Welcome to the highly sought-after Belle Mer! This beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with lake views offers an open-concept floor plan ideal for entertaining, with a spacious Great Room and Dining Room flowing into the chef's kitchen. The kitchen features Level 3 cabinetry with crown molding, quartz countertops, Daltile backsplash, Whirlpool stainless steel double-oven gas range, vented microwave, dishwasher, custom pendant lighting, bronze fixtures, and REV Wood laminate flooring. A cozy nook provides flexible space for dining, reading, or relaxing. Enjoy outdoor living with an oversized screened-in rear porch with solar shades, lake views, and an additional patio perfect for grilling and entertaining. Elegant travertine tile enhances the front and rear porches. The 3-car garage includes a climate-controlled workshop bay, and the foyer showcases an upgraded transom window, crown molding, chair rail, picture molding, and wainscoting. The primary suite features REV Wood flooring, a bay window, barn doors, and a spa-inspired bathroom with a glass-enclosed walk-in tile shower, built-in bench, rain shower head, double vanity, custom lighting, and a large walk-in closet. Bedrooms two and three share a full bathroom. Additional upgrades include hurricane-protection window screens, faux wood blinds, gutters, irrigation system, 5.25 baseboards, tankless Rinnai natural gas water heater, and natural gas cooking. This Energy Star Certified, Indoor airPLUS EPA-qualified home includes a Broan ERV Fresh Air System for improved comfort, indoor air quality, and energy efficiency. Enjoy Belle Mer's resort-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse, fitness center, and sidewalks, all in a prime location east of Hwy 17 Bypass - just 2.5 miles to the beach, golf-cart friendly, and less than a mile to major retail outlets, exceptional shopping, and dining.