216 CASTILLO Road RARE RUSKIN OPPORTUNITY! Discover 9.29 acres of privacy and possibilities featuring a CUSTOM-BUILT Southern-style home, separate 2-bedroom/2-bath mobile home, massive pole barn and room for animals, boats, RVs, equipment and more! Tucked away at the end of a quiet rural street, yet minutes from the Little Manatee River, Apollo Beach, public boat ramps, shopping and conveniences. The impressive main residence welcomes you with a wraparound porch and veranda and offers 3 bedrooms PLUS an office/possible 4th bedroom with walk-in closet and 3 full baths. Custom curly maple woodwork adds distinctive character throughout. The main-level primary suite features French doors and a spacious en-suite with dual vanities, granite countertops, walk-in shower and 72-inch freestanding soaking tub. The well-equipped kitchen features a Thermador gas cooktop with electric griddle, GE Advantium wall oven/microwave-convection combination, KitchenAid 3-rack dishwasher and Samsung refrigerator with dual ice makers. A gas fireplace with stone and maple accents creates an inviting focal point in the living area. Three sets of French doors lead to a HUGE unfinished Florida room offering incredible potential for additional living or entertaining space. A paved rear lanai includes a propane hookup and is ready for your outdoor-kitchen vision. Additional features include a tankless propane water heater and whole-house central vacuum. Need space for your toys, equipment or hobbies? The expansive pole barn accommodates 15+ vehicles and offers room for boats, RVs, tractors and more, plus a workshop area with electric and plumbing. The separate 2-bedroom/2-bath mobile home has its own gated entrance and gravel driveway, updated plumbing, partially remodeled kitchen and multi-room mini-split A/C system-ideal for extended family, guests or other permitted uses. Gated and partially fenced with additional fencing and electric-gate components included. Bring your vision and enjoy acreage, privacy, versatility and Old Florida charm-all in one extraordinary Ruskin property!