282 Rue Des Lacs, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

Magnificent custom waterfront home sits on 2 acres where entire 200' backyard sits directly on Lake Tarpon with a private boat dock with bonus dual floating Jet Ski lift. Located in the exclusive 24hr gated community of Chateaux Des Lacs, this single level living residence enjoys both stunning and unobstructed waterfront views as well as breathtaking full sunsets! Entry boasts a brick circular drive with an artistic center fountain ending at the estates grand front porch with massive french doors and impressive 18' ceilings. Upon entry, you will find the 5,500 sq ft under air well designed and entirely light filled with its Palladian windows and soaring ceilings featuring a spacious, open design throughout. Italian rectified tile floors. All new protection in 2024: Impact windows, impact garage doors and electric fabric impact screen shutters on lanai (over 250K installed). Property has never flooded. There are 2 offices in the residence for work-at-home convenience. Features chef's kitchen with stainless appliances, electric range w/gas hookups, granite and quartz counters, warming drawers, revers osmosis water filter and wood cabinetry throughout. The master bedroom suite is very relaxing and comfortable with water views, a jetted tub, walk in steam shower, his and her separate vanities and his and her walk-in closets. All other bedrooms are large and they take advantage of the full 4 bath design. The very spacious living room combines the kitchen area with living space and adds a fireplace, kitchen counter seating area for 10 as well as an amazing half circle all glass formal dining area overlooking the lake. The huge great room boasts a full service entertainment space with bar refrigerator, wine cooler, cabinetry, wine rack, countertop seating for 8, a giant TV wall space, fireplace and plenty of living area. The outdoor courtyard is mammoth and is fully covered by impact electric screens throughout and runs the entire length of the rear of the home bringing the outdoors in. With the homes enormous pool this screened-in space acts as the homes “nucleolus” and has to be seen to fully realize its relaxing setup. A tile and granite dining bar overlooks the pool, the lake and the spillover spa. Both the spa and pool are heated with options of solar, heat pump or propane. The entire lanai views Lake Tarpon and enhances true family living as well as unbelievable entertainment possibilities. The space offers several connected dining and sitting areas all designed with comfort in mind. For your autos, this estate home boasts 2 oversized garages each attached to both sides of the house allowing for a total of 4 car enclosed parking. Garages measure 20'X22' with 18’ doors and each garage has an additional 12' of additional storage space. A/C consists of 4 zoned units with one unit connected to garage for heating and cooling. The brick walkway from the pool to the boat dock allows you to feel one with nature as the often visiting birds, storks and deer also enjoy the private 2 acre setting with you. The entire home has been recently upgraded and updated throughout and is a one-of-a-kind residence. This home could accommodate over 100 guests if desired and is a must-see. SEE 2 ATTACHED VIDEOS FOR COMPLETE IMAGERY AND A 3D LAYOUT!! “Châteaux des Lacs” is french for “Castles of the Lakes” and is a small enclave at the northern tip of Lake Tarpon- a regal place to call home. (Proof of funds or mortgage pre-approval is required to show).