Spotless executive level pool in South Lakeland's gated community of Highlands By The Lake! Set on a large half acre lot this custom and extremely well maintained home features lots of updating throughout, high end finishes and details, great outdoor living and close proximity to the Polk Parkway for easy Orlando and Tampa commutes. This home features four bedrooms, three full baths, and a spacious interior designed to accommodate both daily living and entertaining. The entry leads into an inviting interior with elevated ceilings, natural light, and no carpet anywhere in the house. The great room is accented by a recessed lit double tray ceiling, a wall of double paned sliders overlooking the pool and room for oversized furniture. The kitchen was completely remodeled in 2021 with beautiful custom cabinetry, granite counters, a breakfast bar, double ovens, a wine chiller, and ample prep and storage space. The first floor primary suite is nicely sized with a sitting area, pool lanai access, two walk in closets, and a newly remodeled primary bath with custom handcrafted cabinetry, elegant quartz vanities, a relaxing soaking tub, and a tiled walk in shower. Adjacent to the primary suite is an office/4th bedroom that works well for remote work, guests, or nursery use. A second main level bedroom sits near the newly remodeled guest bath featuring porcelain tile, a quartz vanity, and a tub/shower combination. Making your way upstairs, you'll find another full living space with a family/tv room, a comfortably sized bedroom and another full bath with slate flooring and slate tiled walk in shower. The walk in attic and has been framed and designed for additional expansion and storage. The home's outdoor area features a private pool with a tranquil waterfall, a covered lanai with a TV connections, and space suited for relaxing or casual gatherings. The fenced backyard is ideal for pets, family and privacy. This home is like brand new with meticulous maintenance and recent improvements including new double paned windows and sliders (2023), a composite front door (2023), two new AC units (2022 & 2023), a new roof (2018), and remodeled bathrooms (2024 and 2025). The home also offers a large laundry room, a side entry three car garage with significant storage, generous parking, and a fenced yard. Highlands By The Lake provides gated access along with a clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, and a community pool. The Lakeland area offers lakes for fishing and boating, golf courses, parks, trails, well regarded schools, libraries, boutique shopping, restaurants, breweries, and year round community events. Travel is convenient with Lakeland Linder International Airport offering commercial service and Tampa and Orlando international airports both less than an hour away.