Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 2-bath pool home in the sought-after community of Ellington Place! A majestic shade oak, lush tropical landscaping, and a covered front porch with classic white railings create inviting curb appeal from the moment you arrive. Inside, vaulted ceilings and wood-look flooring lead from the foyer into a spacious living room with ceramic tile and sliding glass doors overlooking the pool. A second living area offers flexible space for a den, home office, or media room. The kitchen is generously sized with an abundance of wood cabinetry, tall pantry cabinets, stainless steel refrigerator and microwave, a breakfast bar, and a built-in desk, and opens to a sun-filled breakfast nook with windows on three sides. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling and private bath with a walk-in glass shower, a vanity with a seated makeup area, and an arched window for natural light. Two additional bedrooms with carpet and ceiling fans, second bathroom with a tub/shower combo, plus an indoor laundry room with storage leading to the 2-car garage, round out the interior. Step outside to the screened in-ground pool with a covered lanai stretching along the back of the home, perfect for year-round entertaining, along with a paver patio and a spacious backyard framed by mature trees and privacy hedges. No CDD fee! Ideally located minutes from Publix, shopping, and dining, with HCA Florida Trinity Hospital, Morton Plant North Bay Hospital, and AdventHealth North Pinellas all close by. Quick access to SR 54, the Suncoast Parkway, and the Veterans Expressway makes commuting to Tampa a breeze!