This former model home showcases exceptional craftsmanship, designer finishes, and an ideal maintenance-free lifestyle in the gated community of Country Club East. Perfectly positioned on a private, southwest-facing lakefront homesite with no home on one side, this light and bright residence features hurricane-impact glass and a whole-house generator for added peace of mind. The 2,427-square-foot floor plan offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a private office with double glass doors, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Coffered ceilings, custom woodwork, built-ins, wall features, and custom closet cabinetry throughout showcase the home's outstanding quality and stylish design. The great room design offers an open kitchen, featuring a large center island, walk-in pantry, quartz counters, stainless-steel appliance and effortless connection to the living and dining areas. The primary suite opens to the lanai through sliding glass doors and includes a spacious en suite with double vanities, walk-in shower, soaking tub, and private water closet. Outdoors, enjoy a private pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, and peaceful lake views. Residents of Whittlebury enjoy maintenance-free living and access to The Retreat Aquatic & Fitness Center, while membership to the Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club is available but optional. Lakewood Ranch is the number one best-selling, multigenerational community in the country and located near world-class shopping, dining, entertainment and is minutes to I-75, beaches, great schools and medical facilities.