5436 Maple Ridge CourtSanford, FL 32771Price: $959,000

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Elegant custom home in the desirable guard-gated community of Lake Forest in Seminole County. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms plus office and 3 car side entry garage on a private conservation lot. Enjoy year-round entertaining with a fully equipped summer kitchen, heated pool and spa and ample covered dining and seating areas on the screened lanai. Primary bedroom is a peaceful retreat with the warmth of Brazilian walnut flooring, a gas fireplace, custom shelving/cabinets and patio access. Ensuite bathrooms has two walk-in closets with built-ins, jetted garden tub and shower with multiple body jets and shower heads. Two secondary bedrooms share a Jack & Jill bathroom and can be separated from the main living area by a pocket door. The back bedroom makes a wonderful bonus area, guest suite or in-law suite with its ensuite bathrooms and access to the patio. Kitchen offers a 5-burner gas cooktop, built-in Jennair ovens, newer Monogram refrigerator, closet pantry and a large center island with contrasting cabinet color and Brazilian granite. Other features include 12ft+ ceilings, built-in credenzas in office and dining room, wet bar with glass accent cabinets between kitchen and living room, custom iron window treatments and exterior lighting. Garage comes with epoxy floors, storage cabinets and Electric vehicle charger. Lake Forest offers a 24-hr guard-gated entry with resort style amenities: 10,000 sq ft clubhouse w/ newly remodeled fitness center, Jr. Olympic-sized swimming pool, heated spa, kiddie pool, playground, 55-acre private spring-fed lake, fishing pier, new lighted tennis and pickleball courts & a sports court. The community has been designated as a National Wildlife Habitat. Lake Forest is zoned for Seminole County schools and is close to beaches, attractions and all that Central Florida has to offer! Easy access to I-4, 417 and 429.