Experience luxury living in this West Indies style home located in the highly-sought-after community of LakeHouse Cove at Lakewood Ranch Waterside. Situated on one of the most premier waterfront lots in the community, this home offers stunning views of Lake Mallard in the back and an open preserve in the front. Stepping through the front door, you are welcomed by a breathtaking water view that serves as a captivating backdrop throughout the home. Beautiful wood flooring flows throughout the first floor, complementing the natural materials that have been selected for this coastal contemporary home that embodies the elevated lifestyle you have envisioned. At the heart of the open floor plan is the gourmet kitchen that is expertly suited for entertaining with a connecting butler’s pantry, an oversized island with seating, quartz countertops, luxury appliances, gas cooktop, and pendulum lighting. Making your way towards the back of the home, you will enter the office / den that features built-in shelving and expansive sliders that open to an outdoor oasis. Once outside, you will want to relax and enjoy the sunrises and sunsets from the sparkling, glass tiled spa and heated saltwater pool with waterfall feature and sun shelf. Further enhancing the usability of the space, there is an outdoor kitchen and TV lounge area that is perfect for entertaining. Back inside, guests will appreciate the conveniently located pool bath complete with a shower. On the other side of the main level is the private owner’s retreat featuring expansive glass sliders with views of the lake, his and her closets, and a spa-like connecting bathroom with a large walk in shower and soaking tub. Additionally, on the main level, there is another bedroom with preserve views, a walk-in closet and an adjoining full bathroom with shower. On the second level, a spacious bonus room awaits with a dry bar with quartz counters and refrigerator that can be stocked with your favorite beverages, perfect for movie or sports night. Adjacent to the bonus room is a full bathroom featuring a shower and cast-iron tub combo, as well as a separate bedroom that is perfectly perched to take in the expansive water view. Back downstairs and quietly positioned by the garage, you will discover an oversized laundry room with a sink, an additional refrigerator, and an abundance of cabinet and counter space. For auto enthusiasts or those looking for extra storage, this home is complete with an expanded 3 – car garage (800 sq ft) with nearly 12’ ceilings and a 220V outlet for electric vehicles. And for peace of mind, the entire home features hurricane-grade impact glass, whole house surge protection and security cameras. LakeHouse Cove offers resort-style living at a community level where residents enjoy a large amenity center with clubhouse, heated community pool and spa, pickleball courts, state-of-the-art gym, social activities with a Lifestyle Director, playground, dog parks, fishing, kayaking and walking trails. Residents can also take advantage of the water taxi from LakeHouse Cove’s boat house to Waterside Place shops and restaurants. HOA includes all landscaping maintenance and irrigation. Furnishings available with a few exceptions.