This home has literally been featured in "House Beautiful" magazine! Owners are sad to leave but have been relocated prefer an October closing. Reminiscent of a Southern Plantation, you will find this exceptional home will please even the most discriminating buyer.Located on a cul-de-sac, this premier offering has impressive curb appeal. The front entry includes an over-sized brick patio and steps for your guests. Upon entering this classically elegant 2-story foyer, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors t/o the first floor. To the right you can see into the formal receiving room which offers a gas fireplace w/marble surround. Moving into the family rm, you'll enjoy the special luxury of another fireplace, this one w/full floor to ceiling brick, custom built-ins, wet bar, beamed ceilings, & tile floors with radiant heat; all overlooking the custom pool area out back. Tons of natural light flood this room because of the expanse of windows overlooking the outdoor paradise which awaits you. The large formal dining room, sized for a crowd, is also easily accessible to the haven of relaxation out back. You'll also find a convenient first floor office for your personal or business needs. The gourmet kitchen offers a true "house beautiful" experience. Not only beautiful, but also functional, it comes complete with an 8-seat built in breakfast area, an island with built-ins & granite counters t/out, subzero refrigerator, built in pantry, custom shelving, under counter lighting, Bosch dishwasher, built-in double oven, D cor cooktop with custom backsplash & built ins, and a door to your private back patio; you will never want to leave this room! The 1st floor powder room has granite counters & wainscoting t/o. Continuing the hardwood floors upstairs, you'll find a main BR and over-sized closet like you've never seen! The main BR bath has a claw-foot tub & spa steam shower along with radiant heat floors, double vanities & custom stained glass windows! Two of the upstairs bedrooms enjoy a Jack & Jill bath, built ins, & walk in closets. The bsmt offers a large rec room w/ built-ins, wood burning stove, wainscoting, full bath & custom pub bar. Saving the best for last, this home has a one-of-a-kind back yard with custom L-shaped, salt water, Gunite pool w/diving board, hot tub, cement decking & brick accents. And don't forget the covered patio overlooking this paradise! Too much more here to mention. See it now