Welcome to this gracious Southern home inviting you to peek inside! As you approach the expanded driveway, take time to notice the attractive round, bronze gutters, header boxes and downspouts routed into underground piping to facilitate natural drainage. The attractive, paved side aqueduct coaxes rainwater to the street and contributes to an abundance of curb appeal. The entry portal leads into an upgraded Meritage-built home, greeting visitors with a soaring two-story foyer. Crown molding and custom millwork blend seamlessly with the upgraded shaker cabinetry throughout. An interesting use of space utilization creates a warm open floorplan conducive to entertainment. Remote professionals will discover a private study tucked away behind the foyer. Both levels of this home are sheathed in Mohawk wire-brushed engineered hardwood flooring trimmed with tall baseboard. Recent professional paint throughout, a 2019 kitchen renovation with hand-selected tile, double ovens, undercounter lighting, Kohler porcelain 70/30 sink, massive island, custom chef's pantry and recipe desk encourage creative culinary productions. Your arrival at the top of the upgraded oak-clad staircase reveals an inviting family room, complete with entertainment and fitness options. All bedrooms and utility space radiate out from the family room. Return to the main floor and step through the French doors to the enormous, paved and screened lanai…adding an entire “room” to this expansive home. Enjoy morning coffee overlooking the blooming magnolia tree and abundant, private green space surrounded by 9' enclosures. From a utilitarian perspective, commercial impact resistant film has been professionally applied to all windows and French Door glass, to enhance security and storm protection. Commercial locks have been installed on exterior doors. The spacious garage includes overhead storage and heavy-duty wall cabinetry set off by epoxy floors. Custom, plantation shutters cover most windows. Lastly…the location of this home is unparalleled in Seminole County. Five suburban cities are within 10 minutes or less, SunRail is 1.5 miles, hiking and biking trails both current and planned are nearby, Highlands Elementary is a short walk and the beach is less than an hour. Nearby State Road 417 and I4 provide freeway access to Central Florida and beyond. Thank you for your visit!