Welcome to your storybook Southern home in the highly coveted, gated community of The Village at Scott Lake. This stunning 3-story, 6-bedroom, 3.5-bath pool home offers 3,364 sq. ft. of heated space (4,162 total) and sits on a beautifully landscaped .33-acre lot — perfect for entertaining and outdoor living. From the moment you arrive, this classic Southern-style home captures attention with its large covered front porch, stately columns, high-pitched roof, and three gabled dormer windows that flood the home with natural light. The perfect symmetry, lush landscaping, and welcoming oversized front yard create incredible curb appeal. A side-entry 3-car garage with an extended driveway (complete with basketball hoop!) offers plenty of parking and play space. Inside, the first floor features wood flooring throughout, a dedicated home office/ study, formal dining room, spacious living room with a cozy wood burning fireplace and a beautiful kitchen with granite countertops, island bar, and breakfast nook. Three French doors open out to the massive screened lanai with pool/spa — the perfect place for weekend barbecues, Sunday football, or quiet evenings. Beyond the screen enclosure, you’ll find the brick-pavers continue making a large sitting area perfect for a firepit. The yard is fully fenced with tropical landscaping, and plenty of yard space to play. On the second floor, the primary suite boasts a completely renovated spa-like bath with stand-alone soaking tub, tiled shower, and walk-in closet. Four additional bedrooms and a convenient laundry room complete the second level. The third floor offers a spacious bonus room with balcony and another en suite bedroom, ideal for guests, teens, or a media/game room. Additional improvements include 2 new HVAC's with a 10 year warranty (2025), new interior paint (2025), wood floors sanded and stained (2025), new primary bath shower with all work under warranty. The Village at Scott Lake provides resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, tennis courts, and private boat ramp to Scott Lake. Club house is free for all residents to reserve for events. This prime location is central to everything — dining, shopping, schools, and major highways — while still offering the privacy and security of a gated community. This home is a rare find, combining classic Southern architecture, modern updates, and a spacious floor plan — truly a one-of-a-kind opportunity in one of Lakeland’s most coveted neighborhoods.