One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. **$20K price improvement and Seller offering $15K credit toward buyer's prepaid & closing costs!!** Welcome to your dream retreat in the sought after Grand Oaks at Panther Ridge! Nestled on a sprawling 1.28-acre lot adorned with majestic oaks, magnolias, and pines, this stunning, nearly 3,000 SF home offers the ultimate blend of luxury, privacy, and natural beauty. As you approach, you are greeted by an impressive entry framed by commanding double columns, stone accents and magnificent stained-glass French doors. Upon entering, you will discover an open and airy floorplan bathed in natural light, featuring high ceilings, crown molding, arched entryways, and gleaming tile floors, exuding comfort and sophistication at every turn. The heart of this home is a chef's kitchen that will inspire your culinary creativity. Boasting ample counter space, a central island, and a breakfast bar with seating for four, it's equipped with new stainless steel appliances (2020) and a brand-new dishwasher (2022). Adjacent to the kitchen, a central living area offers seamless indoor-outdoor living with sliding glass doors leading to the backyard paradise. The outdoor living space is a showstopper. Recently upgraded with a sparkling pool and spa with app controls, heater/cooler unit, and an extended covered patio ideal for alfresco dining. The outdoor kitchen with a Blaze grill, side burner, and granite countertops elevates your entertaining experience. Surrounded by 400 feet of aluminum fencing with dual gate access, your backyard offers both security and a private paradise for pets and play. Additional thoughtful enhancements include a new roof (2022), luxury vinyl plank flooring in the bedrooms, Culligan whole-home water system with reverse osmosis, enhanced landscaping, Ring camera/doorbell, ADT security system, paver patio, whole home roto-rooter for pipe clean out, and converted gym space in 4th garage, bringing the total amount of upgrades and improvements to around $340,000. Located in an "X" flood zone, this property offers peace of mind during storm seasons. Grand Oaks at Panther Ridge features low HOA fees of just $950/year with no CDD fees. Boat and EV trailer parking is allowed within HOA guidelines, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Experience the perfect harmony of elegance, comfort, and natural beauty in this Grand Oaks gem, just minutes from all the amenities of Lakewood Ranch. Don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the privacy and seclusion of one of the area's most desirable communities.