6605 NW 16th PlaceGainesville, FL 32605Sale Price: $474,000

What's the number one rule of real estate? Location, location and this property fits the bill perfectly. This modern contemporary pool home is located in University Acres, a community of 1+ acre lots on quiet streets with mature landscaping, no HOA, and conveniently located just minutes from UF, shopping, I-75 and all that Gainesville has to offer. Custom built by Parrish Construction by the current owner, this home sits on a 1 acre homesite that backs to a private conservation area; the distinctive exterior architecture defines this home and features Ocala block details with CBS block construction. A stunning lot with mature trees and beautiful garden areas creates a background that is hard to duplicate. The interior architecture is as distinctive as the exterior - step inside thru double entry doors to a welcoming foyer with slate floors and celestial ceiling. The large formal living room greets you to one side of the foyer and has impressive vaulted ceilings, built in speakers, and floor to ceiling windows that brings the outside in. Directly off the living room is a large formal dining room also with vaulted ceiling and large windows. Directly in front of the foyer is an oversized family room also featuring vaulted beamed ceilings, brick wood burning fireplace and a bank of windows overlooking a summer room and pool. Bridging the family room and kitchen is a convenient wet bar area with built in cabinets and space for a beverage frig. The kitchen is spacious with a large eat in area with lovely garden window and boasts cherry cabinets, granite counters and newer stainless steel appliances. Directly off the family room is a screened summer room, 350 sq. ft. not included in the living space, with tongue and groove ceiling and removable vinyl panels making this area popular all year long. It opens directly to a covered patio and the large open pool beyond. The bedroom wing features 3 very large guest rooms with a hall bath. The owner's suite is filled with natural light from an entire wall of windows overlooking the pool and features a separate private study to one side. A walk in closet and shower bath completes the owner's bedroom. This lovely home has an abundance of interior closet space and an oversized two car garage with 2 very large storage closets. Add your personality to this timeless home and make it yours!