LUTZ, FL 33558 5318 Avenal DRIVE

Serenity awaits: Tuscan gem redefines golf and country club living in Cheval! This built to last, high end custom 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath home provides all the comfort and upscale amenities that you could desire. A grand 2 double door entry sets the tone as soon as you step onto the mosaic inset travertine tile flooring throughout the main living area of the first floor. Through the arched opening you are greeted by the large formal dining area with a tray ceiling. Just around the corner is the beautifully appointed kitchen with 42” cabinets and peninsula seating for 4 that opens to the breakfast room and family room, gorgeous granite countertops, walk-in pantry with built-in shelving, stainless steel appliances including a double oven, built-in microwave, French door refrigerator, and Bosch dishwasher. The beveled edge island boasts a gas cooktop and Haier wine refrigerator with plenty of prep space throughout. Tumbled stone adorns the backsplash and breakfast bar front. The Family room’s grand ceiling draws your eye up to the clerestory windows that flood the room with light. Plenty of space to spread out with the family or entertain friends. Easy access through the triple sliders onto the screened lanai for outdoor living. Enter the primary suite through the double doors and discover luxury wide plank engineered hardwood floors, a tray ceiling and French doors to the lanai. Your primary bath is complete with 2 custom built-in closets, double sink vanity, soaking tub, separate shower with toiletry niche and water closet. Tucked away at the front of the home is a powder bath with vessel sink and bronze fixtures that highlight the Tuscan feel. The private office is also enhanced with wide plank engineered hardwood flooring. Through the laundry room with 42” cabinets & plenty of folding space, the garage houses 2 cars, affixed steel ceiling storage, tankless water heater, water softener/reverse osmosis system and utility sink. Don’t miss the metallic epoxy floor! The show stopping iron balusters and hardwood stairs transport you to the second floor with a loft/bonus room (easily converted to a 4th bedroom). You will find a large guest room with walk-in, built-in closet, 2nd bath and an even larger 3rd bedroom with an ensuite bath and large walk-in, built-in closet of your dreams. Entire 2nd floor is appointed with wide plank engineered hardwoods throughout except both baths that have tumbled travertine tile. Special features of this jewel include barrel tile roof, plantation shutters throughout, upgraded light fixtures, 6” baseboards, 8’ arched panel doors with bronze levers, fenced dog run, ADT security system, and built-in storage in every closet. Just under 2 miles to the Clubhouse with a newly renovated restaurant and Athletic center, pickleball, pool, basketball, tennis, and a playground. Cheval is home to a semi-private 18 hole golf course, 24 hour manned guard entry. A+ rated schools just outside of the gates (Steinbrenner, Martinez, Mckitrick)! Easy access to the TPA airport, beaches and other area attractions via the Veteran’s Expressway. Set up your showing today!