1563 LAKEHURST AVENUE, WINTER PARK, FL 32789

Welcome to 1563 Lakehurst, a stunning five-bedroom, 5.5 bath pool home that epitomizes luxury living and has been meticulously remodeled. This residence won the prestigious Orlando Parade of Homes 2021 first place and grand award and is a masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. Initially conceived by the local architect Gary Hancock, this home was reimagined by the renowned Ted Maines and Hardwick General Contractors, resulting in a comfortably elegant living space deserving of accolades and awards. On an oversized lot on a charming brick-lined street in one of the most desirable neighborhoods of Central Florida, this home boasts an enviable address just moments from shops and restaurants of Winter Park and Park Avenue. Spanning over 4,200 square feet, the main house offers spacious and inviting living areas flooded with natural light. Every detail was considered throughout the renovation: top-of-the-line Anderson windows, custom inset cabinetry, luxury bi-fold Origin door, designer lighting, engineered oak floors, solid-core interior doors, custom mahogany front door, and many more finishes discerning buyers will recognize and appreciate. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, extensive custom inset cabinetry, Cambria luxury quartz, and a center island spanning almost 20 feet. The separate breakfast bar allows quick and easy coffee, tea and breakfast prep without disturbing the clean aesthetics of the kitchen. The open living space has an Origin luxury bifold door for indoor-outdoor living, and a vaulted cathedral ceiling finished with designer lighting. The lounge and bar offer a pre-dinner retreat before using the artfully designed formal dining room, with smoked glass, dramatic navy wood paneling, and custom herringbone wood floor. The light-filled primary bedroom is also on the ground floor. Updated in 2022, this bedroom has Phillip Jeffries wall covering and Flos pendants. The bath has two independent vanities and separate closets. A full pool bath with shower, additional powder room and large office or flexible space complete the first story. Three additional bedrooms provide ample space for family or guests. The largest bedroom has an en-suite bath, and two additional bedrooms are connected by a large bath with a double vanity. For those needing additional accommodations, the in-law suite over the garage offers an additional 400-plus square feet of living space, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. The extensive back patio has multiple areas for dining, entertaining and enjoying Florida living. The summer kitchen was installed in 2021, and there is additional wine and refrigeration space. The front parking pad and landscaping were completed in spring 2024. All the systems are from 2020 or newer. The roof was installed in 2020, two tankless water heaters were added in 2020, upstairs and downstairs Carrier air conditioners are from 2023, the guest house air conditioning is from 2021, and the guest house water heater is from 2024. Drywall, ceilings and tongue-and-groove were replaced, the home was taken down to the studs, and has an effective date for the build as 2020. With its unparalleled location, luxury, and craftsmanship, this home is a rare find. Don't miss your opportunity to own a piece of Winter Park's finest. Schedule your private showing today!