1.01 Acres in Tavares, FL - $1,385,000

LAKE HARRIS-CHAIN OF LAKES CUSTOM ESTATE POOL HOME WITH BOATHOUSE ON 1 ACRE IN PRIVATE GATED COMMUNITY. The Peninsula is a sought-after, exclusive Tavares enclave of only 17 parcels. Luxury custom homes situated on acre estates with moss-laden oaks and prime Lake Harris frontage. Peace and tranquility abound as you arrive home to this exquisite, 4,309 SF home constructed with superb craftsmanship and attention to detail. The grand architecture, complete with cast stone details, tile roof, soffit corbels, and covered front entry, is further enhanced with pristine, lush landscaping outlined by a paver, circular driveway side-entry drive to a 3-car garage. 8 ft. solid wood entry doors open into a palatial interior with soaring 17-foot custom-trimmed tray ceilings, wide crown molding, and baseboards, custom-fit Plantation shutters, Travertine floors, artist murals and paint finishes, cast stone columns and fireplaces, locally crafted ironwork details, and lighted art niches. Upon entry, the front living room boasts panoramic Lake Harris views that will entrance you, as will the magnificent lake sunset views! The living room has a gorgeous stone gas fireplace and telescoping glass doors to the pool lanai. Adjacent is a formal dining room perfect for hosting holiday celebrations. The well-appointed kitchen is complete with custom wood cabinetry, granite counters, commercial-grade appliances, including a gas range, prep island with storage and extra sink, pass-thru window to lanai, amazing Butler's pantry with sink and wine refrigerator. Open to the kitchen is the family room with a dining nook, gas fireplace, built-ins, huge windows with lake views, and a glass slider to lanai. A separate study with built-ins and desk is ideal for an office or cozy library. The carpeted master retreat is expansive with a 2-sided gas fireplace to the lanai, lake views with access, work-out area, and wet bar. Spa-worthy en-suite with dual granite sink vanities, double walk-in closets, jetted soaking tub, and walk-in shower with multiple sprayer jets. 2 guest bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bath and a convenient desk work-station in the hallway. A half guest bath provides pool access, and the impressive, custom iron stair-railing leads to the upstairs bedroom or bonus room. This spacious room offers a walk-in closet and a beautiful full bathroom with a Travertine shower. It's perfect for extended guests or as a private media room. The outdoor living areas are as impressive as indoors! A fully screened lanai offers unparalleled lake views, plus a wet bar and covered areas for entertaining large groups by the fireplace. The mosaic Travertine granite floor steps down to the paver pool deck with a sparkling pool and jetted spa. A lighted paver path leads to the covered boathouse with upgraded metal, electric boat hoist. Enjoy 161 Ft. of Lake Harris frontage and Chain of Lakes access. Mission Inn is but a few minutes away, offering fine dining, golf, and tennis. Relax. Explore. Enjoy the front row seats to the Harris Chain of Lakes living!