One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. A PRIVATE, GATED estate nestled in Crenshaw Acres, Lutz, features a grand circular driveway on a spacious .65 acre lot with 4 bedrooms/3.5 bath/2 car attached garage and spans 3,049 htd sq ft. In addition a detached 3 car garage adds versatility, in a freestanding building that also houses an office, full workshop, and half bath. An in law suite also resides on this tropical oasis with a NEW MINI SPLIT 2022, a full bath with tiled shower, closet, and stackable washer and dryer. The expansive front porch, covered in brick, showcases a charming old fashioned porch swing and elegant French country railings between stately columns. NEW Roof 2018! NEWER A/C units 2015 and 2011! The front entrance impresses with a cathedral style door with glass insert, flanked by sidelights, leading into a grand two story foyer. Downstairs boasts gleaming luxury vinyl floors while hardwood and carpet are upstairs. From the foyer the sunken living room is framed by brick trim to the double sided wood burning fireplace. A bay window with Plantation shutters, crown molding, chair rail, and a breathtaking second floor bridge overlooks the space. Stepping into the elevated family room, double French doors open to a vast area ideal for gatherings and entertaining. At the heart of the home is the unique kitchen, featuring modernized, floor to ceiling solid wood cabinets with sleek stainless pulls, pull out shelves, granite countertops, and large format glass tile backsplash. The kitchen boasts an island with a high bar and pendant lighting, dual stainless sinks, GE Profile stainless steel appliances, including built in wall ovens, a cooktop, vent hood, Bosch dishwasher, Monogram French door refrigerator, and a cozy coffee bar. The adjacent caf area offers views of the lush conservation. The large laundry room boats cabinets, with a backsplash and convenient sink. Beneath the staircase, a wet bar features a wine refrigerator, wood cabinets, storage for spirit bottles, and a glass backsplash matching the kitchen. A convenient half bath is appointed with a glass vessel sink, crown molding, and stylish wall tile with a door to the lanai and pool deck. Upstairs, the huge master suite provides access to an open front balcony with a railing. Its modern ensuite bath includes a soaking tub, seamless glass enclosed shower with multiple shower heads, modern separate vanities with vessel sinks, a private water closet, and a stunning lengthy walk in closet with custom built ins. The lanai offers the ultimate living space with an outdoor kitchen, built in grill, bar for entertaining, saltwater pool and spa, brick paver deck, and a backyard private gazebo. Additional features include a new septic tank and drain field 2022, pool pump 2022, a pool cartridge filter tank 2022, new water heater 2021, water softener 2020, well water filtration system 2019. Come live your best Florida life! Schedule your appointment today!