12809 5TH ISLE **Come See This Gulf-Front Oasis!** Elevated above the Gulf of Mexico and Salt Springs State Park, this 3-story home offers stunning panoramic water views and the ultimate coastal lifestyle. Watch dolphins, manatees, and shorebirds from your backyard or enjoy world-class fishing and boating, with direct Gulf access just a mile away. Inside, the 2nd-floor main living area greets you with high ceilings, warm wood floors, and a wall of windows showcasing breathtaking Gulf views. The open-concept layout connects the chef’s kitchen—complete with a 6-burner gas stove, custom backsplash, and high-end stainless appliances (2021)—to the living and dining areas. A stone fireplace adds cozy charm, while French doors lead to a wraparound balcony for sunset watching and Gulf breezes. The 3rd-floor master suite is a private retreat you must see to believe! It features a spacious bedroom with a gas fireplace, adjacent library/office with built-in shelving, a huge screened porch with views for miles and amazing sunsets, and a spa-like en suite bath with a jetted tub, separate shower, and water closet with heated seat (it's better than you imagine), plus a huge custom walk-in closet . Two 2nd-floor bedrooms also enjoy water views, high ceilings, and thoughtful details like a Murphy bed in one and en suite bath access in the other. A dumbwaiter, gas washer/dryer, and utility sink add convenience to the 2nd-floor laundry room. On the ground floor, the oversized 2-car garage with an extra-tall door provides storage, while a huge recreation room with epoxy flooring and mini-splits offers flexible space for entertaining or relaxing. Outside, a concrete seawall, 2-level dock with a 10, 000-lb boat lift (2020), and floating dock make it easy to enjoy life on the water. This home is packed with modern upgrades for peace of mind, including a 4-zone AC system (2020 & 2023), an automatic-on gas generator (2021), a tankless water heater (2020), water softener (2020), and propane-powered stove and dryer. Additional features like a fire sprinkler system, Ring cameras, impact windows, and shutters make it both safe and convenient. **Words don’t do it justice—schedule your tour today and experience this Gulf-front paradise in person!** Check out the 3D tour and property video too!