5018 NW 67TH ST Gainesville, FL 32653

One of the prettiest lots in Gainesville, this Tom Spain built home sits on 1.92 acres of amazing Granddaddy Oaks in Thornehill, a gated neighborhood off of Millhopper Road. Thornehill is a tranquil and peaceful neighborhood of 41 executive homesites, all lots a minimum of 1.5 acres. This 2 story french traditional has 4109 heated and cooled sq. ft. with 4 bedrooms, a study, flex room and 3 gas fireplaces. The home has been beautifully updated and has all wood floors including bedrooms and newer roof in 2014. Center hall foyer with staircase features a large formal living room to the right with one of 3 fireplaces, crown molding and plantation shutters on all windows. Formal Dining room opens off of Living Room and features french doors to a lovely courtyard area. The light filled kitchen has all wood cabinets, granite counters, gas cooktop, double wall ovens and large island with prep sink. Bridging the area between the kitchen and family room is a large eat in area with another set of cabinets, perfect for serving, bar area or extra storage. The large family room is centered around the 2nd fireplace and flanked on both sides by built-ins, french doors along one wall with direct views of pool and patio, and the second staircase to upstairs which is very convenient besides the formal stairway in the foyer. A spacious guest room and hall full bath complete the downstairs layout. Upstairs is a gracious owner's suite with 3rd fireplace, tray ceiling, wood floors and plantation shutters on all windows. The owner's bath has been updated with 2 granite topped vanities, one with dressing table area, jetted tub, glass enclosed shower and large walk in closet with custom closet system. Guest bedroom 2 and 3 share a true jack and jill bath and guest room 2 is as large as most owner's suites. A large study is at the far end of the hall and could be 5th bedroom with an armoire or build in a closet. A large bonus or flex room which can be playroom, second office, or gym finishes off the 2nd story. The outdoor area in this home is beyond amazing with travertine pavers, salt pool and spa, stacked stone summer kitchen area and plenty of space for dining all of which overlooks the most magnificent Granddaddy Oak Hammock and small pond beyond. There is also a convenient half bath around the corner of the pool area. Thornehill is one of the few Millhopper Road neighborhoods that has all city services - city water, sewer and natural gas. This home also has a money saving well for irrigation. HVAC systems were updated in 2009 and 2010. This house is a real "home" with all the warmth and personality you could ask for.