8511 VAN DYKE ROAD

LAKE LIVING AT ITS FINEST! Welcome home to this Hidden Gem! Luxurious 10,000+ sq ft estate located on a beautifully landscaped, 7+ acres equestrian property on the largest private lake in Tampa. Only 10 mins from shopping & top ranked schools & 20 mins from Tampa Airport. This home has everything the most decerning buyer desires including a private white sugary sand beach, boat house with lift, floating dock, 4 jet ski dock, pergola on the beach, pool cabana, outdoor kitchen, gas firepit, pool bath, tennis/basketball & beach volleyball courts with stadium lighting & updated pool & spa. You will be mesmerized from the moment you enter through the private secure gate & drive along the cypress trees. Follow the driveway to a large Porte cochere & step through double front doors into a gorgeous foyer with high wood plank tray ceilings & designer lighting that leads you to an inviting living room with wood flooring, high-end finishes & breathtaking views of the lake & outdoor living space. A large primary suite is located on the right side of the home & features hardwood floors, fireplace, high ceilings, 2 large closets with custom cabinetry, seating area & French doors out to the pool. The updated ensuite features separate vanities with quartz counter tops, tile flooring, large steam shower with rain shower head, separate tub, & water closet. Left of the entrance way you have a large dining room that could easily seat 12 guests & is conveniently located next to the butler pantry and across from the kitchen. In the center of the home is a chef’s kitchen featuring a large center island, quartz & granite counter tops, Dacor appliances, gas range & a wall of cabinets. The kitchen is open to the family room & wet bar with Sub Zero wine fridge, double pull-out drawers & a quartz bar for entertaining. Dine at the breakfast table & enjoy the outdoor views. Through French doors is a study with a built-in workstation with room for 4 chairs & built-in cabinets for storage. The study leads to 2 guest bedrooms with ensuites & walk-in closets. The first guest room has its own private sitting room. A 3rd guest room is located next to the butler pantry & has an ensuite & a walk-in closet. The arts & crafts room has ample cabinetry & granite counters. The laundry room has double washers/dryers, a sink & cabinets with granite counter tops. The gym is next to an indoor sports court with access to a recreation room. The garage includes a fast charge port for electric cars and is connected to a mud room featuring custom shelving for shoes & household items. Upstairs is a large guest bedroom with natural light through windows on 3 sides and an ensuite with double vanities, makeup counter, shower. There is a sleepover room with 3 bunk beds for large parties & family gatherings and it is connected to the movie room. Up a circular stairway you will find a lookout tower offering fantastic views of the entire property. The home features 2 new AC units with separate zones, 25 KW whole house generator, crown molding, hurricane windows, plantation shutters, well water with top of the line maintenance free water treatment system, lake fed irrigation system, & a huge walk-in attic with plenty of storage. A separate 2300 sq ft barn/garage includes a bathroom & 10’ garage doors on both sides & is ideal for car collectors, boats, horses, etc. Outside you can enjoy a stroll or jog around the trail with your own Boardwalk. This home truly has it all. Welcome to Paradise!