*HIGHEST AND BEST DUE by 6pm on 3/19/21* You'll be absolutely smitten with this adorable Gulfport cottage! Located just one block from the Clam Bayou Nature Preserve and the Gulfport Marina, this 1950 charmer is the epitome of Old Florida living. Native tropical landscaping adorns the front lawn and you'll feel as if you're entering your own secret garden as you walk under a welcoming pergola and through a double-doored wooden gate to enter your new home. A composite deck offers a warm welcome to your side entrance, offering additional privacy and security. Step inside and fall in love! The spacious kitchen is not typical for a 1950 build, with charismatic ceramic tile floors, a butcher block for extra prep and storage space and even room for a breakfast table if desired. The window over the sink provides views of your spacious backyard and a convenient screen door offers access to your back patio, perfect for grilling. The kitchen opens up to your "keeping room" traditionally used for keeping guests out of the chef's way while still keeping company; this room has great natural light and also serves well as a home office, artist's studio, craft room or a play space. A large pass-through connects the keeping room with the living room where the bamboo flooring extends and a decorative crown molding adds even more character to the space. This home lives much larger than the reported 884 square feet due to the wide open doorways and plentiful natural light through windows that were updated in 2005. Both bedrooms offer built-in closets with upper and lower storage space. From the front bedroom you can enjoy views of your tropical foliage and the back bedroom offers sliders out onto the guest deck and backyard. A full-size stackable laundry nook is found in the hallway and a built-in linen closet expands the home's storage space. The full guest bath is bright and includes a tub/shower. In the backyard you'll find a perfect shade tree to escape our blistering sun as well as three storage sheds. There's room for a pool or to expand your composite decking for more outdoor entertainment. Cultivate your own garden by adding raised beds to the yard or simply enjoy the peaceful oasis it already provides. Gulfport is one of Pinellas County's most unique and desired communities with shopping, restaurants, galleries and live music along Beach Blvd, and active community theater, Senior's Center, public library, dog park and various community events throughout the year, including a weekly Fresh Market and monthly Art Walk. Gulfport Beach offers stunning sunset views and the Boca Ciega Bay is a great place to paddleboard or kayak while watching manatees and dolphins playing in the bay.