One of the most desirable homes in all of Country Club East is now available! Boasting the second largest lot in the entire neighborhood and located within the desirable Royal Valley enclave, this custom expanded Bermuda home by Arthur Rutenberg is truly a rare find. Enjoy nearly one full acre of private and lush landscaping on a secluded street with a cul-de-sac bump out beside the house for added privacy. This customized residence is perched amongst towering palms with a wide circular paver driveway, massive side and back yards, and oversized 3-car side garage. Gracing nearly 3,700 SF, this customized residence gleams with a stacked stone facade, wood flooring, crown molding, designer touches, and smart storage. Large double impact glass front doors welcome you in from the manicured front drive to a spacious foyer where the modern floor plan offers an open flow perfect for entertaining. The central great room with tray ceiling has an entertainment niche with designer wallpaper, and impact sliding glass doors to the lanai. Your outdoor oasis is the epitome of Florida living with a freeform, heated saltwater pool and spa with water feature surrounded by lush garden-like landscape. Enjoy entertaining on the paver lanai from the two covered entertaining areas with cypress wood ceilings, and the summer outdoor kitchen with grill and 2025 bar fridge. Inside prepare meals from the chef's kitchen with a quartz central island, perfect for guests to gather around and watch the chef create culinary delights from the GE Monogram stainless steel appliance suite including gas cooktop with griddle and wall oven. The custom cabinetry offers unparalleled storage around the perimeter and at the island, display space in the frosted glass uppers, and extra storage in the cleverly hidden large walk-in pantry. The adjacent dining room with designer chandelier spills out onto the lanai through disappearing corner glass sliders. The primary suite offers comfort and luxury with a warm color palette, seating area overlooking the garden, dual walk-in closets with custom storage, and spa-like bathroom with soaking tub, walk-in shower, and dual split vanities plus makeup area. Guests will enjoy their own private suites in two separated guest bedrooms each with en-suite bathrooms, walk-in closets, and enough space for king beds. Working from home has never been better in the spacious front den featuring a separate bay-style sitting area and double doors, then retire to the spacious bonus room perfect as a media or game room, both of which are surrounded by extra insulation for sound reduction. This exceptional residence also features a pool powder bath, large storage room, functional laundry with plentiful cabinetry, and oversized 3-car side-loading garage. Peace of mind is secured with impact windows and doors, surge protector, 2025 tankless water heater, 2025 inspection of the roof with 13-15 years additional life, and silver Florida Green Home Certification. Enjoy the country club lifestyle at the gated Country Club East with 3 community pools, fitness center, clubhouse, walking trails, social events and more. If you're looking for additional amenities, membership to Lakewood Ranch Golf and Country Club is optional and available for access to 3 Clubhouses, 4 championship 18-hole golf courses, fitness center with pool, and tennis and pickleball courts. Lakewood Ranch is the top multi-generational community in the country for 7 years in a row.
