12524 Highfield Circle
Lakewood Ranch Country Club
Quality & Attention To Detail
By Ed Bertha
Photography by Detlev von Kessel
Layout by Christian Lunardi
Arriving at 12524 Highfield Circle one immediately senses a connection with nature. This custom Lee Wetherington estate home backs to a nature preserve, ensuring privacy and a sense of tranquility not normally found in a neighborhood. Walking up the pavered circular drive, one passes the motor court with two 2 car garages flanking each side. Stepping onto the portico, double glass paneled wood entryway doors with wrought iron insets cast an inviting look. As you enter the grand foyer one cannot miss the living room’s stone surround fireplace and double step tray ceiling treatment. However, the room’s large aquarium window captures your attention as you take in the pool and the setting sun filtering through the preserve’s trees, casting a magic show of subdued light.
Bringing your gaze back inside one continues to notice the attention to detail this remarkable home contains. The dining room is flanked with columns and showcases a stunning ceiling treatment with wood detailing and built in cabinetry with glass doors and wine cooler. A romantic glow envelopes the kitchen and family room with warm brick accents, glazed wood cabinetry and unique light fixtures. The kitchen contains all of the requisite chef appliances, including granite counters, 6-burner gas stove with griddle, pot filler, two dishwashers and large center island with prep sink.
Entering the oversized master retreat, the rich wood floor contrasts with the double tray ceiling. An inviting view of the preserve awaits and can be softened by lowering the custom silhouette shades. A disappearing slider provides easy access to the pool area. The large walk-in closets feature custom cabinetry, while the bath is opulent, framed by two columns drawing attention to the soaking tub with barrel vault ceiling above. Conveniently located off the master suite, one also finds an extremely functional office with a curved wall and dual custom built in desks and cabinetry, complete with garage access.
Heading back to the main living area you enter the family room where you notice the tropical dual paddle fan as you approach the library, complete with rolling ladder. Both rooms open onto the tiled lanai with a breathtaking covered outdoor living area that comes fully equipped with a kitchen beautifully detailed with custom brick, tongue and groove wood ceiling, stone surround gas fireplace and plenty of covered seating. The inviting heated, saltwater pool and spa with tranquil and private preserve views provides the perfect setting for easy outdoor living or elegant entertaining.
Rounding out the tour the downstairs contains 3 additional bedrooms, one with an ensuite bath that functions as a perfect in-law/guest suite. The upstairs area features a 5th bedroom with separate bath, a spacious bonus room with built-in wet bar, 2 tray ceilings and 2 sets of pocketing sliders that disappear onto the covered balcony with tile floors.
An extraordinary home of unparalleled architectural detailing, this estate home is a true masterpiece showcasing the artistic talents of its craftsmen.
Holly Pascarella
The Pascarella Real Estate Group
(941) 225-3218
Pascarella@kw.com [1]
Keller Williams Realty Select
8210 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
12524 Highfield Circle, Lakewood Ranch Country Club, Lakewood Ranch
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MLS A4133532
5 BR
4/1 BA
5,013 sq ft
$1,699,000
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