$1,625,000

GORGEOUS Upgraded POOL Home with a PRIVATE Backyard Sanctuary in the COVETED Fountainwood neighborhood! Ideally located on a cul-de-sac, this 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom residence offers 2,347 Sq Ft of beautifully upgraded living space with fantastic curb appeal enhanced by a paver-stone driveway and sprawling grass lawns.A multi-colored paver-stone GATED front courtyard welcomes you with charming landscaping and creates an inviting entry to the home. Inside, upgraded double doors introduce the STELLAR ''Tuff Rock'' wood-like flooring found throughout the downstairs while showcasing a GORGEOUS redone staircase featuring solid wrought iron spindles and an upgraded banister. The Living Room serves as a fantastic media or gathering space with plantation shuttered windows overlooking the courtyard, built-in JBL ceiling speakers, crown molding, and upgraded baseboards. The wall between the Living Room and staircase has been EXTENDED to provide an ideal space for an entertainment center.The Family Room is BRIGHT from tall windows and sliding glass doors overlooking the backyard and features motorized window treatments, built-in JBL ceiling speakers, and a HANDSOME fireplace with grand stone hearth and mantle. The Kitchen has been NEWLY & COMPLETELY remodeled to showcase gorgeous Quartzite countertops, high-end ''Andrews Fine Cabinets and Millworks'' soft-close cabinetry and extra-deep drawers, a LONG quartzite-topped center island with breakfast bar seating, pantry with pull-out shelving, and stainless-steel appliances including an LG 5-burner gas range, LG built-in microwave, and a Kraus sink beneath windows with motorized shades. The Dining Room has been OPENED to the Kitchen to create a seamless flow from Living Room to Kitchen and enjoys recessed lighting and sliding glass doors with motorized window treatments.A roomy Downstairs Bedroom features high-end 1.75'' double doors, sliding glass doors to the side yard, step-in closet, ceiling fan, and a continuation of the upgraded flooring. The neighboring Downstairs Bathroom has been upgraded with ceramic tile flooring, granite-topped vanity, and a REDONE shower with frameless glass doors.Upstairs, NEW plush carpet runs throughout the hallway and bedrooms. Three Secondary Bedrooms offer generous space with mirrored wardrobe closets, plantation shuttered windows, and ceiling fans. The Primary Suite is a TRUE retreat featuring new carpet, a DEEP walk-in closet with double doors, and sliding glass doors to a private balcony overlooking the backyard. The Primary Bathroom includes a granite-topped vanity, ceramic tile flooring, and a separate water room with a REDONE shower matching the downstairs bath.The backyard is a COMPLETELY PRIVATE oasis framed by tropical vegetation and highlighted by a glimmering pool and spa, stamped colored concrete patios, and a high-quality patio cover with skylights and ceiling fans. Grape vines, bamboo, and banana trees create a lush, vacation-like setting. A wide side yard with flagstone surfacing adds additional outdoor space.A directly accessible 3-car garage is currently configured as a music studio but may be easily converted back to a garage and offers finished walls, painted ceilings, carpet flooring, and extensive rafter storage accessed via a pull-down staircase.Additional highlights include gorgeous upgraded 1.75'' interior doors, dual-paned windows throughout, modern hidden tilt-rod plantation shutters, upgraded crown molding and baseboards, and a newer furnace.Located near fantastic hiking trails, award-winning schools and close to Mae Boyar Park, Brookside Elementary, Sumac Elementary, and shopping center.