Luxurious Mediterranean situated in a private enclave “cul de sac” within the sought after Gate Community of Ladera! This 1/2 acre lot enjoys a tranquil Conservation View and abundant privacy from neighbors. Open the gates to the courtyard with in-law / guest quarters to your immediate right, also considered the 5th bedroom and fully equipped with walk-in closet, full bath, and small kitchenette w/ small frig, microwave, cooktop, and sink. Relax in the courtyard, have your choice of music playing via the Control 4 Smart Home configuration, enjoy the ambiance of the gas fireplace and water trickling from the cast-stone water feature. Open the front doors and into the foyer with Travertine flooring, rounded all wooden w/ iron rod staircase to the right, Formal Living straight ahead (w/ gas fireplace), and massive Formal Dining to the left. To the immediate right of the front doors is the Study / Office, guest bath, and entrance to the Master Suite. The Master retreat enjoys beautiful views overlooking the pool and conservation area. Master Bath has two separate vanities, (one equipped with mark up station), Garden Tub, large shower, and an enormous walk-in master closet. Crown Molding exists throughout the entire home, include all bedrooms, hallways, tray / coffered ceilings, and bathrooms. All of the downstairs main living area consists of Hardwood Flooring. All bedrooms, bonus room, and media room are carpet. The large Kitchen is equipped with center island, all GE Monogram appliances, gas cooktop, vent hood, convention oven, and speed cook microwave. The large breakfast nook is great for quick informal meals! Huge pantry, laundry room, and massive storage room beyond the laundry completes the downstairs. Upstairs consists of 3 bedrooms, all with walk-in closets. Two of the bedrooms have on-suite baths and linen closets. The 3rd bedroom has it's own dedicated bath as well, just outside the bedroom door. The massive Bonus room is a blank canvas and can used to your families needs (currently its a playroom). Beyond the Bonus Room is the Media Room, great for relaxing evenings and enjoying your favorite movies or sporting events. The surround sounds feels like you're in a real movie theatre. The Control 4 Smart Home is also controlled from this room. The Pool / Patio area is absolutely stunning! So much undercover space with Outdoor Kitchen, equipped with stainless cabinetry, granite counters, gas grill, mini frig, and storage. Natural Gas runs the two fireplaces, indoor cooktop, outdoor grill, inline water heaters, and pool / spa heater. Zoned for Steinbrenner High School! Ladera is a privately gated community and offers two community common areas, one with a fishing pier on Lake Merrywater.