Nestled on a private 5 wooded acres in the desirable Brandes Estates this spectacular custom built 4 bedroom, 3 full bath contemporary home with a separate 1 bedroom, 1 bath pool/guest house was designed with entertaining and the nature enthusiast in mind with an abundance of striking architectural features and details that put it in a class all its own! The beauty begins outside with a winding circular driveway, 2-car side loading garages, all brick exterior, Spanish tile roof, covered porch entrance, extensive hardscapes, expert landscaping, multiple patios, pavilion, pool house, and a sparkling in-ground pool creating a private oasis. Inside, an open floor plan, dramatic cedar wood cathedral ceilings, exposed beams, brick walls, custom built-ins, floor to ceiling custom 3-sided brick woodburning fireplace, and an abundance of windows and skylights uniting the inside and out are just a few features that make this home so memorable. A gourmet kitchen, luxurious owner’s suite, and an incredible sun space that spans the entire home create instant appeal! *** Fine craftmanship begins in the greenhouse foyer with a soaring cathedral ceiling with custom windows that fill the space with natural light highlighting built-in planting areas filled with greenery and earth toned tile flooring. Step down into the sunken living room featuring plush neutral carpet, a brick accent wall, sitting area with built-in bookcases, and a floor to ceiling window offering wooded views. Here, a custom 3-sided brick fireplace shares its warmth and ambiance with the adjoining music/family room and formal dining room accented with built-in glass front cabinetry, a serving bar and a sparkling crystal chandelier adding a refined touch. The light filled gourmet kitchen will please the modern chef with an abundance of sleek white cabinetry and countertop space, quality stainless steel appliances including a built-in microwave, wall oven, and a professional French door refrigerator. A center island with gas cooktop and bar seating, coffee bar, and planning center provide additional working surfaces, while designer tile backsplashes and contemporary lighting add the finishing touch. Steps away, the stunning sunroom delivers space for a breakfast area, a custom bar, and a wall of glass with amazing views of the property and grants access to the hardscaped patio with brick sitting walls, walkways to the pavilion and the shimmering in-ground pool and pool house all encircled by grassy yard and majestic woodlands beyond—truly an outdoor oasis perfect for entertaining, nature watching, and simple relaxation! Back inside, a laundry/mud room and huge walk-in pantry compliment the main living areas. *** On the opposite side of the home, the spacious owner’s suite boasts a cathedral ceiling, plush carpet, room for a sitting area with a cozy wood stove set in a brick wall and a huge dressing room. The luxurious light filled bath features a large dual sink vanity, glass enclosed shower, and sumptuous jetted tub—the perfect retreat to start and end your day. Down the hall, you’ll find three additional bright and cheerful bedrooms, two enjoying private baths, and one with built-in bookcases. *** The pool house is designed with the same one of a kind contemporary style and boasts a cathedral ceiling, a living room with wet bar, brick fireplace, and walls of glass that opens to a covered patio and the pool, a well-appointed kitchen, large bedroom, and beautiful spa bath. This well-built home features special passive solar windows designed to reflect back into the open front part of the home to heat the interior brick walls adding warmth and heat, has triple zoned HVAC systems (2 replaced in the last 2 years), a gas generator, and was designed with loads of closets and storage space completing the comfort and luxury of this wonderful home. For a grand home built with artistic design and contemporary flair set in a tranquil and private setting this is it!