Arrive through the gates of Lakewood Ranch Country Club East to a beautiful Arthur Rutenberg custom-built home nestled on an expansive 0.70-acre private lot surrounded by mature trees and landscaping. This three-bedroom, den and bonus room pool home boasts style, quality workmanship and privacy. Encompassing almost 3,300 square feet under air, the generously sized living spaces, along with a flexible floor plan, are ideal for entertaining. Enter through the custom glass entry door only to discover a model-like open floor plan flooded with natural light and a comfortably spacious footprint. The expansive great room features an entire wall of disappearing sliding glass doors flowing to the outdoor living space and to the gourmet kitchen. The chef’s kitchen features premium appliances including built-in ovens, natural gas cooktop, wine refrigerator, stone countertops, custom wood cabinets, huge walk-in pantry, a separate large island with pendulum lights and opens to the formal dining room. Get ready to be impressed with the oversized den/office with French doors, hardwood flooring and large sitting area. The home’s design celebrates a spacious owner’s suite with two separate walk-in closets and a luxurious private bath featuring a walk-in shower, separate soaking tub and split vanities in stone countertops. Two additional guest en suites are found with private full baths for your overnight guests and family. The bonus room is conveniently located toward the back of the house and is the perfect setup for movie or game night. The outdoor living area offers unending luxuries, including two separate covered outdoor areas, a gas fireplace, a resort-style heated saltwater pool and spa, a complete summer kitchen featuring a gas grill, fridge, direct exhaust stainless steel hood and stone countertops for the ultimate outdoor entertainment. Other luxurious benefits found in this home include large laundry room, hurricane-impact windows and doors, crown molding, tray ceilings, custom wood trim, all closets and pantry with wood shelving (no wire shelving), designer light fixtures, tankless water heater, oversized three-car side-loading garage with ample storage area, outdoor accent landscaping lighting, built-in speakers, plantation shutters and custom window treatments. This is luxury living beyond comparison with so many benefits and upgrades rarely found at this price point. Enjoy the resort lifestyle in Country Club East with three community pools and the resident-only amenity center, The Retreat, featuring a resort-style/lap pool with water feature, fitness facility, social gathering space and outdoor kitchen, and numerous nature trails for walking and biking. All this included with your HOA fees. Other packages are available to belong to the LWR Golf and Country Club that includes golf, fitness, dining and social-type memberships. Close to the new Waterside shops and The Mall at UTC area also provides A-rated schools, shopping, fine dining, medical facilities, hospital, arts and culture, and our famous white-sand beaches, everything is here! Tax amount includes CDD. Sellers are not homestead.