NEW LOWERED PRICE-SELLER MOTIVATED-Live in luxury on 2.5 private acres bordering a 100+ acre protected deer preserve. This one-of-a-kind 12,400+ sq ft custom estate offers resort-style living with complete privacy and impressive amenities. Completely rebuilt in 1995, the main home features 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, while the detached guest house above the two-car garage includes 1 bedroom, 1 bath, a full kitchen, and a private viewing deck — perfect for multi-generational living or rental income. As you arrive, the gated driveway reveals a grand entrance with an imported Venetian chandelier and dramatic spiral staircase, setting the tone for this exceptional home. The spacious layout includes a formal living room with intricate molding, a formal dining room featuring a stunning Venetian crystal chandelier, a large primary suite overlooking the pool, and flexible spaces ideal for a family room, game room, theater, or office. Upstairs you’ll find an additional bedroom, a large den with separate exterior entrance, and a dramatic loft with elegant backlit mirrors from Oklahoma’s Governor’s Mansion. The heart of the home is the oversized heated indoor pool with skylights and opening sliding glass doors, seamlessly connected to an air-conditioned professional racquetball court (perfect for pickleball, batting practice, or more). Outside, enjoy the oversized screened lanai with gas fire pit, wrap-around porch, pavered seating areas, and lush backyard. Additional highlights include a secure fenced dog area and beautiful views of the preserve. A 2025-updated kitchen with all-new appliances, combined with expansive living areas, makes this 3-story estate ideal for large-scale entertaining or relaxing in total privacy. Recent major updates include a NEW ROOF (2022), 4 newer AC units, and luxury vinyl plank flooring in select areas. Located in the exclusive Royal Oaks Estates with NO HOA, this home is just 35 minutes from Tampa and 10 minutes to hospitals, shopping, and restaurants. This magnificent custom property is truly one-of-a-kind. Contact us today to schedule your private tour. SELLER WOULD CONSIDER A LEASE OR A LEASE TO OWN OPTION.