213 Essex Dr, Ormond Beach, FL 32176

BACK-UP OFFERS WELCOME!! Embrace the opportunity to live the coveted beach lifestyle in this unique BEACHSIDE bungalow located amongst million-dollar homes. This stunning home truly embodies the essence of coastal living. Start your day savoring morning coffee surrounded by the serenity of coastal breezes and tropical landscapes. Delight in your own private oasis with a fully fenced large backyard, absolutely perfect for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or simply the space you need for family and pets. Step inside to discover thoughtfully designed interior spaces, seamlessly blending classic charm, modern comfort and convenience. Your beautifully remodeled kitchen and inviting open living space are enhanced by vaulted cedar ceilings. Relish the luxury of upgraded granite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, a large island, stone tiled backsplash, and stainless appliances in your kitchen. From the eat-in dining room, you can venture outside to your screened lanai and enjoy indoor-outdoor living with your well-manicured backyard, new sod and tropical gardens. Natural light fills the home with its many double-paned windows, allowing you to enjoy the views of your palm trees and custom landscaping. Beautiful porcelain plank tile flows through the main living areas and luxury vinyl plank flooring in the 2 bedrooms. The bathroom was updated in 2020 and offers unique storage with built-in wall cabinetry. A vintage laundry space is located in the carport with a stacked, large-capacity washer and dryer with room for storage. There's plenty of parking thanks to curved driveway, adding to this idyllic home's curb appeal. The beach house has central A/C and is energy efficient with insulated, dual paned windows and ceiling fans. A 200-amp panel was installed, possibly allowing for a new shed, studio apt., hot tub or pool to be added. The outdoor shower is perfect for days at the beach and offers both hot and cold water for rinsing the surf and sand away. If you're curious, the septic was emptied in March 2023 and plumbing updated in 2021. Enjoy your morning/evening walks on the sand, a bike ride along the coast, or dine at one of the local ocean-to-table restaurants. Ormond Beach is just minutes from Daytona and is truly one of the best places to live in Florida. With its gorgeous surroundings, blue waters, mesmerizing sunsets and art events throughout the year, Ormond by the Sea offers a first-class experience without sacrificing its small-town grace. Come see this amazing one-of-a-kind beach property and make it your own!