Spectacular private lakefront estate with scenic views from nearly every room. This gated residence of 8.86 acres is situated on the expansive Lake Brant with a palm tree-lined driveway leading up to the front porch, highlighting the grand 22-foot-high entrance. An incredibly functional layout for an active family, the formal living room will greet everyone as the focal point of the first floor, giving access to the large family room, the entertaining parlor, formal dining room, executive office, owner's suite and a guest suite, while the sizable upstairs loft connects the secondary bedrooms, along with the study and three verandas that boast dramatic water views. The expansive layout blends the outdoor decks and terraces in harmony with the interior living spaces, providing a year-round lifestyle to enjoy the sunny weather and the lake breeze. From the moment you enter the home, the luxurious interior details and superior craftsmanship will draw you in with skilled millwork throughout, 14-inch crown molding, wood ceilings, wrought-iron accents, 8-foot interior doors, plantation shutters, remote shades, pass through wet bar, custom stonework and top-of-the-line fixtures. The well-appointed chef's kitchen features a butcher block island, 48-inch Wolf gas cooktop, side-by-side Sub-Zero refrigerator, pot filler and chic custom hood. The owner's retreat reveals a stunning master bath with an elegant freestanding tub and an oversized walk-in shower equipped with a substantial rain head, body sprays, natural stone tile walls and pebble floor. The impressive game room has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the backyard lakefront oasis, another sophisticated wet bar, a private bath with steam shower, and connects to the theater room with screen and projector system, inviting multitiered seating, accent lighting and professional-grade electronics. Outdoor amenities abound, leading off with the remarkable heated pool and spa on the wide travertine tile deck and a poolside fire pit connecting to the summer kitchen and outdoor fireplace. Additionally, a stylish sport/basketball court with covered observation deck, nine-hole putting green, sand volleyball court, freestanding playground and unique 200-square-foot boathouse with composite decking, covered boat lift, floating dock and boat ramp. Property also contains a generous four-car garage, additional storage room, home generator, camera security system and seawall. Located in the sought after Steinbrenner school district, as well as a short drive to Tampa International Airport, downtown Tampa, Avila Golf and Country Club, Raymond James Stadium, great attractions like Busch Gardens or Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park and endless dining and entertainment options the area has to offer.
