1303 Merry Water Dr., Lutz, FL 33548

This stunning Ladera home, built by Arthur Rutenberg, sits on a .55 acre corner lot overlooking conservation. Featuring 3,471 heated square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, formal living and dining, family room, office/den, and a bonus room with wet bar, this house was designed for comfortable living as well as entertaining. The kitchen offers antique white cabinetry with crown molding, granite countertops, custom backsplash, center island with breakfast bar, a cleverly concealed walk-in pantry, and stainless steel GE Profile appliances. The master retreat features two custom walk-in closets, French door access to the pool area, and a luxurious bath with jetted soaking tub and walk-in shower. The bedrooms and office boast hand-scraped maple wood floors, while the remainder of the home has oversized, neutral ceramic tile. The outdoor living space overlooks conservation with privacy screening on two sides, Artistic paver decking, a tiered sun deck, sparkling pool with water features and heated spillover spa, and large covered area with brand new outdoor kitchen. Other notable features include hand textured walls, magnificently detailed tray ceilings, crown molding and custom trims, decorative niches, arched doorways, transoms, French doors, gas fireplace, plantation shutters, ceiling fans, intercom/music system, recessed lighting, security and sprinkler systems, tiled roof, paver drive, and an oversized 3-car garage with tons of storage space.