Welcome to this customized Craftsman Arbordale Grand model home in the highly sought-after community of Starkey Ranch. This exquisite open floorplan home boasts a stunning pool with a waterfall feature, four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a bonus room, an office nook, and a 2-car garage measuring 2,885 square feet. Upgraded luxury finishes extend throughout the home, and custom landscaping greets you as you enter from the charming paver walkway and front porch. The wide two-story foyer features a grand staircase adorned with beautifully upgraded railings and a shiplap wall that gracefully ascends to the second floor. The great room has a gorgeous fireplace wall with built-in shelving and a custom accent wall with views extending onto a large covered lanai through a triple sliding glass door looking at the pool with a waterfall feature, creating a harmonious indoor/outdoor living space perfect for relaxation and entertainment. The adjacent dining area ties in the same decorative accent wall and shiplap along with a craftsman tray ceiling accent with crown molding throughout the main floor. The gourmet kitchen is a masterpiece, featuring upgraded 42″ white shaker cabinets, quartz counters, and a large eat-in island wrapped with grey shaker paneled accents with custom lighting and a stainless sink. Premium appliances, including a French door refrigerator, walk-in pantry, upgraded natural gas range and microwave vented to the outside, and a subway-tiled backsplash. The kitchen effortlessly flows into a separate planning center/office space, an ideal oasis for remote work finished with cabinetry for a desk and extra storage. A custom built-in dry bar has a beverage refrigerator, shelving, and storage. Easy access to a spacious laundry room with more built-in shelving, a washer, and a dryer. The master suite beckons with a board and batten feature wall, an oversized ensuite with dual sinks, an elongated shower featuring a comfortable seat, an enormous walk-in closet, and more feature woodwork. Two secondary main-floor bedrooms, each with decorative wood accent walls, share a bathroom. Upstairs, an extra-large bonus room accompanied by an additional storage room, a generously proportioned bedroom, and a full bathroom. From 8’ doors that exude elegance and Sherwin Williams paint that creates an inviting ambiance to whole-home blinds, Low-E dual pane vinyl windows, and a radiant barrier roof sheeting for energy savings – every detail has been meticulously considered. A steel raised-panel garage with two remotes ensures secure parking. At the same time, the reclaimed irrigation system with St. Augustine sod and hurricane shutters provides both beauty and safety. The backyard is fully fenced and features easy-to-care-for turf and more custom landscaping. Modern efficiency, as evidenced by LED trim recessed fixtures illuminating the space, a tankless gas hot water heater, and thoughtful details like ThermaTru Exterior doors, Schlage door hardware, Taexx built-in pest defense, and gutters that grace the entire home. Access to the pool, dog park, playground, and BBQ just a few blocks away, while 22 miles of trails, community pools, playgrounds, and parks await your exploration. Starkey Wilderness Preserve is your backyard playground, encompassing 800 acres of conservation. A new Publix, bank, shops, a future K-8 school, and public library are all within arm’s reach, making this the ultimate in convenience. Virtual Tour: https://bit.ly/3Xu02o8