1244 E Lake Colony Dr, Maitland, FL 32751

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Priced for quick sale! Modern, mediterranean lakefront residence in one of Maitlands most desirable GATED communities, positioned on a private cul-de-sac atop a natural rise. Set on over 1.3 acres with approximately 179 feet of frontage on Lake Jackson (ski lake), the property offers a rare combination of elevation, privacy and expansive water views in a central Maitland location with quick access to I-4, downtown Maitland and Park Avenue, Winter Park. Lake Colony Estates is conveniently located across the street from Orangewood School. The home was custom built by Keith Groninger, a 10-time Parade of Homes winner.nnA tree-lined drive leads to a paved driveway and a welcoming entry with imported hand-crafted 8-foot wood doors and tile roof. Inside, the foyer opens to a dramatic great room with 20-foot cathedral ceilings, clerestory windows and a floor-to-ceiling wood burning fireplace, butlers pantry and wet bar. The home has been refreshed with white interior paint, enhancing the natural light and giving the interiors a timeless backdrop.nnThe gourmet kitchen is designed for both function and gathering, featuring 3cm granite countertops, a large island, 5-burner gas cooktop with custom stone and mortar arch detail, tumbled marble backsplash and vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams sourced from Pennsylvania. Expansive lake-facing pocketing windows frame Lake Jackson and open the chefs kitchen to the screened porch for effortless out