
Shore Acres, St. Petersburg
Elevated Pool & Spa Build
Design and Finishes
The pool measures 24’ x 9’ with a depth ranging from 3.5’ to 5’ , making it ideal for both relaxing and swimming. A sunshelf with umbrella holder was added for comfort during long Florida afternoons. The spa measures 6’ x 5’ and is raised 6 inches above the pool deck , giving it a distinct elevated look. Includes 4 hydrotherapy jets for relaxation. The spa beam is fully tiled, serving as a standout accent feature that elevates the overall design.
Decking and Coping
Interior finish: Wet Edge Signature Matrix (Caribbean) — rich, deep tone that enhances water color in sunlight
Waterline tile: Aquabella Sea Breeze porcelain Pool: 6×6 format Spa: 1×2 mosaic format
Pool: 6×6 format
Spa: 1×2 mosaic format
Using two tile formats adds subtle contrast while maintaining a cohesive design
Decking & coping: 6×12 Ivory Travertine Stays cool underfoot Ages beautifully Complements waterfront aesthetics
Stays cool underfoot
Ages beautifully
Complements waterfront aesthetics
Technology and Equipment
This build included a smart and cost-efficient equipment setup tailored to the homeowner’s needs.
The homeowner already had a Pentair variable speed pump , which we successfully integrated into the system — saving unnecessary cost
Remaining system built using Jandy equipment , known for reliability and performance
System Includes:
Jandy cartridge filter (150 SF) for efficient filtration
Jandy TruClear salt system for low-maintenance water sanitation
Jandy VersaTemp 130,000 BTU heat/chill pump for year-round comfort
Jandy RGBW color LED lighting for a premium nighttime experience
This project is a great example of what’s possible when a builder and pool contractor are on the same page from day one. Building elevated in a flood zone adds complexity, but when it’s done right, the result is a pool that not only meets code — it looks like it was always meant to be there.
Sitting on the water in Shore Acres with a Caribbean blue finish, ivory travertine deck, and the lights on at night… it’s hard to beat.
Specifications
- Pool
- 24’ x 9’
- Depth
- 3.5’ – 5’
- Spa
- 6’ x 5’ (raised 6” above deck)
- Water features
- Spa: 4 hydrotherapy jets
- Spa: Fully tiled accent piece
- Interior finish
- Wet Edge Signature Matrix — Caribbean
- Waterline tile
- Aquabella Sea Breeze porcelain — 6x6
- Decking
- 6x12 Ivory Travertine
- Coping
- 6x12 Ivory Travertine
- Other materials
- Spa Waterline Tile Aquabella Sea Breeze porcelain — 1x2 mosaic
- Equipment
- Pump: Pentair variable speed pump (customer-supplied, integrated into system)
- Filtration: Jandy Cartridge Filter — 150 SF
- Sanitizer: Jandy TruClear Salt System
- Heater: Jandy VersaTemp — 130,000 BTU heat/chill pump
- Lights: Jandy RGBW Color LED
- Automation: Poolside Tech Attendant Mini (multi-brand compatible)
Related services: Custom in-ground concrete pools, Pool and spa combinations, Decking, coping and tile, Interior finishes, Pool equipment systems.
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Photos from this build






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