8359 Grey Bark COURT

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this incredible Custom Arthur Rutenberg single story home nestled on the Markham Woods Corridor – a prestigious area of Sanford Florida -- within a private 24-hour guard-gated community. This extraordinary home, with 3,566 heated square feet, features five generously sized bedrooms and one large Library/Home Office. Three full baths., and a screened pool and Lanai, all situated on a beautiful prime cul-de-sac, 1 acre + lot in the sought-after River Crest community. As you enter the home, you are greeted by soaring ceilings in the formal living room and formal dining room which are the perfect setting for large gatherings. From the formal living, dining room, family room and Master bedroom areas you have access (sliders) to the covered Lanai and pool area, which makes entertaining a dream come true. The gourmet custom kitchen, features granite counters, oversized center kitchen island, soaring ceiling, stainless steel appliances with gas cooktop, oven, and drawer microwave. Kitchen also features, custom built-in 42" cabinetry with abundant storage space and a large walk-in pantry. Your custom gourmet kitchen overlooks the large family room. Sliding doors open to the back porch patio giving you and your guests additional outdoor living space. The master bedroom suite is the perfect retreat featuring a sitting area and sliding doors with access to the back porch patio. In the master bedroom, there are two oversized walk-in closets. Relax in the master bathroom spa-like master bath, and spa-like shower. The fifth bedroom is currently used as a home Gym but would make excellent game room as well. The treed, one acre + conservation lot on this home with privacy from all directions, at this price point, cannot be found with new construction in the area. This conservation lot boasts a large outdoor entertaining area as well, with a stone floor, fire pit, waterfall, kids’ playground, and outdoor shower. The community has tennis courts, kayak storage and dock on the Wekiva River. This stunning home is zoned for the best schools in Seminole County and resides within easy access to walking and biking trails, shopping and dining, multiple regional hospitals, attractions, beaches, and easy access to I4 and the 417/429 beltways. Other Area highlights: • Private neighborhood dock on Wekiva river with kayak storage. • Backyard access to Wekiwa trail (0.25 mi from river, and in other direction, 15 miles of walking / biking paved trails. • 3 miles bike trail to Colonial Town Park strip with movie theater, restaurants, gym, kids’ classes and entertainment. • Direct access to mountain bike trail system with fun-park. • Sports complex next door - 1 mile from Seminole soccer complex and lake sylvan recreation park with tennis courts/classes. • House situated next to Nature/hiking trails and nature preserve; top rated hike in Sanford is 10 mins away. Make an appointment to see this beautiful house.