19496 La Serena DR , ESTERO, 33967

Property Description

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged, AI generated or rendered. Welcome to an exceptional **Toll Brothers Diplomat** in Belle Lago, where dramatic architecture, generous living spaces & a private tropical setting come together in one of the community’s most impressive floor plans. From the moment you enter, soaring **22-foot ceilings**, an elegant cascading staircase, marble flooring & towering windows create an immediate sense of scale while filling the home with natural light. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living & extended guests, the approximately **4,300-square-foot** layout features a highly desirable **ground-floor primary suite plus a separate first-floor guest suite**, with 3 additional bedrooms, 2 baths & a spacious loft upstairs.At the heart of the home is a beautifully remodeled kitchen featuring **quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, double ovens, a natural gas cooktop** & abundant cabinetry, opening naturally to the home's expansive gathering spaces. The first-floor primary suite provides a private retreat, while the upstairs loft with hardwood flooring creates an additional living area separating the secondary bedrooms.Outdoor living is equally compelling. Surrounded by lush, mature landscaping, the backyard offers a peaceful sense of privacy with an expansive covered lanai designed for year-round enjoyment. A well-appointed **summer kitchen, natural gas service & generous covered seating and entertaining areas** make the space ideal for the Southwest Florida lifestyle.Significant improvements provide added peace of mind, including a **2021 roof and recently installed impact-resistant windows & doors**, complemented by accordion shutters on select lower-level openings. The home also benefits from Belle Lago's natural gas service and enjoys a preserve setting across the street.Built by Toll Brothers, **Belle Lago** is one of Estero's most distinctive gated communities, offering a resort-style pool & spa, fitness center, clubhouse, 4 Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, bocce, basketball, billiards, playground & scenic nature trails. Residents also have the unique opportunity to obtain a separate membership at **Estero Country Club**, with private golf-cart access connecting the two communities.Ideally positioned in the heart of Estero, Belle Lago provides convenient access to **Coconut Point, Miromar Outlets, Gulf Coast Town Center, FGCU, RSW International Airport** and Southwest Florida's renowned Gulf beaches. **19496 La Serena Drive offers the space and presence of a grand estate, the convenience of extensive storm protection, and a location that puts the best of Estero within easy reach.**