Modern luxury and sophisticated design come together in this Palazzo model Cardel pool home, ideally located behind the gates of the highly sought after Country Club East at Lakewood Ranch. Nestled on a quiet cul de sac lot with panoramic lake and golf course views, this two story Italian Villa offers 3,883 sq ft of meticulously designed living space, including five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a dedicated office, an upstairs bonus room, and a spacious three car garage. Enjoy unparalleled conveniencestroll to the Country Club and neighborhood amenities, or hop on your bike or golf cart to top rated schools. Step through the grand entry into an airy open layout flooded with natural light, accentuated by soaring 20 foot ceilings and expansive picture windows framing serene water and fairway vistas well back from the cart path. The gourmet kitchen dazzles with custom white cabinetry, extra thick quartz countertops, high end Wolf stainless steel appliances, and an expansive butlers pantryperfect for tucking away small appliances and keeping workspaces pristine. Custom lighting, fans and built out closets elevate the living space. Abundant storage is thoughtfully integrated throughout. Discover one of the very few true five bedroom homes available in Country Club Eastan increasingly rare opportunity in this coveted enclaveplus a dedicated office. The main level primary suite is a private haven, boasting rich hardwood floors, dual walk in closets, and a spa inspired bath with dual vanities, and a frameless glass shower. A versatile guest suite and formal dining or home office complete the first floor. Upstairs, an oversized bonus roomideal for a home theater or fitness studiois accompanied by three additional bedrooms with walk in closets, a full bath and a wet bar balcony landing. Outdoor living is effortless, with a generous covered lanai, fully equipped outdoor kitchen, and a convenient pool bath with extra storageall overlooking a heated salt water pool and spa within a full screen enclosure. Windy Hill is an active enclave celebrated for its strong sense of community and festive spirita true holiday hotspotwhile Country Club East amenities, including The Retreats resort style pool and fitness center and The Lodges dining and social events, are just a short walk or golf cart ride away. Minutes from Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Waterside Place, Sarasotas award winning beaches, and cultural venues, this light filled masterpiece embodies the ultimate Florida lifestyle. Your perfect retreat awaits.