BUYER COULDN'T FULFILL CONTRACT CONTINGENCIES - THEIR LOSS IS YOUR GAIN! JAW-DROPPING 5 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM PLUS DEN/OFFICE POOL HOME, situated on a IMPECCABLY LANDSCAPED LARGE CORNER LOT in the highly desirable GATED Preserve at Lake Thomas. This TASTEFULLY UPDATED former model home has everything you could ask for and more! ABOUND WITH UPGRADES AND UPSCALE ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS - including high & tray ceilings, archways, tasteful accent walls and large windows with plantation shutters, giving the home an elegant touch of grandeur at every turn! The BOUNTY OF NATURAL LIGHT superbly complements the HIGH CEILINGS and highlights the STUNNING BRAZILIAN PECAN WOOD FLOORS and the BEAUTIFUL COLOR PALETTE OF FRESH PAINT. This exquisite abode offers the ULTIMATE FLOOR PLAN - the OPEN AND AIRY MAIN LIVING AREAS are centered around the UNSURPASSED OUTDOOR LIVING AND POOL/SPA AREAS, while the SPLIT BEDROOMS offer privacy for all. As you open the stately front door, you'll be floored by the superb formal dining room that leads into the GIANT FAMILY ROOM and KITCHEN WITH ADDITIONAL DINING NOOK, overlooking the EXTENDED LANAI and SERENE POOL VIEW. To the left of the front entry, is a home office/den and a private bedroom suite and bathroom separated from the main living area by a charming barn door. The impressive living room flows into the eat-in dining nook and kitchen on one side, and to the ASTOUNDING OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE AND POOL to the rear. The SIZABLE KITCHEN IS A CHEF'S DREAM - boasting tons of counter and storage space, 42” solid wood cabinets, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, breakfast bar, large pantry, NEWER STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, and a BUTLER'S PANTRY that leads to the formal dining room. The OPULENT MASTER SUITE features grand double doors, a tray ceiling, beautiful accent wall and an EN SUITE BATHROOM. The large Master Bathroom showcases GLEAMING MARBLE FLOORS, dual vanities, a luxurious walk-in shower, and his/hers closets. The additional two bedrooms and bathroom on the first floor offer ample space and are conveniently located down a small hallway off the main living/family room with a private exit to the pool. The final bedroom is on the second floor and could be a SECOND MASTER SUITE WITH ENSUITE BATHROOM OR A BONUS/MEDIA ROOM! Best of all, this home showcases the best of Florida living with its EXQUISITE UNDER ROOF OUTDOOR LIVING/DINING SPACE AND SPECTACULAR, PRIVATE POOL AND SPA. When not relaxing in your ALMOST-HEAVENLY OASIS, you'll enjoy the community access to the 167 acre Lake Thomas, perfect for kayaking or fishing! The THREE CAR GARAGE has plenty of room for vehicles and storage. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, entertainment, top-notch schools, beautiful beaches, and the Greater Tampa Bay Area! This PERFECTLY LOCATED, SUPERBLY UPDATED, UPSCALE HOME is not to be missed! Schedule your showing today!