Live the lifestyle everyone is searching for in this single-story home in the highly sought-after Heritage Trace community at Crosswater in Nocatee, featuring an open floor plan designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining. The front entrance foyer flows into a great room featuring an 11' tray ceiling and expansive windows overlooking a tropically landscaped, extended paver lanai with beautiful views of the serene pond and preserve. The home's spacious layout with 10' ceilings throughout includes three bedrooms, each with its own private en suite full bathroom, offering privacy and convenience for family and guests alike. At the front of the home, the extended retreat bedroom provides exceptional flexibility and privacy, with enough space to accommodate a home office plus reading nook or sitting area--perfect for today's lifestyle.The home also features a separate flex room that can be used as a large home office, den, or playroom with a custom designed guest half-bath. At the heart of the home, the spacious chef-inspired kitchen shines with quartz countertops, GE Profile appliances, a huge island and gas cooktop. The home offers multiple dining options, including a formal dining area for gatherings and celebrations, as well as a separate breakfast nook ideal for casual meals while enjoying pond and lanai views. At the rear of the home, the large private Master Suite overlooks the pond and includes a sitting area and a spa-inspired bath featuring double vanities and a rain head shower, as well as a generous walk-in closet, complete with custom built-ins. The home has been updated with Plantation shutters, Crown moldings throughout, designer light fixtures, 5" baseboards, and nearly new carpeting in the bedrooms. The large laundry room offers built-in cabinetry, a countertop workspace and a utility sink. The 3-vehicle tandem garage comfortably accommodates two cars, plus a golf cart. It includes abundant overhead storage space, a recently installed epoxy-finished floor, a tool wall for added organization, an EV charging wall outlet, plus dedicated golf cart charging outlet. The home is situated on a 60' lot on a quiet cul-de-sac providing added privacy with an expansive front yard and a long driveway for multi-vehicle parking. Enjoy entertaining with the fully equipped outdoor kitchen featuring a Delta Heat grill and refrigerator, upscale Hot Springs spa and fire pit area. With the lush tropical landscaping and a South facing lanai overlooking the pond, outdoor living is exceptional year-round.