1875 Lake Markham Preserve Trail , Sanford, FL 32771(Seminole County)

Moments of bliss by the shimmering lake fashion a lifetime of memories. A rare opportunity to acquire one of the few lakefront estates in one of Seminole County's most exclusive luxury communities, Lake Markham Preserve. After being welcomed through the guarded community gates, guests make their way past incredible homes towards 1875 Lake Markham Preserve Trail, now being offered for the first time. This lakefront oasis is ideally positioned on Lake Markham, a private ski lake which connects to Lake Don, Lake Gray and Lake Howard. Upon arrival, the stunning courtyard entrance flanked by three attached and two detached car garages welcomes all. Guests are immediately immersed in views of Lake Markham upon entering thanks to the large picture window and French doors of the living room. Travertine floors and an extensive use of molding, solid mahogany ceiling details, and a delicate blend of coffered and tray ceilings accentuate the rooms on the main floor. The designer kitchen features double sub-zero refrigerators, hidden walk-in pantry, Viking gas cooktop, working island, breakfast bar, and spacious dinette alongside tall, mitered glass windows facing the infinity edge pool with stone waterfall. The family room enjoys a wall of sliding glass doors that easily tuck away, marrying the indoors and outdoors into an amazing al fresco space, perfect for large gatherings or peaceful moments of bliss. Awake daily to views of the lake in the beautiful master bedroom, complete with a gas fireplace, gym, large his-and-hers closets and a luxurious bath including a walk-in steam shower, separate dual vanities, and garden tub. A pool bath, large laundry room, several storage closets, and bedrooms two and three sharing a jack-and-jill bath complete the first floor. Upstairs commences with a stunning wrought iron staircase taking you to a flex area perfect for media entertainment plus the fourth and fifth bedrooms, both sharing a balcony providing captivating views of the lake. Each bedroom enjoys a walk-in closet and private en-suite bath. A second-floor laundry area is a welcome luxury. Passing through the half bath or utilizing a private staircase leads you to an additional loft and two offices, one with a closet which could easily become a sixth bedroom. The outdoor lakefront living includes a travertine-wrapped infinity pool, summer kitchen, an expansive covered lanai, and beautiful scenery of the back lawn leading towards the lake and a boathouse with two powered jet ski lifts. Additional notable features include lake irrigation, a private (yet open) dining room currently used as a game room, Vivint home technology and Sonos home audio, circular drive, oversized five-car garages with the detached garage being lift-ready. In addition to the amazing lifestyle this home brings, a wealth of outdoor activities is available nearby, including golf and country clubs, recreational trails and easy access to attractions and the beaches. Seminole County enjoys top-rated schools, regional hospitals and boutique dining and shopping are just moments away, as are Interstate 4 and the 429/417 beltways.