Step inside this gorgeous Arthur Rutenberg custom-designed home, located in the highly desirable HILLS community of Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club. Perfectly placed on an expansive, level, almost 1 acre lot that offers privacy, wide-open green space and room to roam. This expanded Marisol model is highly upgraded with elegant accents, woodwork and finishes throughout the home. The split bedroom floor plan includes 3 bedrooms, 4 full baths, a formal living/dining room, office/den, bonus room and a magnificent open kitchen, dining nook and family room combo. The living and family rooms are surrounded by panoramic glass sliders that open to the massive lanai, which features two covered areas, an outdoor kitchen and a newly resurfaced Pebble-Tec pool and spa. The dream kitchen is loaded with beautiful chestnut cabinetry, a huge island, Wolf gas cooktop, a pot-filler, cabinet front dishwasher, a trash compactor, newer refrigerator and microwave, a wine refrigerator and a large walk-in pantry. The spacious primary bedroom includes a roomy seating area, and two large walk-in closets with custom built-ins. The ensuite bathroom is stunning; with beautiful double vanities, adorned with huge mirrors and accent lighting sconces, a walk-in shower, spa tub and yet another large walk-in closet for linens and so much more. The guest wing of the home includes 2 bedrooms, each with full, ensuite baths for ultimate privacy. The formal dining room has been transformed with custom cabinetry, plus two wine chillers and currently serves as a gentleman’s lounge. The spacious bonus room has a beautiful wall of windows with French doors to the lanai. It’s truly a flex room and is currently designed for golf lovers, with a full screen golf simulator. But wait, there’s more! The huge paver lanai has been extended well beyond the enclosure to include a relaxing fire pit patio with gazebo. This home was built for entertaining, with plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces for your guests. The large laundry room boasts beautiful, antiqued cabinetry, a folding area, a built-in sink and room for a 2nd refrigerator, freezer or hobby table. Numerous other special features include the oversized 3-car garage, whole-house Generac generator, an irrigation well to keep the lawn and landscaping lush without the huge water bill, a whole-house water softener and purification system, living room fireplace, plantation shutters, built-in Bose speakers, freshly painted exterior, newer pool heater, extended parking area and paver walk-way from the driveway to the pool. If you’re looking for a well-built, well-maintained and spacious home with room to grow, you don’t want to miss this one. LAKE JOVITA is the best kept secret in the Tampa area! Live the resort lifestyle in our uniquely beautiful, gated, resort community with super low HOA dues, two championship golf courses, tennis courts, fitness center, community pool, basketball and pickleball courts, a beautiful park with paved walking path, a playground and separate dog parks for small and larger dogs. We are conveniently located near excellent shopping, restaurants, medical & educational facilities, and unlimited entertainment options. Located just six miles from I-75, with easy access to other major highways and two international airports. Don’t miss your opportunity to own this distinctive home and enjoy all that Lake Jovita and the Greater Tampa & Orlando Regions have to offer.
Listed by Karen Stridiron, .
Property Highlights
Pool
Patio/Deck: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
Association Fee: $258
View: Park/Greenbelt, Pool
Heating / Cooling: Central
Property Type: Single Family, Single Family Residence