Rare is the opportunity to own an exquisite lakefront estate $1,850,000

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Rare is the opportunity to own an exquisite lakefront estate such as this home in Odessa. As you drive down the tranquil, oak-lined street you'll feel an instant sense of belonging. Your senses are awakened by the sights and smells of the fresh air and lake breezes. At the end of the cul-de-sac is the culmination of all your dreams. Through the gated entry, the meandering driveway draws you to this impressive home, perfectly placed on a 1.10-acre lot, situated between two ski lakes, Rock Lake and Lake Josephine - offering 247 feet of shoreline. Designed by local architect Roberta Klar of Klar and Klar Architects, you'll enjoy lake views from nearly every room. Four bedrooms, with an owners retreat and another ensuite guest room downstairs, plus two more bedrooms, loft and theater room upstairs. Three full and three half bathrooms, office downstairs directly off the owner's retreat, formal dining room, a Great room - Kitchen combo and laundry room downstairs.

As you enter through the 8-foot front door into the grand foyer you'll be drawn to the heart of the home which focuses around the open plan great room/kitchen area with large island, solid wood painted cabinets, gorgeous granite counter tops, Viking stove and sub-zero refrigerator, all looking out over the saltwater pool and lush green backyard and lake views. The indoor and outdoor spaces are a perfect match and are begging for large gatherings and barbeques. The views of the pool, yard and lake are all contiguous. No detail was overlooked on this newly built pool - from its travertine pavers under foot to the spa and large sun shelf. Your view out to the lake is both civilized and natural. Every square foot of the yard has been professionally and meticulously landscaped with lush blooming plants, perfectly placed palm trees, privacy hedges and subtle landscape lighting. Just beyond the fencing, you're met with countless cypress trees, all laced with Spanish moss providing that old Florida feel. The water's edge brings you to a wide waterway connecting Rock Lake (54 acre ski lake) and Lake Josephine (48 acre ski lake). You've got easy access for boating with your own private boat ramp and rear facing garage to store your boat, jet skis or kayaks.

The owner's pride in ownership can be seen throughout including updates with POOL AND SPA INSTALLED 2023, 2 of 3 AC's REPLACED IN 2023, FRONT AND BACK LANDSCAPING 2023, ROLL-DOWN HURRICANE SCREENS INSTALLED ON BACK LANAI 2023, HURRICANE WINDOW REPLACEMENTS 2023, AUTOMATIC FRONT GATE AND BLACK ALUMINIUM SIDE/BACK FENCING 2022, SECURITY CARMERAS AND ALARM 2022, 13,000 WATT GENERATOR WITH HOOK UP TO ELECTRICAL PANEL 2022, WATER SOFTNER AND TREATMENT SYSTEM 2021, REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM IN KITCHEN 2023 and SEPTIC INSPECTION 2023.

Enjoy nearby farmer's market, horses and cows, great schools, including Steinbrenner High School, close proximity to the NW Tampa YMCA, Whole Foods, yet also close to Pinellas County via Race Trace Rd. Easy access to the Veteran's Expressway and only 20 minutes from Tampa International Airport. Schedule your private showing today. **Watch fly-through video and virtual walk-through**