Experience the elegant beauty of this French Country Cottage nestled along the shores of Lake Eloise in the Private Gated Community of Skidmore. This exquisite estate boasts high ceilings, new herringbone luxury vinyl flooring, 5 inch baseboards, crown molding, custom Double Hung Plantation Shutters, Double Pane Windows and touches of wrought iron accents throughout. As you enter, the main living area offers soaring vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace with Bianco Antico eased edge granite hearth, surrounded by a custom-built entertainment center and unobstructed views of your pool and outdoor oasis. The FIRST FLOOR OWNERS SUITE offers an oversized bedroom with sumptuous bathroom which incorporates gentlemen’s height dual vanity, granite countertops, undermount porcelain sinks, and dual handle oil rubbed bronze faucets. The walk-in shower features a frameless glass door and tile to the ceiling. Adjacent is an oversized soaking tub and walk-in closet with California Closet design. Heading back through the living area and passing through the French doors, you enter your outdoor area complete with screen enclosure, covered lanai for al fresco dining, chlorine pool with waterfall feature, jacuzzi, and turfed lounging area that could double as a putting green. Back inside, the NEWLY REMODELED KITCHEN features magma gold granite countertops and backsplash with waterfall bookmatched edge, custom antique white cabinets with raised panel finish, undercabinet lighting, soft-close drawers and cabinets, matte obsidian square knobs, and hammered copper single basin sink with copper gooseneck faucet and glass washer. The KitchenAid stainless steel range, built-in microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator finish this chefs paradise and a walk-in pantry with wrought iron pocket door adds additional ambience to this estate. Passing through the formal dining room and sitting room and up the grand staircase you find a loft with library and rolling ladder, 2 oversized bedrooms ***(CAN BE CONFIGURED AS A 5 BEDROOM HOME)*** with high ceilings and walk in closets, and a bath finished with Matisse Oro colored porcelain tile, soaking tub, frameless glass shower, and separate dual vanity with granite countertops, undermount sinks and oil rubbed bronze single handle faucets. A first-floor office doubles as a bedroom with access to a full bath and a 3-car garage add to the home’s appeal. Just minutes to downtown Winter Haven, enjoy restaurants, Legoland, all that the Chain of Lakes has to offer from this stunning residence. Roof 2023. HVAC Units 2023 and 2024. Appliances and Kitchen 2024. Flooring 2024.