5707 NW 50TH PLACE, GAINESVILLE, FL 32653

Under contract-accepting backup offers. One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. This one owner custom built Rutenberg home has it all, including a popular flexible floorplan.  Located in Millhopper Forest off scenic Millhopper Road, this gated neighborhood features spacious lots, sidewalks, and private mailboxes. 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths includes a formal living room and dining room, large family room, owner’s suite, 2 guest rooms off the family room that share a hall bath and at the back of the home, another bedroom and huge bonus, media room or 5th bedroom, both serviced by a hall bath and can be closed off thru pocket doors from the main area of the home - a perfect in-law suite. The craftsman elevation boasts stone and HardiPlank siding and lush landscaping leads to a covered front porch and double-entry stained doors.  The welcoming foyer opens on the right to the formal dining and straight ahead to the formal living room, both with new luxury vinyl walnut flooring.  The living room is highlighted by a double-sided gas fireplace that is shared by the breakfast room.  All public rooms and owner’s suite have crown molding and transoms over all windows for maximum natural light.  The cook’s kitchen is a dream with gleaming cherry cabinets including island with prep sink, Zodiaq quartz counters, and SS appliances installed in 2022 including a duel fuel gas range.  Bridging the kitchen to the formal dining is a convenient butler’s pantry with under counter beverage frig.  Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious breakfast room with views of the pool and dual-side fireplace shared with the living room.  The large family room is open to the kitchen and also enjoys views of the pool area and features a built-in retractable video screen and wired for your projector.  The owner’s suite is a relaxing retreat with built-in speakers integrated with the home audio system and a sitting area with direct access to the pool.  The owner’s bath is divided into two sides each with large vanities and walk-in closets all bridged by a large shower with new tile flooring, jetted tub, and private water closet.  Owner’s suite is serviced by a tankless gas hot water heater.  To the side of the family room are two guest suites that share a hall bath and both feature hand-crafted pine shelving made from timber harvested on site. To the back of the home, made private by a pocket door, is a 3rd guest room also with shelving, hall pool bath, and huge bonus room or 4th guest area with vaulted ceiling which can also function as an office, media room, flex space or an in-law area combined with adjoining guest bedroom.  Florida is synonymous with outdoor living and this home will not disappoint.  The sparkling pool and spa feature a beach entry with built-in umbrella stand, waterfall feature, and overlooks the large fully fenced yard.  The spa and pool are heated by electric and solar heat.  To complete your entertaining package is a summer kitchen with sink, grill, and extra burners.  Lanai screens replaced in 2020.  The large laundry comes complete with W/D, built-in sink, and cabinets.  The 3-car garage has a brand new epoxy floor, features a mini split A/C unit, 220v and extra 110v outlets, and pull down floored attic.  Just when you thought this home has it all, add in a 16 kw Generac generator, well for irrigation and pool, 2023 gas hot water heater, 2 HVAC systems, the larger replaced in 2023, and exterior and interior paint in 2020.  All city services including water and sewer and great schools makes this home a winner!