September 12, 2016 | In the News
Family Home of Tennis Player Kelly Liggan Hits the Market
Liggan competed in the US Open and Wimbledon Championships
TAMPA, FL (September 12, 2016) – The parents of Kelly Liggan, a retired Irish tennis player, have listed their Saddlebrook Resort property for $600,000. Known for its tennis academy, Saddlebrook allowed Liggan the opportunity to perfect her tennis skills and prepare for worldwide competitions, all from the comfort of her neighborhood. Liggan competed in the 2003 US Open and the 2004 Wimbledon Championships, reaching the second round of both competitions. Her success continued and she later went on to the International Tennis Federation tour and made two Grand Slam doubles main draw appearances before retiring in 2010.
James Silver of Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate’s St. Petersburg NE office has the listing, located at 30238 Laurelwood Lane.
Saddlebrook is renowned for its tennis and golf academies, boasting two golf courses 45 tennis courts and expert coaches. The home offers a spacious 3,200 square feet of space with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and one partial bathroom. Entering the home, guests are greeted with views of the pool and 14th fairway.
“It’s rare to find a Saddlebrook property of this caliber priced below $800,000, so this home offers a great value for golf course living,” said James Silver. “The Liggan family has built a lot of great memories in this home and it was the perfect spot for Kelly to train.”
The property offers:
· Vaulted ceilings and bamboo flooring throughout
· Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wine storage, breakfast bar and coffered ceiling
· Outdoor entertaining space with large screened lanai and pool, accessible through retracting sliding doors
· Master ensuite with his and hers closets, dual vanities, jetted tub, separate walk-in shower and granite counters
Now that Liggan is retired from professional tennis, her parents, Raymond and Tessa Swan-Liggan are looking to relocate their vacation home to downtown St. Petersburg.
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