This stately WATERFRONT home is located on Lake Dora in the exclusive Deer Island on Lake County's Famous Harris Chain of Lakes and is packed with desirable upgrades!

Walking inside the front door, your eyes will immediately be drawn to spectacular views of Lake Dora! Once you've gazed your fill, you'll find an open floor plan with tile floors, high ceilings, a cozy fireplace and a wall of custom built-ins.

Your kitchen features pro-grade Dacor appliances, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry and a massive center island with crystal chandeliers and bar-top seating. You have a large formal dining area at the front of the floorplan, plus a dining nook next to the kitchen with panoramic views of the lake. Don't forget about the bonus butler's pantry, which includes an additional full refrigerator, wine fridge, sink and dishwasher.

Just steps away, your backyard oasis includes TWO covered patios with Maple ceilings that are like outdoor living rooms – one with a summer kitchen and the other with tray ceilings and a stone wall fireplace. The adjacent screened enclosure has a saltwater pool with a baja shelf and a plethora of water features. Beyond the enclosure, the rest of the property includes a manicured lawn and a gazebo overlooking the lake and downtown Mount Dora.

Back inside, the spacious master bedroom boasts crown molding and a double tray ceiling, plus French doors leading to the pool and the fireplace sitting area . The dressing room, which includes a vanity and a custom-built closet, is the size of a small bedroom. The master ensuite has his&hers vanities, quartz countertops, a center jetted tub and a walk-thru steam shower. Down the hall, both guest rooms have private ensuites, and the secondary bedroom also enjoys access to the pool deck.

This home was built with many bonus features you won't find in similar houses on the market, like 8-ft doors, TWO laundry rooms, TWO A/C systems and a full-house generator. No expense was spared even for the 3-car garage, which has paver floors and built-in storage.

This wonderful Island paradise gated community is approximately 400 acres nestled in between Lake Dora and Lake Beauclaire; offering residents a country club with its own 18 hole championship golf course and driving range, a pool, tennis courts, pickleball and a boat dock. Deer Island is proud to be located in Tavares which bills itselfs the Seaplane Capital of the World.

A 5 minute boat ride or a reasonable drive to Historic Downtown Mount Dora, where you can enjoy shopping, dining and festivals year round AND a close 45 minutes to Orlando and The Villages! Deer Island is minutes away from the 429 highway extension that allows for an easy commute to all cities in Central Florida and attractions. Come and enjoy your Deer Island peaceful, luxurious dream!!