18703 68th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34211

Nestled on a very quiet cul-de-sac deep in the heart of Lakewood Ranches most popular equestrian community, Panther Ridge, you will find a wooded homesite with an exquisite custom home centered right in the heart of the lot that allows for stunning and unobstructed Forrest view sunsets. Leading up to the home is a long winding pavered driveway that ends in a circular drive right in front of the sweeping front porch. The pavered drive continues past the front of the home and ends at the private side-load three car garage. Upon entering the stately crystal lead double doors, your breath will be taken away at the sight of a custom wood covered soaring 2-story ceiling complete with a wood burning fireplace that has a stone element from mantle to ceiling. Gorgeous real wood flooring and craftsman style wood columns complete the picture. Through the sliders you will glimpse the pièce de ré·sis·tance, a custom pool & spa with waterfall and grotto by nationally renowned pool designer, Lucas Lagoons. To complete the picture, there is a custom designed full outdoor kitchen. Inside, the downstairs has a large owner’s suite and spa bathroom as well as a large walk in closet. There are two more bedrooms that share a Jack and Jill bathroom and a super-sized laundry/mud room area. The kitchen is pure perfection! Gorgeous concrete countertops, upgraded white painted wood cabinets, double convection ovens, a large open kitchen area plus a roomy built in breakfast nook overlooking the Oh My Golly Wow pool & spa area. The view to the pool and wooded backyard and side sunset view Forrest combined with a stunning Chef’s Kitchen guarantees cooking will be a pleasure not a chore. Upstairs there is a large theatre room, another bedroom/school room plus a full bathroom, all overlooking the manicured grounds. Panther Ridge has the world renowned Concession Golf and Country Club just across the street (www.theconcession.com) as well as a nationally recognized sports facility (www.premiersportscampus.com) and it’s minutes to the finest in dining and shopping (www.mallatutc.com). If you want more information on all the amenities surrounding Panther Ridge, visit www.lakewoodranch.com. For school information visit www.lakewoodranch.com/education-healthcare/education and http://www.manateeschools.net/pages/SDMC. Panther Ridge encompasses 4500 acres and has 13 neighborhoods that include tennis courts, family parks, basketball courts and over 15 miles of combined hiking and equestrian trails. The HOA fees are very low and the homes are in Zone X (the lowest flood zone rating Florida has to offer) due to the fact it is actually ON A HIGHER ELEVATION RIDGE! Horses and hikers are often seen enjoying the trails or enjoying the beautiful parks.