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Welcome to Villa Lago, a completely reimagined lakefront residence in Kendalltown offering over 2,000 SF of elevated waterfront living. Soaring ceilings, cedar beams, illuminated floating stairs, and walls of glass create a dramatic sense of space and light. Majestic oaks frame a treehouse-like atmosphere from the chef-inspired kitchen, living, and dining areas, while captivating lake views provide a tranquil backdrop. Cedar ceilings in all three bedrooms, a cedar staircase, 8-foot doors, and space-saving pocket doors reflect thoughtful design.Sun-filled living and dining areas open to an extraordinary private waterfront deck of approximately 400 SF, ideal for alfresco dining, entertaining, and beautiful sunrise views over the lake.The chef-inspired kitchen features a 10-foot island, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, full-height slab backsplash, stainless-steel appliances, and a pot filler.Three bedrooms and 3.5 baths include a versatile ground-floor bedroom/flex suite with a full bath, walk-in closet, and water views.Extensively renovated in 2026 with a new roof, HVAC, electric tankless water heater, upgraded flooring, redesigned baths, and integrated LED lighting.Nestled beneath Kendalltown's mature oak canopy, residents enjoy exceptional amenities including a heated Olympic-size pool, spa, tennis, pickleball, racquetball, fitness center, and clubhouse, with a low monthly HOA.SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. CALL AGENT. Villa Lago is a completely reimagined lakefront residence in Kendalltown, offering over 2,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space in one of Miami’s increasingly rare established waterfront communities.The residence was extensively renovated in 2026 with a focus on architecture, light, functionality and connection to the water. Dramatic interior features include soaring ceilings, architectural cedar beams, illuminated floating stairs, oversized 96-inch interior doors, integrated LED lighting and carefully selected modern finishes throughout.The kitchen serves as the centerpiece of the home, anchored by an impressive 10-foot island with generous seating and workspace. Features include quartz countertops, full-height slab backsplash, custom cabinetry, premium stainless-steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting and modern hardware. The open design allows the kitchen to connect naturally with the main living and entertaining areas.A flexible ground-floor retreat offers a full bath, walk-in closet and peaceful water views, providing exceptional versatility for guests, a home office, additional living space or other uses depending on the buyer’s needs. The remaining living spaces were designed to maximize natural light, volume and views.The bathrooms have been extensively updated with modern fixtures, finishes and thoughtful detailing. Flooring throughout includes porcelain and upgraded laminate, complemented by natural cedar stair elements and clean contemporary trim.The residence has undergone extensive mechanical and structural improvements, including a new roof, new HVAC system, tankless water heating, upgraded lighting, modern air-conditioning grilles and numerous interior improvements completed as part of the 2026 renovation.One of Villa Lago’s most distinctive features is its private waterfront setting. The living area opens directly toward an expansive waterfront deck, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. The deck provides an exceptional setting for dining, entertaining, relaxing and enjoying sunrise views across the lake.The outdoor area is enhanced by lush Zoysia grass and a direct visual connection to the water, creating a peaceful residential setting that feels removed from the surrounding city. The waterfront connects into a larger system of waterways leading toward the bay, adding to the unique character of the property.Villa Lago is located within Kendalltown, an established community known for its magnificent canopy of mature oak trees, lush landscaping and distinctive neighborhood character. Communities with this combination of mature trees, waterfront homes, generous green space and resort-style amenities have become increasingly difficult to find in Miami.Community amenities include a large swimming pool, separate Jacuzzi/spa area and recreational facilities that contribute to the resort-like atmosphere of Kendalltown while preserving the feel of a mature residential neighborhood.Additional residence features include modern recessed lighting, integrated architectural lighting, upgraded electrical finishes, contemporary doors and trim, premium plumbing fixtures, extensive kitchen and bath improvements and numerous carefully considered design details throughout.The property also benefits from dedicated parking directly associated with the residence, along with additional community and guest parking.Villa Lago was designed to offer more than a renovated interior. The combination of water, architecture, mature landscaping, volume, natural light and outdoor living creates a residence with a sense of place that is difficult to replicate with newer construction.From the cedar architectural elements and floating stairs to the oversized doors, ambient LED lighting, waterfront deck and tranquil lake views, the details were selected to create a home that feels sophisticated, comfortable and connected to its surroundings.The result is a distinctive Miami waterfront residence that blends the character of an established neighborhood with the finishes and conveniences of a modern renovation.This isn’t a resort. It’s home.

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10453 SW 78th Street, Miami, FL 33173