$700,000

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to "The Lodge" in the Richmond neighborhood. This unique 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home spans 3,793 square feet, offering comfort and craftsmanship. Step into the great room, featuring a grand stone fireplace and striking wood-paneled ceilings that sets a warm, inviting tone. The gourmet kitchen is a cooks dream, equipped with a Lacanche gas range, custom cabinetry, a wine refrigerator, and an oversized 5.25’ x 3.25’ granite-topped island with a prep sink and breakfast bar. The open living and dining areas flow easily to a back porch that spans the full length of the home, with a screened-in section perfect for evening gatherings. The primary suite is complete with a gas fireplace, an adjoining sunroom, and an ensuite bathroom featuring a spacious walk-in shower with dual shower heads, a private water closet with a bidet and two walk in closets. Downstairs, find two additional bedrooms—one currently serving as a home office with built-ins, while the other offers convenient access to a nearby bathroom with a tub/shower. The first-floor layout also includes a large storage pantry, laundry room, and access to the oversized garage with an electric car charger. Upstairs, two more bedrooms each have their own bathrooms, as well as versatile living areas, and a laundry chute for added convenience. This home is equipped with a whole-house generator, natural gas hookups for outdoor grilling, and a well for irrigation. The backyard offers serene views of a protected wetland conservation area, creating a peaceful, natural buffer.  The Richmond neighborhood is convenient to restaurants, shopping, I-75, Santa Fe College, University of Florida, Shands and North Florida.