Welcome to the picturesque Town of Southwest Ranches, known for its strong equestrian influence, multi-million dollars ranches and luxurious estate homes. The area sits quietly in the Southwest part of Broward County, with quick access to I-75, 595, I-95, the Sawgrass Expressway and the Florida Turnpike. Less than 5 minutes west is the city of Weston and its beautiful Town Center offering and array of fabulous restaurants and specialty shops. The schools in the area are A rated in both the public and private sectors. This gorgeous property is located in the exclusive community of Sunshine Ranches zoned for minimum lots of 2.5 acres. The community strives to preserve its authentic rural lifestyle where horse trails replace sidewalks and golf carts are the transportation of choice to go grocery shopping, around the block. This Mexican Style Hacienda estate takes you from the onset.Built in 1979, the home underwent major remodeling in 2006 to include new S barrel tile roof, new 5 tons A C unit, new drain field and wide spread irrigation system. Extensive refurbishing works were done inside to maintain yesterdays authenticity while combining todays modernism. An elegant wrought iron electrical gate with intercom system greets your arrival. Original decorative brick pavers underfoot the generous front courtyard. Bright Bougainvilleas, stone cast running water fall and authentic solid wood arched front doors welcome your entrance. Once inside, the first sight is of an extended foyer which artfully bridges the formal rooms to the bedrooms wing. The sunken living room reveals solid wood flooring, open beam vaulted ceilings, wood burning fireplace and custom built-in book casing. Adjacent, a custom wrought iron wood rail defines the upper formal dining room area.Rich wood glass French doors transitions the dining area to the family room. Notice that every room is appointed with designer light fixtures and ceiling fans with remote control. The spacious gourmet kitchen reveals solid Oak wood cabinetry, granite counter top, tumble stone backsplash, decorative glass doors, pull outs and upgraded stainless steel appliances. Two large wood stained glass storage pantries add functionality. A pass thru bar connects to the family room. Generous, the family room is suitable for a pool table and T V room. Two oversized sliders overlook the pool deck patio. The custom built freeform pool and deck is framed with brick pavers and the pool showcases mosaic tiled design inserts. The upper deck has outdoor Mexican tiles and gazebos. Further behind sits your own professional equestrian center. This one of a kind, fully automated 6 stalls barn is signed Barnster.A tack room, 3 wash racks with hose and wash mats, and training paddocks with professional wood jump sets are part of the property. The 4 bedrooms and three full baths split in two sections. The west side, hosts the master suite, and two large guest rooms, all completed with laminated wood floors and spacious built-in closets, with two walking in the master. Totally remodeled, the Italian imported Priele spa designer master bath and guest bath feature contemporary glass mold-in bowl sinks vanity, imported chrome fixtures and wall mounted mirrors. Both have seamless glass shower with Priele massaging multi-shower heads fixtures. The fourth guest room and bath wing sits opposite along the eastern hallway. Find the Maytag laundry room with tub tucked in between. Very private and spacious, this bedroom has its own sliding glass door access to the backyard. PRE-QUALIFIED BUYERS INVITED! View Virtual Tour Id # 70617. |