17403 ESTES ROAD Step into your paradise in the heart of Lutz, where a private wrought-iron GATED entrance invites you to a retreat nestled on 1.97 acres of greenery, adorned with clusters of oak, palm, and avocado trees. This single-family residence is located within the highly coveted STEINBRENNER High School district. Situated on a corner lot surrounded by a premium PVC privacy fence with dual gates, offering security and peace of mind as it is equipped with 7 perimeter web-based security cameras and motion detectors. Custom-built in 2010, this 1, 920 sq ft home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed split-bedroom floor plan, enhanced with modern updates, including a NEW roof (2023), energy-efficient Impact Low-E double-pane windows (2019), and a 4-ton 16 SEER Trane A/C package with a heat pump (2013), a water filtration system, chlorinator pump, carbon filter (2024), well pump, and pressure tank (2024). The oversized 3-car garage with hurricane-rated doors provides ample storage and functionality. Inside, architectural details such as beveled crown molding, high baseboards, rounded corner bead walls, elevate the home’s elegance, while the open floor plan insures seamless living. The great room is filled with natural light streaming through four large windows and impact French doors with blinds inside the glass, which open to a screened patio, blending indoor and outdoor living spaces. The extended gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring custom 42-inch raised-panel cabinets with crown molding and decorative glass accents, Venetian Gold Granite countertops, a classic backsplash, pot-and-pan drawers, and a high breakfast bar with Tiffany-style pendant lighting. Stainless steel appliances, including a KitchenAid French-door refrigerator (2023), smooth top range, dishwasher, microwave, and a double sink under the window offering sweeping views of the backyard, complete this stunning kitchen. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining room is accented with a tray ceiling, adding a touch of sophistication to every meal. The primary suite is a private retreat offering a deep walk-in closet and a spa-like ensuite bathroom. The ensuite boasts a double vanity with granite countertops, dual sinks, a Jacuzzi soaking tub surrounded by tile, a t iled shower with a contrasting Listello pattern accent and bench seat, glass sliding doors, and a tall linen cabinet for extra storage. Two additional bedrooms provide generous space and ample closet storage. The laundry room is well-appointed with an LG washer and dryer (2021) matching upper cabinets, a storage closet, and a counter for folding clothes. Step outside to a covered veranda with herringbone-patterned brick pavers, perfect for enjoying the serene surroundings of the expansive backyard. With NO HOA and NO Deed Restrictions, this property offers endless possibilities; plenty of room to add a pool, park your RV or boat, or create your dream outdoor oasis. Conveniently located near major thoroughfares, such as US Hwy 41, I-275, I-75, Veterans Expressway, and Dale Mabry Hwy, this home provides easy access to shopping, dining, medical facilities, and essential amenities--Apex Publix, Super Walmart, Aldi, etc. Combining modern luxury with tranquility, this property is ready to welcome you home.