16616 Villalenda De Avila Tampa, 33613

This magnificent, privately-gated 3-story brick mansion on a spectacular 10-acre site along the shores of the only ski-sized lake in Avila is an architectural masterpiece that reflects a timeless elegance both outside & throughout the 15,547 sq ft of sun-drenched interior spaces, providing a level of sophistication & comfort that perfectly accommodates moments of private relaxation, as well as spectacular occasions of entertainment, from parties & weddings to family reunions or charity events. The main house features an extensive brick-pavered circular drive & motor court, stone columns, fountain, 7 bedrooms, 6 full baths, 2 half baths, 6 fireplaces, a richly-paneled library w/ coffered ceilings, impressive center-island gourmet kitchen w/ butler's pantry & adjacent massive family room w/ 2-story half-barrel ceiling, conversation room w/ full bar, raised game room, exercise loft, marvelous master suite w/ whirlpool & sauna, marble & hardwood flooring, plantation shutters, art niches, 6-vehicle garages, 2-car porte-cochere, golf cart garage & private wing w/ separate CEO boardroom, 2 studios, computer loft, maid's quarters, groundskeeper room, pool, tennis court, lakeside gazebo & boat dock. The guest house overlooking the pool, spa & lake features kitchen, living room, bedroom & full bath + pool bath, summer kitchen & entertainment pavilion. This rare estate w/ exceptional privacy & superb vistas of sweeping grounds, lake & forest will generate a lifetime of joyful occasions & wonderful memories.