5311 NW 98th Terrace, Gainesville, FL 32653

Description

Post-modern waterfront 4-story treehouse inspired by Andrew Lloyd Wright. The area's natural beauty is captured with numerous decks and balconies, multi-aspect views through large picture windows from every level, a lap pool housed in a multi-story screened-in area. Daily living is an immersive experience into the woodland setting and waterfront views on this 1.93-acre retreat. Attention to detail is evident throughout, with fully upgraded features and modern comforts integrated seamlessly into the design. Overall, this property presents a unique opportunity to experience a lifestyle of luxury, privacy, and natural beauty in a meticulously designed and upgraded architectural home. The first floor features a stunning flexible living area which is currently used as a music room. The large picture windows has a seamless connection to the outdoors, allowing natural light to flood the room. A large adjacent deck provides access to the lake and the in-ground pool. Two guest bedrooms, a double vanity bathroom with walk-in shower, a kitchenette/bar area with mini fridge, and a laundry closet complete this floor. A showcase spiral stairway, running the full height of the residence, provides access to the main living areas via a custom curved barn door. From the exterior, an elevator leads from the front deck to the main living deck. On the second floor, there is a spectacular, light-filled, open-concept layout creating a seamless flow between the sunken lounge/great room, dining area, custom-built kitchen and guest bathroom with linen closet which also showcases two-story floor to ceiling windows, offering tantalizing views of the lake. French doors lead to the multi-story screened-in, full outdoor living/dining room with staircase access to the heated 40-foot lap pool. The owners’ suite fully encompasses the third floor. Enjoy the luxurious ensuite, complete with freestanding spa bath, double vanities, linen closet and a two-story, glass-ceiling, rain shower! The suite has two sets of closets and double doors leading to a balcony overlooking the main outdoor living/dining room and the pool. Finally, the fourth floor observatory affords 360-degree area viewing and a covered balcony nestled amongst high magnolia trees and creeping jasmine.

Listed by Steven Koleno, .