Previous Parade of Homes Award--winner in the highly desirable Lake Royale community! This impressive custom built residence has been meticulously maintained & improved and features an open floor plan with spaciousness, functionality, vaulted ceilings, an abundance of light with the amazing windows & many special features. The dramatic two-story great room w/ fireplace flows into the dining area, creating a welcoming space for meals & entertaining. Huge eat-in kitchen is a true centerpiece, offering plenty of cabinets, pantry, granite counters, large 4' x 8' island with prep sink, Newer top of the line appliances (Bosch Refrigerator, dishwaster, double ovens with one being a convection oven & GE Monogram range hood (2021 & 2024), and second prep sink with disposal. The eating area/sunroom will lead you through the sliders to the private backyard where you will find a concrete patio & firepit. The first-floor primary suite offers a retreat with its own fireplace and beautiful bath featuring updated walk-in shower jetted tub, 2 walk in closets and double vanities. A convenient laundry and half bath complete the first floor. You will find 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & stylish loft - perfect for an office or reading nook - on the 2nd floor (in fact..one of the bedrooms has it's own full bath). Completed in 2021, the fantastic finished lower level adds exceptional versatility with it's large recreation room, bar, built-in beverage refrigerator, half bath, sewing room or office, and a hidden door leading to a private exercise room. Notable updates include new roof with 50-year shingles, blown-in insulation & carpeting (2024), AC, humidifier, water softener, water filtration system, 3 M Solar on windows (2021); whole-house generator (2020). The 3 car heated climate control garage, incredible hardscape, exterior lighting and landscaping, Weber gas grill and irrigation system are a few of the other special features. This home will absolutely "WOW" you!