Home is being sold without owner warranties, the bones of this home are amazing and worth renovating for the person that does not want a new build. The history of this Tampa landmark (although not on the historic registry) is very interesting. The Mediterranean style estate on over a acre, was restored to its 1920s grandeur in 1987. It is surrounded by a stucco over hollow tile security wall enhanced by forged Spanish wrought iron security gates. The walkways, courtyards and portions of the front and pool are hand laid in old Chicago brick. The Olympic size pool was originally saltwater fed from Tampa Bay. The dock was partially damaged by the storm and is not walkable at this time.
The original owners, Arnold S. Kirkelby and his wife Carlotta, Cuesta (The Cuesta cigar heirs) the only daughter of Tampa cigar magnate, A.L. Questa delighted in entertaining Hollywood guests such as Esther Williams, who performed by diving from the three story tower into the 67 foot pool. Mr. Kirkleby was from Hollywood, and their Hollywood home was the home used for the Beverly Hills hillbilly series. The Shore Crest house is not a consideration as part of the sale, but it just comes with the land if someone wants it.
Home is being sold without owner warranties, the bones of this home are amazing and worth renovating for the person that does not want a new build. The history of this Tampa landmark (although not on the historic registry) is very interesting. The Mediterranean style estate on over a acre, was restored to its 1920s grandeur in 1987. It is surrounded by a stucco over hollow tile security wall enhanced by forged Spanish wrought iron security gates. The walkways, courtyards and portions of the front and pool are hand laid in old Chicago brick. The Olympic size pool was originally saltwater fed from Tampa Bay. The dock was partially damaged by the storm and is not walkable at this time.
The original owners, Arnold S. Kirkelby and his wife Carlotta, Cuesta (The Cuesta cigar heirs) the only daughter of Tampa cigar magnate, A.L. Questa delighted in entertaining Hollywood guests such as Esther Williams, who performed by diving from the three story tower into the 67 foot pool. Mr. Kirkleby was from Hollywood, and their Hollywood home was the home used for the Beverly Hills hillbilly series. The Shore Crest house is not a consideration as part of the sale, but it just comes with the land if someone wants it.
Features
Building and Construction
Covered Spaces: 0.00
Exterior Features: Balcony, Courtyard, French Doors, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Storage
Fencing: Fenced, Masonry
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Living Area: 7545.00
Other Structures: Cabana, Guest House
Roof: Built-Up, Other, Tile
Land Information
Lot Features: Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved
School Information
High School: Plant-HB
Middle School: Coleman-HB
School Elementary: Grady-HB
Garage and Parking
Garage Spaces: 2.00
Open Parking Spaces: 0.00
Parking Features: Driveway, Ground Level, Guest, Parking Pad
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Legal Description: BEACH PARK THAT PT OF LOTS 2 3 8 9 AND 10 DESC AS FROM SW COR OF LOT 1 RUN N 63 DEG 59 MIN 09 SEC E 152.74 FT TO POB FROM POB RUN N 63 DEG 59 MIN 09 SEC E 70.44 FT THN N 24 DEG 42 MIN 45 SEC W 8.53 FT THN N 64 DEG 03 MIN 05 SEC E 70.95 FT THN S 22 DEG 32 MIN 48 SEC E 8.45 FT TO THE SLY BDRY LINE OF LOTS 2 AND 3 THN S 63 DEG 59 MIN 09 SEC W ALG SD BDRY 1.14 FT THN S 29 DEG 00 MIN 52 SEC E 142.94 FT TO THE NLY R/W LINE OF SHORE CREST CIRCLE THN SWLY AN ARC DIST 188.04 FT CHD BRG S 62 DEG W THN N 10 DEG 45 MIN W 153.80 FT TO POB BLOCK 11
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