BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED 5 BEDROOM HOME WITH A BACKYARD PARADISE NESTLED ON A THIRD OF AN ACRE! You'll be blown away by the meticulous attention to detail & countless upgrades in this lovingly maintained home featuring nail-down hand-scraped wood flooring, recently installed carpet, plantation shutters, soaring ceilings, crown molding, a 15-foot floor-to-ceiling stacked natural stone fireplace built with quarried stone & an energy-efficient insert. Work comfortably from home in your office with French doors, or host in the chef's kitchen boasting Verde Fusion granite countertops, Viking stainless steel appliances including a French door oven, under cabinet lighting, island, a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry & a built-in planning center. After a long day, unwind in the remodeled primary suite showcasing a frameless shower, freestanding tub, separate granite vanities with a makeup area, linen closet & a huge walk-in closet with built-ins. Entertain family & friends in the spacious game or media room, or enjoy the outdoors in your massive backyard graced with a resurfaced 38,000-gallon saltwater pool & spa, large covered patio with a porch swing & ceiling fan, mature trees, lush landscaping & plenty of room to play. Make great use of the 3-car garage offering a Tesla charger, epoxy flooring & a storage room. Other features include upgraded Honeywell thermostats & recently replaced inside evaporator coils & outside condensing units in 2 of the 4 HVAC units. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac near top-rated schools & The Shops at Highland Village. Highland Shores residents have access to a clubhouse, 3 pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, a basketball court, playgrounds, & miles of trails. Take a first-person look at this gorgeous home! Click the Virtual Tour link to see the 3D Tour!