Looking for the boating lifestyle without paying true waterfront prices? This upgraded Tarpon Springs pool home offers private dock access, a boat lift, extensive recent improvements, and offers over 2,600 sq ft of living space, private dock access, a boat lift, and extensive recent improvements. Imagine ending your day in the hot tub overlooking the bayou before heading out for a sunset cruise. Located directly across from Whitcomb Bayou, this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath pool home offers the ideal blend of space, lifestyle, and value for buyers seeking boating access without the premium price tag often associated with direct waterfront properties. The majority of the home's main structure is situated outside of the flood zone, adding additional appeal and peace of mind. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the spacious interior features multiple living areas, generous bedroom sizes, and flexible space ideal for large families, guests, or multigenerational living. Recent interior updates, including fresh paint in select areas and thoughtful decluttering, enhance the home's clean, bright, and move-in-ready feel. Extensive 2024 improvements make this property stand out in today's market, including a brand-new roof completed in 2025, hurricane-impact windows and doors, fresh exterior paint, new pool equipment, a newly sealed and painted pool deck, and a fully rescreened pool enclosure. These major updates provide buyers with valuable insurance-friendly improvements and long-term peace of mind. Step outside to your private retreat featuring a screened pool area, newer hot tub, tranquil bayou views, and direct access to a private dock and boat lift, perfect for boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or simply enjoying Florida's waterfront lifestyle. Two storage sheds offer additional room for tools, outdoor equipment, or water toys. Additional updates include newer appliances, including the refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. If you've been searching for space, boating access, major upgrades, and the coastal Florida lifestyle without paying true waterfront pricing, this home offers a rare opportunity in one of Tarpon Springs' most desirable waterfront communities.