18901 LAKES EDGE WAY | Odessa
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Your private santuary awaits in Stillwater. Quick Highlights: • Located within the exclusive 24-hour guard-gated community of Stillwater featuring only 48 estate homesites across 114+ acres of conservation and lakes • Rare 3.75-acre homesite with breathtaking conservation views, exceptional privacy, and resort-style outdoor living • Custom-built Jay Fechtel estate offering 5,696 SF, 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 3 half baths, and ALL bedrooms conveniently located on the first floor • Option to add with an in-law suite for multi-generational living • Private recreational amenities include a heated saltwater pool and spa, tennis/pickleball/basketball court and expansive travertine lanai with outdoor kitchen • Chef’s kitchen equipped with Wolf double ovens, SubZero refrigerator/freezer, Bosch dishwasher, large center island, and elegant butler’s pantry designed for seamless entertaining Surrounded by breathtaking conservation views, mature landscaping, and frequent wildlife sightings, the property delivers serene estate living without sacrificing convenience. Designed for both luxury and recreation, the estate features a private tennis/pickleball court and basketball hoop adjacent to the heated saltwater pool and spa — an amenity package rarely found in residential real estate. Spanning 5,696 square feet, the residence offers 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 3 half baths, and a 3.5-car side-entry garage. Plus, a dedicated private office, bonus room and exercise room .Thoughtfully designed for today’s evolving lifestyles and multigenerational living, all five bedrooms are located on the first floor, providing exceptional comfort and functionality. Upstairs features an expansive bonus room, wet bar with refrigerator, private exercise room or secondary office, and extensive storage. The chef-caliber kitchen is designed for entertaining and daily living, featuring Wolf double ovens, a 5-burner gas cooktop with custom hood and pot filler, SubZero refrigerator and freezer, Bosch dishwasher, large center island, and adjoining café-style dining area. A beautifully appointed butler’s pantry with glass-paned cabinetry connects the kitchen and formal dining room. The open-concept floor plan is anchored by a dramatic family room with soaring 20-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and expansive views of the outdoor living areas and conservation beyond. The living room features a gas fireplace, 15-foot ceilings, travertine flooring, custom ceiling details, and stunning pool views. The luxurious primary suite offers direct lanai access and a spa-inspired bath with dual granite vanities, custom cabinetry, soaking tub, and walk-in shower with dual shower heads. The custom walk-in closet includes built-in dressers and shoe storage. Oversized secondary bedrooms feature hardwood flooring, granite countertops, and custom closets. Two bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while the remaining secondary bedrooms feature en suite baths. Outdoor living rivals a private resort with an expansive travertine lanai, heated saltwater pool and spa, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with built-in gas grill, sink, and refrigerator beneath generous covered patios. Enjoy tranquil estate living just minutes from A-Rated Steinbrenner district, the Veterans Expressway, Upper Tampa Bay Trail, premier hospitals, professional sports venues, and Tampa International Airport. StellarMLS TB8507179
Directions to property: From the intersection of the Veterans Expressway and Lutz Lake Fern Road, continue south on Lutz Lake Fern Road; left on Still Wood Drive (entrance of Stillwater). Be prepared to show ID at the manned gate. Then left on Still Lakes Drive to left on Lakes Edge Way. Home is at the very end.
