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 café 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!