8742 Handel Loop, Land O Lakes, FL 34637 (MLS # TB8408631)

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View Virtual Tour PRICE $714,900 BEDS 5 BATHS 3 HOME SIZE 3,531 sqft LOT SIZE 11,326 sqft Request More Info Schedule a Showing

Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home built by M/I Homes, situated on a premium corner lot in the award-winning master-planned community of Connerton. Offering a rare 4-car tandem garage and a spacious 3-car wide driveway, this home combines thoughtful design, luxurious upgrades, and a true resort-style lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, you'll notice the stacked stone elevation, covered front porch, rain gutters, and pavered driveway, setting the tone for what awaits inside. The main living areas on the first floor feature beautiful diagonal tile flooring, crown molding, and an open-concept layout perfect for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting quartz countertops, 42-inch upper cabinets with crown and over-cabinet lighting, stainless steel appliances including a built-in double oven and separate cooktop, a stylish backsplash, pendant lighting, and both a large walk-in pantry and a convenient butler's pantry. The spacious family room flows into the dinette area with sliding glass doors that open to the show-stopping outdoor living space. Enjoy your own private oasis with a heated pool and spa, brick paver lanai deck, large covered area with two ceiling fans, a built-in BBQ grill complete with granite bar top and mini-fridge, and a screen enclosure that overlooks the peaceful conservation. The fully fenced backyard provides both privacy and space for relaxation and play. A mounted TV on the patio will remain, making this the perfect spot for game day or movie night. Downstairs, you'll also find a guest bedroom with carpeted flooring and a full bath that includes a step-in glass shower and direct access to the lanai"”ideal for pool guests or in-laws. A convenient under-stair storage closet and a laundry room with built-in cabinetry and a utility sink add practical function to the elegant design. Upstairs, the dramatic two-story foyer opens to a large bonus room with spindle railings overlooking the entryway. The luxurious owner's suite features French doors, a tray ceiling, triple windows with views of the pool and conservation area, and an incredible 12x14 walk-in closet. The en suite bathroom offers dual vanities, a garden soaking tub, a separate glass-enclosed shower with listello accents, and a private water closet. The split-bedroom floor plan ensures privacy for all, with three generously sized secondary bedrooms"”two with walk-in closets"”and a guest bath with dual sinks and an additional linen closet in the hallway. Additional highlights include surround sound throughout the entire home (including bedrooms), a water softener, tankless water heater, granite countertops in all bathrooms, and ceiling fans throughout. With tile in all main living areas and wet spaces, the home is as low-maintenance as it is stylish. Living in Connerton means enjoying a vibrant, amenity-rich lifestyle. The community features a 10,000SF clubhouse with café, a lagoon-style pool with waterslide and splash zone, a heated Olympic-style lap pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis and basketball courts, a sand volleyball court, multiple playgrounds and dog parks, and miles of walking and biking trails. You're also just steps from a neighborhood green space, gazebo, and additional playground, located right down the street from this incredible property. This is a truly rare opportunity to own a meticulously maintained home with every upgrade you could ask for, in a community that offers the best of Florida living!