16206 Baycross Dr, Lakewood Ranch, Florida
List Price: $2,525,000
MLS Number: A4675810

Ready for a completely custom, lakeside lifestyle in one of the premier communities of Lakewood Ranch? Now available in The Lake Club is this custom Todd Johnston residence that is brimming with contemporary style, sparkling lake views, and the little touches throughout the home that make living here a true joy. Located in the original phase of The Lake Club, you'll arrive home from the gated entrance to streets lined with mature palms and oaks, and you can take advantage of the proximity of the clubhouse and amenities. Boasting over 3,400 SF, this home has a space for every lifestyle, whether you enjoy formal entertaining, casual gatherings, or outdoor get togethers. From the solid double front door, you're invited into the foyer where you get the first glimpses of the southwestern lake views and custom upgrades including porcelain tile flooring; impact windows and sliders, designer light fixtures, custom feature walls, tray ceilings with sound system, and more. The formal living and dining spaces set the stage for holiday meals and elegant entertaining, or wind down with casual weeknights in the family room and dinette nook. The chef's kitchen is truly the star of this home showcasing custom slab cabinetry, waterfall stone counters, peninsula seating, and a central island with prep sink, 2 wine refrigerators, and reverse osmosis system. The top-of-the-line appliance suite by Thermador makes cooking a breeze with a 6-burner gas cooktop, warming drawer, dishwasher, refrigerator, built-in steam wall oven, microwave, and your own coffee station with built-in Miele cappuccino machine. The family room is the ideal hang out space with a custom feature wall of art display niches and fireplace, plus two walls of sliding glass doors connecting you to the outdoors. The travertine paver lanai takes center stage with a completely custom pool that is truly a work of art with waterfall, sunshelf, and raised spa that maximizes the lake views. Surrounded by a classic colonnade screen enclosure, the lanai offers two separate covered entertaining areas and custom outdoor kitchen outfitted with stainless steel grill, separate side burner, bar fridge, and your very own pizza oven! Inside the spacious primary suite offers dual views of the lanai and pool, separate seating area, large walk-in closet with his and hers built-ins, and a custom morning bar so you don't need to leave your bedroom for morning coffee. The en-suite bathroom is truly a spa experience with custom tile walls and floors, jetted soaking tub; vanity with extra storage, large built-in mirrored medicine cabinet, towel warmer, his and her's private water closets, TV within the mirror and a spacious frameless glass walk-in shower with rain heads, body sprays, and steam. When you crave privacy, retreat to the study with custom leather-look floors and built-in storage cabinetry that is tucked away from the action of the home. There is even a large bonus room with lakes views and French doors to the lanai that offers a versatile space for a media room, hobby room, den, or anything your lifestyle desires. Guests will find comfort in their own spacious bedrooms complete with walk-in closets and en-suite bathrooms; one bathroom also offers additional access as a full pool bath. Completing this impressive residence is a laundry room, and 3-car side-loading garage. The Lake Club is an exclusive premier, gated community with a Grande Clubhouse, restaurant, pool, tennis, pickleball and more.