Your private boutique backyard sanctuary awaits in the prestigious community of Palencia! This meticulously maintained, move-in ready, single-story Pulte pool home offers three bedrooms, two full baths and an extended two-car garage. Home sits on one of the most coveted premium lots at the end of a cul de sac road. Originally built with the builder's luxury package, it has been lovingly lived in and transformed by the original owners into a true custom residence. It blends thoughtful function, high-end finishes, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The showstopper is the fully fenced backyard oasis, which features a perfectly centered, heated, 10,000-gallon saltwater pool and an expansive ~1600 sq ft screened lanai that is surrounded by palm trees and breathtaking views of tall pines, mature palms, flowering bottlebrush, and a protected preserve. You will be greeted by this ''wow'' view from nearly every angle of the main living spaces thanks for the soaring, dual-side-access triple sliding glass doors. The backyard oasis features: · Herringbone-patterned travertine decking on a solid concrete base · 20' x 40' screen enclosure · Pebble-tiled outdoor shower with hot water, handheld, and rain showerheads · Natural gas hookup for grilling under the lanai plus a separate rear grilling deck with electricity and water · Extra-large side yard perfect for pets or play As you step inside, you will be greeted by unobstructed views of the pool and backyard oasis, The heart of the home is the sophisticate, open-concept floor plan and its dramatically expanded kitchen--which has been renovated to nearly double its original size--is designed for both everyday convenience and effortless entertaining and includes: · Solid wood cabinets with dovetailed, slow-close drawers · Pull-out cabinets for spices, gadgets, pots/pans, and garbage/recycling · Stainless steel appliances including a built-in counter-depth refrigerator and vented hood over an electric range (with a plug-and-play natural gas bib already installed behind it) · Upgraded quartz countertops with open-concept bar seating and a built-in breakfast nook/table Additional owner-added luxuries include a 4-foot garage extension with wall-mounted storage cabinets, two custom closets in garage, non-skid flooring, and attic stairs leading to a massive storage room. Also includes a professionally designed sprinkler system fed by a 500-foot artesian well for clean, rust-free, low-cost watering. Flooring is also upgraded to porcelain wood-plank tile and premium 100% Triexta carpet (recently replaced). Primary en suite features a thoughtfully upgraded super shower, separate water closet, dual vanities, and custom storage. The walk-in closet is professionally designed with soft close drawers and generous shelving. The guest bedroom doubles as an office with a built-in desk, wall cabinets, and a queen-sized Murphy bed. The laundry room is beautifully and smartly upgraded with cabinets, countertops, and a sink. As part of the exclusive Palencia community, you will enjoy world-class amenities and resort-style living, including: three community pools (one of them is a heated Olympic-sized lap pool), 30+ acres of parks, 10 miles of trails, a stunning mile long boardwalk to a private intracoastal fishing pier, 18 holes of championship golf, (golf membership required), a 10-acre athletic complex, tennis and pickleball courts, a Pirate Park, a dog park and a world-class fitness center--complete with a Zen Room, steam rooms, saunas, and a full schedule of group fitness and wellness classes. You are minutes from historic downtown St. Augustine and world-class white sandy beaches. Convenient to I-95 corridor. Nearby shopping and dining includes Publix, Starbucks, and Market Street's charming village shops. Plus, top-rated A+ St. Johns County schools. Schedule your private showing today and see why this is more than a home, it's a lifestyle!