Warm, elegant and tranquil, this magnificently custom lakefront Cardel home exemplifies the meaning of country club living. The spacious and inviting layout displays a splendor of distinguishing architectural details and sophisticated designer selected finishes for a balance of refinement and comfort. Welcoming charm is evoked by soaring ceilings scaling up to 16’ high, an expanse of sliders and windows allowing cascades of natural light, crown molding, natural-look wood porcelain tile flooring, and a pleasing flow from space to space. The great room is enhanced by a stunning carved stone mantle with gas fireplace and disappearing sliders that extend the living area onto the screened lanai for an indoor-outdoor experience. Thoughtfully designed for everyday enjoyment and entertaining, the grand gourmet kitchen grants an unobstructed vantage point through the lanai to the lake while you prepare feasts, custom equipped with two-tone cabinetry, custom trim, a farm sink, generous island with storage cabinetry on both sides and spacious dining area with wainscoting, tile backsplash, quartz countertops, and upgraded stainless Kitchen-Aid appliances with professional 6 burner cooktop and commercial hood equipped with food warming lights. Easily transition from indoors to the ample lanai featuring a custom-built outdoor kitchen by the pool and spa for meals inside or out. Optimizing versatility and functionality, a built-in floor-to-ceiling bookshelf with lighting and desk tucked in a hall allows for studying while a stunningly decorated office/den featuring coffer ceiling accents and glass French doors as well as a considerate bonus room meet your family’s diverse preferences. The substantial master retreat is desirably secluded from the two guest bedrooms and features an entrance hallway with custom groin vault ceiling, two walk-in closets and an exquisite en-suite bath showcasing a soaking tub, dual sinks and large glass walk-in shower. Adding to the accommodations of this home is an oversized side-entry garage with custom storage built-ins. Located in the prestigious Country Club East community of Lakewood Ranch, relish in the proximity and accessibility of renowned amenities including three community pools, a fitness center and maintenance-free inclusions – all while being within minutes to the UTC Mall, dining, shopping, parks, and just 30 minutes to famous beaches and the SRQ airport.