Florida

Welcome to this exquisite Lee Wetherington-built residence in Willowbend, where high-end finishes and meticulous attention to detail create an enchanting living experience. This light-filled home features a great room floor plan, anchored by a stunning custom fireplace surrounded by elegant cabinetry. The residence has undergone extensive remodeling, showcasing timeless appeal and luxury at every turn. The tranquil primary bedroom offers a cozy sitting area with picturesque views of the lake and pool, along with California closets and a built-in wall safe for added convenience. Incredible bath is complete with dual bowl sinks, a walk-in shower with a rain glass enclosure, a free-standing tub, and replaced built-in cabinetry with beveled mirrors that enhance the vanity area. Both guest baths mirror this quality, featuring neutral color schemes, frameless shower enclosures, and floor-to-ceiling tiles, complemented by extraordinary plumbing hardware and lighting. The den/office, accessible through glass French door, boasts wood flooring and additional lighting, while the second bedroom serves as an en-suite with built-in wall shelving. The third bedroom has direct access to the patio and pool area, making it a guest space with adjacent bath to also serve as pool bath. At the heart of the home, the kitchen dazzles with trending white cabinetry, quartz countertops and a striking water jet Marble mosaic backsplash. Equipped with a wine refrigerator, built-in wine storage and a natural gas range, it’s a chef’s dream. The pantry, cleverly outfitted as a coffee bar, provides ample storage, while the adjacent laundry room features designer lighting and lap siding. Formal dining and kitchen dinette offer stunning spaces, views with designer lighting and sconces. Go outside to the captivating outdoor living space, which includes a large, covered lanai with a remote-controlled retractable awning, a sparkling pool and spa with a disappearing edge, and an extended patio with a new cage enclosure. The pool/spa are heated with a recently applied pebble tech finish. A separate paver patio, complete with natural gas hookup, is ideal for outdoor grilling. Speakers with controls to have your favorite tunes playing. Enjoy low HOA fees that cover yard maintenance, irrigation water, high-speed internet, streaming cable and access to community amenities such as a heated pool and spa, fitness center, basketball courts and pickleball courts. This home is conveniently near beautiful Gulf beaches, Oscar Scherer State Park, Legacy Bicycle Trail, Pine View School, and a variety of waterfront restaurants and tiki bars, with a Publix just a short distance away. Living here is not just a lifestyle, it’s an artful experience.