plantation shutters and original hardwood floors. Across the hallway is a bright den equipped with many built-ins, plantation shutters and original hardwood floors. A half bath is tucked in under the stairs.

The oversized gourmet eat-in kitchen is the hub of the home. There are two islands with three countertops. The kitchen has a new six-burner Thermador range top with griddle, new Thermador double ovens, a Bosch dishwasher, two warming drawers, two refrigerated beverage drawers, commercial grade Sub Zero refrigerator and freezer, microwave, ice maker, wine cooler, walk-in pantry and appliance garage.

There is also a built-in desk and two sets of French doors that lead to a gated motor court, two-car garage and storage shed or workshop.

The expansive great room has a built-in custom entertainment center. The room is also wired for indoor and outdoor surround sound. Just off the great room is a hallway with a five-locker mud room and a two-story in-law suite.

The upstairs can be used as a playroom, office or bedroom. Downstairs houses a full bath, indoor utility room and extra storage cabinets.

Upstairs, the 35- by 25-foot master suite features plantations shutters, a large built-in armoire and French doors opening to a long, covered terrace overlooking the large yard and pool. The master bath has a soaking tub, separate shower, his and her sinks, his and hers laundry pullouts and his and hers custom walk-in closets.

The second floor also houses three other bedrooms. The second bedroom has the original hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, the home's original dining room chandelier, and an en suite bathroom with a stand-up shower. The large third bedroom has two custom closets, plantation shutters and the original hardwood floors. The fourth bedroom has a walk-in closet and the original hardwood floors. The third and fourth bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with the original tub/shower combination and the original tile floors.

Back downstairs, three French doors lead from the family foom to the outdoor entertainment area. There is a sizable lawn, lanai, pool with fountain, sun shelf and hot tub. The pool cabana is complete with a half bath, outdoor shower, wet bar and a full kitchen. A mosquito misting system keeps the perimeter of the house bug free. The property also has an in-ground irrigation system, and outdoor lighting illuminates the entire yard. The exterior also has been recently updated.

The entire home was painted, and custom-made awnings were installed in 2021.

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.