22354 PANTHER LOOP

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 sq. foot home sits on a spacious 1.66 acre lake lot! Feel the warmth of this gorgeous one-of-a-kind home the minute you walk in the door soaking in the old world charm of a European inspired country-style carriage home. 5 bedrooms PLUS den OR 4 bedrooms, den & bonus room, 3 full bathrooms, & 3 car garage w/single bay doors. Heated pool & spa with two generous-sized covered lanai areas. The impeccable, custom details are felt throughout each room with too many upgrades to list! Exterior of home has split-faced stone with brick soldier course on front of home, chimney and front of pool spa. Gorgeous architectural beams can be found on ceilings in the master, living room, dining room, kitchen & family room! Crown molding and chair rail in every room! Custom two-sided gas fireplace in the living room and breakfast nook. 250 lb tank for fireplace w/hook ups available to cooktop. Custom, leaded-stained glass in dining room, hallway & master bedroom. The spacious chef's kitchen has soapstone counters from Vermont, classic farm sink, custom pine cabinets, sepia-toned hand painted tile backsplash at cooktop and on morning room fireplace, custom designed hood with hand painted Renaissance design, tons of cabinet space, high-bar and custom designed colonial island with soapstone top, & all appliances only a few years young. Cozy master suite has beautiful architectural beams, warm, rich wood floors, spacious sitting area surrounded by large windows overlooking the pool, and large his and her closets. The custom master bathroom is unique and full of charm with stained glass above the door that matches the dining room, custom cabinets surrounding his and her brand NEW pedestal sinks, NEW mirror & lights, spacious sitting area, walk-in shower and separate water closet room. Pine wood floors from New Hampshire in all bedrooms, den, living, dining & family room. Brick flooring emphasizing the old-warm charm can be found in kitchen, 2 guest baths, bonus room & hallways. Large pocketing sliders in the family room open up the entire corner of the room to the gorgeous, spacious lanai & pool area. Two generous sized lanai areas create an inviting entertaining space. The luxurious pool and spa with in-pool cleaning system has had many new additions such as, NEW pool pump in 2021, NEW heat pump, valves, and a NEW automation controlled system in August of 2022. Both guest bathrooms are rich with warmth continuing the old-world charm theme. The larger of the two includes a a rustic brick floor, 100 year old dresser for the vanity, brand NEW marble top, sink, faucet, and lights. Laundry room is plentiful w/cabinetry, front load washer & dryer, and utility sink. NEW water heater, NEW well & w/5 year warranty, NEW pool pump, heat pump, valves & auto controlled system, BOTH A/C 2017, 2021 wall oven & microwave, 2018 cooktop & dishwasher, 2017 refrigerator, 2019 BOTH refrig/freezer combos in garage. The Preserve at Panther Ridge offers a community park w/pavilion & restrooms, tennis court, basketball & playground. Many 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!