A rare opportunity to own your own private oasis, this stunning lakefront home is perfectly positioned on a double lot with peaceful pond views in the highly sought-after gated community of Crescent Forest, offering over 3,200 square feet of spacious living and exceptional outdoor enjoyment. Residents enjoy outstanding community amenities including tennis courts, basketball courts, and scenic walking trails. Enter through grand double doors into an open and inviting floor plan featuring elegant marble floors imported from Portugal, a formal dining area, and a spacious formal living room highlighted by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling wood-burning fireplace, vaulted ceilings with exposed beam detail, and sliding glass doors leading to the outdoor living space. A versatile room located next to the primary suite can easily serve as a study, den, or nursery, offering flexible living options. The expansive primary suite provides private access to the large screened-in lanai and pool area, creating a true retreat. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and an eat-in dining space, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. This well-designed home features four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, including a fourth bedroom configured like an in-law suite conveniently located next to a full bath. Multiple rooms-including the primary bedroom, living room, and fourth bedroom-offer direct access to the spacious screened lanai and sparkling pool overlooking tranquil water views. Additional highlights include a three-car garage equipped with a 220V outlet for EV charging, a long pavered driveway, epoxy garage floor, skylights adding lots of natural light, mature landscaping, and your very own mango tree enhancing the tropical setting. Major updates include A/C replaced in 2015 and roof replaced in 2012. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, restaurants and the Suncoast Parkway, this Crescent Forest home offers privacy, space, and comfort within one of the area's most desirable gated communities and not in a flood zone.