13766 Rustic Dr

North Lake living at its finest. Designer-owned and featured on HGTV, this 2,513-square-foot cottage is the kind of property that comes along once in a generation: beautifully decorated and perfectly positioned to capture the magic of lake living. The home unfolds with a quiet sense of drama. A winding path and steps lead through perennial gardens, to a charming entry. The heart of the home is the comfortable living area with a wall of windows and panoramic views of the lake. The inviting room is lined with bookcases framing the fireplace. A generous center island anchors the room, surrounded by custom cabinetry, designer finishes, and warm, layered detail. The well-appointed kitchen and dining area are sized to host a holiday table or a relaxed dinner party with ease. Move right in! All the furnishings are available to purchase.This 3 bedroom 3 bath, 2,400-square-foot floor plan is as functional as it is beautiful. The walkout lower level offers exceptional flexibility. Ideal as a media or sitting room, a home office, a hobby space, or comfortable accommodations for visiting guests -- it is anchored by its own cozy fireplace. Directly outside the lower level are multiple outdoor living areas, including a dedicated gas firepit patio perfect for unwinding after a day on the water, hosting friends late into the evening.
Step out onto the deck and the lake takes center stage. Mornings here begin with coffee in hand as the early fishing boats drift across the water in search of largemouth bass, bluegill, and perch. Trumpeter swans glide past in pairs, their reflections doubled on the surface. Sandhill cranes call from the wetlands. The view is a living canvas -- culminating each evening in vivid sunsets that reflect across the surface in layers of amber, rose, and gold.
The home is designed for full, year-round lake life. Summer days unfold from your private dock -- swimming, waterskiing, paddleboarding, water volleyball, and tubing -- with happy hour aboard the pontoon as the sun lowers, and stars appear in the wid