Redefining luxury with effortless casual elegance, this French Country-inspired residence showcases timeless stone and brick finishes that beautifully blend Old World charm with a clean, warm, and intentional design. Perfectly positioned on one of The Lake Club's rare western-exposure homesites, the property captures breathtaking, year-round sunsets. Enter through wrought-iron double front doors into an open and inviting great room, highlighted by a stacked-stone gas fireplace, crown molding, driftwood ceilings, and soft ambient lighting. The gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully designed for entertaining, featuring a six-burner gas cooktop, built-in Thermador refrigerator, wine cooler, and custom built-in JennAir microwave and oven. A versatile floor plan offers a desirable double primary suite, complemented by custom built-in cabinetry, granite countertops, and intricate stonework throughout. Hurricane-rated, high-impact windows and doors provide both security and peace of mind. Expansive pocketing sliding glass doors create a seamless indoor-outdoor flow to the lanai, where a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with gas grill overlooks a solar-heated saltwater pool complete with a sun shelf. An oversized two-car garage provides ample storage and added functionality. Located within the prestigious Lake Club at Lakewood Ranch, this private gated community offers an exceptional lifestyle with interconnecting lakes, a grand clubhouse, two resort-style pools, private dining, a fitness center, billiards room, and tennis courts.