Prepare to be wowed by this exquisite beauty built by custom, luxury home builder, Arthur Rutenberg Homes. Located in the highly desired, executive-home-style community of Preserve at Panther Ridge. This 3,319 square foot home sits on a spectacular 1.67 acre lake lot with mature live oaks, palms & magnolias; jasmine archways on each side of house leading to private backyard with views of the lake and woods. SO MANY NEW RENOVATIONS & UPGRADES you won't want to miss out on this one! The floorplan can be utilized as a 5 bedroom plus office OR a 4 bedroom PLUS office AND bonus room. Bonus room has vaulted ceiling, window seat & sliders to the pool; perfect room for guests, exercise, studio, etc. Over-sized garage has three single doors PLUS a new electric vehicle 240-volt outlet installed in 2023. Exterior custom features don't disappoint with split-faced stone & brick soldier course on the front of home, chimney, window sills, & front of pool spa. The impeccable, custom details can be felt throughout with NEWLY refinished wood floors, gorgeous architectural beams on the 11'5” ceilings found in the primary bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen & family room. Plantation shutters on all guest rooms & bathroom windows. Crown molding & chair rail in every room, plus beautiful shiplap can be found in just the right places. You'll fall in love with the BRAND NEW, beautiful & spacious chef's kitchen; custom cabinets, pull-out drawers, Blanco farmhouse sink, wine fridge, center island, large custom hood w/wood trim, open shelves & large breakfast bar perfect for entertaining. Custom two-sided gas fireplace adorns the living room & kitchen nook. The adjoining, sizable family room has gorgeous views of the pool & rear yard through the corner, pocketing sliding glass doors. The heated pool & spa has an in-pool cleaning system. NEW heat pump, valves & automation controlled system in 2022. NEW pool pump in 2021. The sizable, pavered lanai has two covered areas, plenty of sun deck space & a mounted TV that's included. Enter the cozy primary suite through double-glass doors where you will find beautiful architectural beams, warm wood floors, large his & her closets, & a spacious sitting area surrounded by windows overlooking the pool. The adjoining primary bathroom with a corner sitting area was also recently renovated: NEW custom cabinets, tops, sinks, mirrors, lighting & tile in the large walk-in shower. Both guest bathrooms were given a refresh with NEW glass shower doors, vanities, tops & lighting. Laundry will be an enjoyable task with NEW cabinets, tops, utility sink & open shelves. UPDATES 2023: Painted exterior AND interior, stripped & refinished wood floors. NEW wine refrigerator, water softener & control panel, all light fixtures, plantation shutters in master bedroom & bonus room. Updates 2022: NEW deep well drilled, carbon filter tank, hot water heater, heat pump, valves & automated pool control system. 2021: NEW pool pump, wall oven & microwave. 2018: NEW cooktop & dishwasher. 2017: NEW refrigerator & 2 A/C units. NEWER Renewal By Andersen windows in dining, office & master bath shower. Preserve at Panther Ridge offers a community park w/pavilion & restrooms, tennis court, basketball & playground. Social events are held throughout the year. Approx. 15 miles of walking & equestrian trails. Panther Ridge affords the peaceful, country setting but is minutes to Lakewood Ranch, dining/shopping, hospitals & area beaches. Low HOA, NO CDD fees!