4961 SAPPHIRE SOUND DRIVE

Description

This magnificent MILANO model is now available. Located in Valencia Lakes, Tampa Bay’s premier 55+ Active Adult community, this home is a unique treasure.Tall ceilings make the 2,651SF feel even bigger. On approach, be marveled by amazing gardens and a grand portico leading to the spectacular impact-resistant WEXFORD glass front door. The welcoming foyer features a 15’ ceiling fashioned with a classical 3 tiered chandelier and affords a wonderful view of the home. Graceful 30″x15” Spanish tile adorns the floors in the common areas and exceptional crown molding runs throughout. Left of the foyer is the dining room that basks in natural light and features another traditional chandelier, and will comfortably accommodate 10 persons. Forward of the foyer is a tranquil 15’x18’ living room with octagonal 10’-11’ tray ceiling, and 9’ wide sliders. A great space to host friends & family or to savor quiet moments. The kitchen is a chef’s delight. Luxurious cabinetry abounds; lower cabinets are primarily soft-close pot drawers capped with stunning flowing quartz counters topped with a marble subway tile backsplash, and the upper cabinets feature soft-close doors and under cabinet lighting. Stainless-steel appliances, a wall-mounted double oven, counter-top cooktop and a oversized single basin sink with an industrial style faucet will exceed the chef’s desires.The counter-height peninsula counter will seat three and has a built-in beverage fridge leading into a very spacious family room.Sliders to the lanai on one side and windows on two other walls ensures the family room has abundant natural light.The casual dining area features an impressive corner-window that brings the outdoors, indoors.The living room, family room, and primary bedroom feature access to the sizeable and gorgeous lanai. The primary bedroom suite encompasses the South wing of the home providing the owners with sumptuous comfort and privacy.The frosted glass door and 4-pane bay windows and the 13’9″’ tray ceiling make this 14’x21’ room feel even bigger. Mirrored sliding doors front the two walk-in closets and a truly unique space lies between the bedroom and the ensuite. Perhaps it will be a dressing room, a private office, or a sanctuary.How will you use this space? The ensuite bathroom is astonishing; colossal, refined and practical. A freestanding 72” rectangular bathtub fronted by Tuscan columns ensconced in arabesque marble tile centers this oasis. Extensive separated vanities topped with full-width mirrors frame the room and a massive glassed, level walk-in shower completes this space, save for the W/C for the commode.The North wing features two bedrooms with shed ceilings and a second bathroom. Environmental comforts are assured by hurricane resistant impact glass windows throughout, 25 photovoltaic solar panels, two CARRIER Heat pump HVACs, a Culligan water softener & reverse osmosis system. This MILANO shines with quality, security, space, and luxurious comfort. The coveted Valencia Lakes community has an amazing 40,000SF Clubhouse offering entertainment shows, dances, over 140 Clubs, a 5,000SF 24/7 State-of-the Heart Fitness Center, Resort-style pool, 5 Lane-Lap pool, Resistance pool, Spa, Steam & Dry Saunas, 2 Multi-Purpose Fitness Rooms hosting Classes, Games Rooms, 7 Pickleball courts, 6 USTA Har-Tru Clay Tennis courts, Bocce, Shuffleboard, Basketball Half-Court, Softball Field, RV & Boat Storage Facility, Garden plots, Dog Park and a venerated Memorial Honor Circle.