Welcome to where luxury and privacy meet at this custom-built home on a 5-acre gated estate located in the quaint subdivision of Deer Run, where there are only 8 private estates. As you drive through the gate and up the drive, you are met with tall cedar trees on the right and to the left are three large Royal Palm trees on an elevated, landscaped bed. The front and side yard are landscaped with various plants and palm trees all of which are stunningly illuminated at night. Upon entering through the mahogany front doors, you’ll be greeted by the grand spiral staircase to the second floor, one of two bedrooms with en suite located on the first floor and then enter the living room with Travertine tile floors, a fireplace and a perfect view of the pool through the sliding glass doors. Entertaining is a dream in the large kitchen with a gas cooktop in a center island with an overhead range hood, 2 ovens and large bar area for your guests to enjoy watching the chef in action. Need more room, no problem because the great room can accommodate a very large group with plenty of room to spare! From here, you can step out onto the lanai through French doors where the pool and hot tub are located. Imagine sipping your coffee in the hot tub in the mornings and looking out over your large yard that leads out to the lake. Or sip a glass of wine in the evening as the sun goes down and enjoy the illuminated landscape surrounding the lanai. It’s very common to see wildlife such as deer strolling through the yard both morning and evening. The owner’s suite is located on the other side of the first floor and provides the perfect place for relaxation beside your private fireplace. In the owner’s bathroom is a large shower, a jacuzzi tub, double vanities and double toilets. On the second floor is the third full bathroom and three bedrooms, each with access to a balcony that overlooks the pool and back yard. The fourth full bathroom is located off the back patio where it’s perfectly located for pool guests to use. A separate 40’ x 46’ garage with a 12,000-pound car lift is the perfect place for storing your extra cars, motorcycles, a golf cart or to let your inner creative side come to life in the workshop/studio area. This space is air conditioned with two 2-ton mini splits and a window unit in the back studio and has its own half bathroom. Behind the garage is where you can store your RV or boat in the 18’ x 40’ garage. The entire property is powered by solar panels that are placed on roof of the detached garage and RV garage. Seller has not received an electric bill since they’ve been installed and only pays the minimum monthly service fee. Located approximately 3.5 miles from I75 will make for an easy commute and is conveniently located close to Lakewood Ranch, UTC mall, Nathan Benderson Park, restaurants, and the famous Sarasota beaches.
