Under contract-accepting backup offers. This exquisite 5-bedroom, 3-bath estate home with a study is nestled on a fully fenced 1.44-acre corner lot in the coveted Haile Plantation community. The property boasts an enchanting exterior with meticulously maintained landscaping, a charming front porch complete with a gazebo, and a spacious rear screened porch featuring elegant wood decking that overlooks a tranquil old-growth forest. Inside, the home showcases a thoughtfully designed 3-way split floorplan. The main level includes a formal dining room, a versatile bonus room that can be used as an office, and a spacious kitchen outfitted with stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and quartz countertops. The kitchen seamlessly flows into a cozy family room with a gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. This level also features a luxurious owner’s suite, a separate guest room with an adjacent bath ideal for use as a private retreat, an indoor laundry room, and a three-car garage. Upstairs, you'll find a flexible space perfect for various uses, ample storage, and two guest rooms that share a Jack & Jill bath. Recent updates enhance both efficiency and style, including the replacement of both A/C units in 2018, new wood decking on the rear porch, a new roof, and a new kitchen sink in 2020, as well as the addition of quartz countertops in the guest bath, master bath, and kitchen. In 2021, new tile flooring was installed in the guest bath. This home offers a peaceful, quiet setting while being conveniently located just minutes from Publix, Shands, and the University of Florida.

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