Tucked in the Mediterranean village of Ballastone and set amongst acres of conservation, this Mercedes Homes San Remo model is sure to impress. The largest model of the builder’s luxury collection with barrel tile roof and custom courtyard entry and with six generously sized bedrooms (two on the first floor) and four full bathrooms, flex space in both the media room and the loft and an impressive 2-story great room, the home is an entertainer’s dream! The extra long kitchen features arched entry points and openings to overlook the gathering space. The oversized dinette can take virtually any shape table and chairs and overlooks the lanai. The side by side formal living and dining rooms are nestled off the foyer and adjacent to the kitchen. The primary suite overlooks the backyard and pool area. The en suite bathroom has both a stall shower and soaking tub. Bedroom two is also downstairs and is adjacent to the first floor full bathroom. Two stair entry points take you upstairs to the four additional bedrooms, media room and loft. The home features telescoping sliders to take in the lush tropical landscape. The custom pool and spa has a sun deck with water features and massive deck space for lounge seating as well as table and chairs. The one of a kind courtyard was recently added to the front of the home. Cul-de-sac lot backs to conservation and is completely fenced. Pool area includes additional aluminum flat roof for more coverage. At just under a 1/2 acre, there is still plenty of room for play structures. Mature landscaping offers instant privacy. Additional features include: $75K landscape/hard scape, deluxe fountain, plantings, walkways around house, landscape lighting; converted pool to saltwater; new pool pump 2021; new pool and spa lights and transformer; all new pool valves replaced and upgraded; whole house dehumidifier 2021; Generac Generator, new battery and overhaul 2024; blinds/curtains throughout, including $3k motorized, remote blinds in 2 story Family room; pull-down attic access, flooring and lighting added for extensive storage 2023; fresh paint and/or touch up throughout home; ceiling fans throughout with separate wall fan/light controls added; exterior professionally cleaned, including roof 4/2024; new keyless entry pad and door handle; custom paneled kitchen island; granite counters extended throughout home; new WiFi controlled garage door opener with touchpad; Ethernet hard-wired throughout home; updated lighting inside. Conveniences: elementary school in walking distance; regional outlet mall 10 min away; Shoppes at Wiregrass 25 min away; plenty of dining options along SR54 corridor; Tampa International Airport within 35-40 min drive; US 41, SR 589 and Dale Mabry Highway major arteries all nearby. Suncoast Trail within 10 min drive. Convenient south Pasco community is minutes to Hillsborough County to the south. Schedue your showing today!