$885,000

Privacy in Pine Forest! ~ Tucked away on 2.91 wooded acres beneath towering Loblolly pines, this beautifully crafted Modern Craftsman offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. Built in 2017, this stone/stucco home features 2,656 SF with 3 bedrooms, office/study, and 2.5 baths designed for comfortable living and entertaining. The open floor plan is filled with natural light and showcases engineered hardwood and tile floors, crown molding, and custom Roman shades. The chef’s kitchen features quartz counters, oversized island with walnut base, breakfast bar, custom walnut range hood, premium KitchenAid stainless appliances and an abundance of soft-close drawers. The great room offers wood ceilings, built-in walnut cabinets, surround sound, and sliding doors opening to the covered back porch for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The spacious primary suite is a private retreat with porch access, wooden coffered ceilings, dual vanities, soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, and two walk-in closets. The office/study features built-in partner desks, bookcases and storage. Outdoor living shines with front and back covered porches The back porch includes a stone wood-burning fireplace and is wired for a future Jacuzzi. The backyard is fully fenced with wrought iron gates and includes a sparkling in-ground pool with bubblers, xeriscape landscaping, and peaceful wooded views and abundant wildlife. A 1.91-acre wildlife exemption supports Houston toad habitat. A major highlight is the high-efficiency 24 SEER Carrier Infinity Greenspeed system with WIFI thermostat, zoning, energy recovery ventilation, and UV purification—delivering exceptional comfort while significantly reducing monthly utility costs, a rare advantage for a home of this size. Additional features include a rare 5-car garage (2-car attached + 3-car detached) ideal for workshop, gym, or collector use, a concrete bridge entry over a scenic dry creek, and a rainwater collection system with 1,000-gallon cistern.