Under contract-accepting backup offers. Gated, private and luxurious estate is now available in Lakewood Ranch! Combining privacy and security across 13 acres of pristine Florida surroundings, with the convenience of being located near the heart of Lakewood Ranch, this estate is a rare opportunity that cannot be missed. This impressive residence was custom built by Jonas Yoder Custom Homes and then updated in 2021-2022 to the best of modern upgrades including luxury vinyl wood-look plank flooring throughout, renovated kitchen, 3 Trane AC units, tankless water heaters, renovated master bathroom, remote control Hunter Douglas blinds, and more. Follow the winding drive through charming oak trees from the front gate, alongside pastures and the horse stable, pass private ponds, and you arrive at the welcoming front entry with circular drive and covered parking for guests. The impressive foyer opens to immediate views of the resort-style pool and lanai. The raised formal living room showcases two-story ceilings, and convenient access to the elevator or renovated stairs to the second level. The formal dining room contains custom luxury upgrades including a temperature-controlled wine room and a renovated wet bar with icemaker. At the heart of the home is the renovated kitchen with new island, quartz counters, a hidden walk-in pantry with shelving, hidden countertop appliance storage, subway tile backsplash, and freshly painted cabinetry. Chef’s will appreciate the luxury level appliances including 36” Sub-Zero refrigerator, 36” Sub-Zero freezer, 2 new Fisher & Paykel hidden dishwasher drawers, new Franke and Kohler sinks, Viking gas cooktop, and GE Monogram double wall ovens. The adjacent dinette with corner window offers the perfect place for causal meals. The family room showcases a stacked stone fireplace, custom display bookcases, and sliders to the lanai. The oversized master suite offers the pinnacle in tranquility with a double tray ceiling, French doors to the lanai, and a raised seating area with fireplace for cozy evenings. The master bathroom features elegant upgrades with a textured freestanding tub, new Brizo fixtures, make-up vanity, and a spacious walk-in shower with rainhead, plus dual walk-in closets with custom shelving. Guests will feel right at home in the two first floor bedrooms, or the two upper-level bedrooms, plus two spacious guest bathrooms. Built for both work and play, this residence features a space for everyone and every lifestyle. The downstairs fitness room has two walls of mirrors and extra ceiling fans. The upstairs study has ample room for desks, plus built-in closets for convenience as a sixth bedroom. The oversized bonus room has a balcony with firepit, wet bar with ice maker, and a “homework bar” for studies. Enjoy movie nights in the large theatre with projector and tiered seating. Take in the best of Florida weather on the massive stone paver lanai with resort-style heated pool featuring spa, rock waterfalls, swim-up tiki bar, stepping-stone, sun shelf, and river water feature weaving across the lanai. Complementing the pool are palm trees and landscaping, two covered areas, firepit and fireplace, plus outdoor kitchen. This estate has plentiful room for all kinds of activities with split 8-car garages including storage rooms, bathroom, laundry, golf cart garage, and full RV garage. Further room for RVs, boats, and more can be found in the pole barn with vehicle lift. This estate offers the best of everything with the location you desire.