Under contract-accepting backup offers. EXCEPTIONAL - UPDATED LAKEFRONT POOL HOME ON 1.6 ACRES WITH 14 x 22 DETACHED WORKSHOP IN THE COVETED LAURELS OF MOUNT DORA COMMUNITY. Welcome home to paradise; this special community offers a tranquil setting with lovely homes on large parcels of land graced with mature trees and picturesque views of Lake Angelina. The ‘vibe’ found here is welcoming and invites you to slow down, relax, have fun, and enjoy the beauty all around. Arrive home and be greeted with attractive curb appeal comprised of a lush lawn, mature landscape, swaying palms, and gentle breezes, perfectly framing the home’s attractive stucco façade with a gabled roof and covered front entry. A spacious driveway and 2-car side-entry garage provide abundant parking for family and friends. A paved path leads you to the exquisite leaded-glass front door. It beckons you inside to find a welcoming interior offering a comfortable, casual elegance rich in natural sunlight, quality craftsmanship, and custom features. The current owners updated the roof, A/C, septic, well, appliances, flooring, and interior/exterior paint within the last few years. Have peace of mind knowing this home is lovingly cared for, making it completely move-in ready for you. The inviting front foyer is practical and attractive, with features like a convenient storage/coat closet, durable tile flooring, soaring ceilings, and double-arched doorway openings. It is also the launching point for exploring this lovely home. A pleasing neutral color palette for the walls, along with wood laminate and tile flooring in living areas and carpet in the bedrooms, provides continuity and warmth. Flanking the foyer left is the formal dining room with a custom octagon tray ceiling and expansive arched windows. What a wonderful space for hosting your family holiday meals and celebrations. To the right of the foyer is the living room with large windows and crown molding. The open-concept family room/kitchen area will surely be the heart of your family’s home, with vaulted ceilings and plenty of space to entertain or enjoy a cozy family movie night. The well-appointed kitchen offers custom wood cabinetry finished with granite counters and stainless appliances, including double ovens, a center prep island, a walk-in pantry, a breakfast bar, and a pool-view dining nook. Glass doors open onto the covered/screened pool lanai perfect for outdoor fun and relaxation. The split bedroom floor plan affords much privacy. The spacious primary suite has large windows for pristine lake views and a convenient pool access door. The ensuite offers dual walk-in closets, two separate sink vanities, a tiled shower, and a jetted soaking tub. Adjacent is the laundry room with a sink and storage cabinetry. Two guest bedrooms share the updated full hallway bathroom with tub/shower and pool lanai access. Enjoy your idyllic backyard oasis, perfect for summer pool parties or relaxing in nature. A summer kitchen and plenty of covered lounging space are under the screened pool enclosure. The rock waterfall flowing into the pool, tropical plantings, and unobstructed Lake Angelina views with no rear neighbors are pure bliss! The backyard separate workshop with a 6’8” rolltop door is convenient for storage or a hobby space. Quaint and charming historic downtown Mount Dora is only 3 miles away. Approximately 1 hour drive to Orlando International Airport, Walt Disney, and East Coast beaches.