Florida, Alachua County, Gainesville, USA

Elegance abounds in this custom-built 5-bedroom 4-bath executive pool home in the Estates of Wilds Plantation. A broad walkway of pavers leads to the oversized double glass entry doors that open onto the foyer. The great room has trey ceilings, crown moldings, recessed can lighting, a large tiled fireplace and sliding glass doors that allow full access to the screened pool area. The large open kitchen is a chef's delight, with wood cabinets and granite counter tops. A large central island and a wrap-around breakfast bar that seats eight, provide abundant space for meal preparation and casual dining. Deep drawers and pull-out shelves provide ample storage for dishes, utensils, pots and pans. The stainless-steel refrigerator/freezer, double wall ovens, 5 burner gas cooktop, dishwasher and microwave are all Thermador appliances. An alcove, adjacent to the dining area, has a wine refrigerator and storage for bar supplies. The house has a three-way split plan, providing maximum privacy for family members and overnight guests. The owner's suite boasts two over-sized walk-in closets, with built-in shelves and drawers. There is also an alcove with space for a love seat, a writing desk or exercise equipment. The luxurious bathroom has dual vanities, a large walk-in shower with multiple shower heads, and an inviting soaking tub. The second and third bedrooms share a bathroom, as do the fourth and fifth bedrooms. The fifth bedroom could also be a game room or a large home office. A private study is accessed through French doors near the front of the house and is adjacent to a guest bathroom. The utility room has an entire wall of counters and cabinets, a laundry sink, built-in ironing board and a Whirlpool washer and dryer. There's a "drop area" for jackets, backpacks, and sports equipment as you approach the 3-car garage. A quiet luxury abounds in the screened pool area, with an outdoor kitchen, complete with refrigerator sink and gas grill, and a covered space for lounging and dining. Patio pavers surround the hot tub and pool, which has a "current generator" that allows you to swim in place. The house is surrounded by lush landscaping, with many flowering trees and shrubs, and a dense screen of vegetation along the rear of the property. The Estates of Wilds Plantation is just a few minutes away from shopping and Lawton Chiles Elementary school, and conveniently located to North Florida Regional Medical Center, the University of Florida and the UF Medical Center.