5530 DRIFTWOOD DRIVE, Lakeland, FL 33809

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 2,632 sqft

Property Description

Tucked along the peaceful shores of Lake Gibson, this beautifully updated lakefront home invites you to slow down and enjoy the view. From the moment you arrive, it is clear this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a dedicated office has been lovingly maintained and thoughtfully improved, offering timeless charm, modern comfort, and the freedom of no HOA. Inside, natural light fills an open and welcoming floor plan designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The great room and dining space come together around a cozy wood burning fireplace, framed by custom built ins, crown molding, and detailed craftsmanship that adds warmth and character throughout the home. Just beyond, the kitchen serves as the heart of the home with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, rich wood cabinetry, and a cheerful breakfast nook overlooking the yard. A spacious interior laundry room with custom storage adds everyday convenience. The primary suite feels like a private retreat, where French doors open to a quiet patio and stunning lake views. The ensuite bath offers a relaxing garden tub, a separate walk in shower, and two generous closets, including a custom California Closet system. Two additional bedrooms, a full guest bath, and a versatile office provide plenty of space for family, guests, or working from home. One of the home’s most special spaces is the expansive, air conditioned/heated Florida Room, where walls of windows frame breathtaking lake views and create the perfect place to unwind or entertain year round. The possibilities are endless for this space from home gym, bar, homeschool room, game room your choice is yours. Outside, mature landscaping surrounds the property and is maintained with a lake fed irrigation system. A circular driveway, detached storage building with covered porch, and a private dock with covered boat slip complete the lakefront lifestyle. This home sits on over half an acre lot with plenty of room for an amazing lakefront backyard scape of your dreams. With major updates already completed, including a new roof in September 2024, double pane windows, recessed lighting, and updated plumbing and electrical systems, this move in ready home offers peace of mind along with beauty. Ideally located near shopping, dining, recreation, and easy access to I-4, this is lakefront living at its finest. Schedule your private showing and experience it for yourself.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

January 16, 2026

Data Last Updated:

February 10, 2026 at 1:24AM

Listing Office:

LPT REALTY, LLC : 877-366-2213

Listing Agent:

Lindsay Gunter : 941-526-0211

MLS ID:

A4678626

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fans(s)
• Appliances: Built-In OvenCooktopDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
• Laundry: Inside
• Flooring: CarpetCeramic TileWood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Central
• Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplace

Exterior

• General: Storage
• Other Structures: Shed(s)StorageFront PorchDeckRear Porch
• Parking: Circular DrivewayDriveway

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: BlockStuccoOneSlab

Location

• Road/Access: Paved
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Polk

Lot

• Zoning: R-1GIBSON PARK PB 40 PG 8 BLK A LOT 723-27-24-008800-001070
• View: Water

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple