Wade M. Berlin

Enjoy breathtaking LAKE VIEWS from the moment you step through the front door of this exceptionally maintained home in the highly desirable Lakeside Plantation community. This home features an open layout with a generously sized great room and a split bedroom design, creating comfortable living space ideal for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen is open to the dining and living areas and offers 42 inch cabinetry, abundant counter space, a pantry, and a counter height center island breakfast bar. Extra wide sliding glass doors lead to the lanai, filling the home with natural light while showcasing the expansive lake view. Outdoor living is truly exceptional with an impressive 28 x 18 extended lanai, including an 11 x 10 covered section, creating the perfect place to relax, entertain, or dine outdoors while enjoying the peaceful waterfront setting. The panoramic lake view provides a serene backdrop where Floridas natural beauty is on full display. It is common to see egrets, sandhill cranes, and other native wildlife visiting the waters edge, making this setting feel like a private nature retreat. Inside, the home offers updated wood plank and tile flooring throughout the main living areas, with carpeting in the bedrooms for added comfort. The living room is enhanced with elegant crown molding, adding a refined touch to the space. The spacious primary suite provides a relaxing retreat and includes two walk in closets along with an en suite bath featuring a large walk in shower and a vanity with dual sinks. Several key improvements provide additional peace of mind, including a roof replacement in 2020, hot water heater in 2019, and a full re pipe completed in 2019. The home also includes HURRICANE SHUTTERS, with convenient roll down shutters on the lanai. The property features LUSH LANDSCAPING and excellent curb appeal, while the low HOA fee of just $280 per quarter includes lawn care, creating a convenient LOW MAINTENANCE LIFESTYLE ideal for both full time residents and seasonal owners. The home is not located in a flood zone and is connected to city water and city sewer. The CDD fee is included in the property tax bill. With lawn care included and FURNISHINGS AVAILABLE for separate purchase, this home is equally appealing for year round living or as a relaxing seasonal Florida retreat. Residents of Lakeside Plantation enjoy an active resort style community offering a heated pool and spa, fitness center, pickleball and tennis courts, clubhouse, billiards room, library, and a full calendar of social activities coordinated by the on site activities director. Conveniently located with easy access to I 75, the home is close to shopping, dining, regional airports, and entertainment, while the beautiful Gulf beaches are approximately 30 minutes away. Beautifully maintained with expansive lake views and exceptional outdoor living space, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Florida lifestyle in the resort style Lakeside Plantation community.