LAKE WAILES MEDITERRANEAN BEAUTY! Situated on the shore of Lake Wailes, this mid-century Mediterranean offers 3 BD/ 3 BA infused with many splendid Italian influences throughout its 3,075 SF of living area and situated on a .69-acre lot. An imposing ornate fireplace adds grandeur to the formal living room accented with columns and opening into the window framed Florida room. This home is perfect for entertaining with its open floor plan, impressive kitchen with pass-thru to buffet & wet bar, a covered patio and a columned pergola that commands the lake view. Extensively remodeled in the late ‘90s with new kitchen, tile flooring, wonderful mill works, crown molding and built-ins; the master suite has custom walk-in closet, dual sinks, tile shower stall and custom soaker tub. The kitchen provides an eating area, island w/prep-sink, custom chestnut oak cabinets and granite counters; dual built-in ovens, 2 refrigerators, a 6-burner gas cook-top w/stainless exhaust fan, ice maker and a warming drawer, all helping to make entertaining a breeze. Transition to the breathtaking terraced backyard through a loggia, then down a brick path among the lush tropical plantings, crossing a brick lined fishpond stepping into the vine covered pergola to enjoy every sunset. Additionally, the property has an 8’x8’ workshop in the garage. This amazing home is a short distance to the paved and lighted path around Lake Wailes, to sports fields, parks, shopping and medical facilities. Conveniently located in central Florida and a short distance to Tampa and Orlando. Call to schedule your private viewing.