The term “spec house” means it is a speculative venture for the builder, built with the intention of selling it as-is or with minimal changes to a home buyer. Should I Consider a Spec House? First it’s important to understand, in the building industry, there are different types...
If you are a fan of waterfront living then Shore Acres may be the right neighborhood for you. Shore Acres is a tropical waterfront community, in northeast St. Petersburg, only minutes from downtown and easy access to Tampa offering waterfront luxury homes on the bay and...
Spring Cleaning Made Easy? Well, lets start with the name. Spring cleaning sounds easy, but it really has a bad name. Is sounds fresh, and airy, which is what you want when you are finished. However, that's anything but easy to achieve...
Save money and lower your utility bills with these tips on how to save energy at home Saving energy at home is easier than you think. Dramatic reductions in heating, cooling and electricity costs can be accomplished through very simple changes, most of which you can do...
One of the advantages of building a custom home is the ability to create your own backyard oasis. Much more than a backyard pool, When we help homeowners envision their backyard oasis, we work with them to create their own unique outdoor experience. Some of Our Backyard...
Beach Park is regarded as one of Tampa’s finest neighborhoods. Described as "nature's beautiful spot” with its oak trees and palms, azaleas and dogwood, Southern pine and philodendron, this neighborhood appeals to many homeowners. Developed in the 1920’s on land which was once a mixture of thick...
Making the decision to build your dream custom home vs buying an existing home is one of the more challenging decisions a home buyer will make. For many, the decision begins with a finanical consideration. It is a common assumption that buying an existing home for a...
We are often asked about "standard features" in our custom homes. So what are the standard features in each custom home building project at Devonshire Custom Homes? Glad you asked. Our custom home building standards reflect our core value that quality is extremely important. We take great...
The name Palma Ceia is at once peaceful, beautiful, graceful. While the name itself inspires questions to its origin, there is no question about the exclusive and consistent popularity of one of South Tampa's most desirable neighborhoods. Located southwest of downtown Tampa, Palma Ceia is a...
The unique character and charm of one of St. Petersburg’s first neighborhoods makes Historic Old Northeast one of the most desirable custom home neighborhoods in the city. Boasting waterfront parks, brick streets with granite curbs, concrete and hexagon block sidewalks, and picket fences under a dense...