189 GOURD ISLAND Way, St. Johns, FL 32259

**$5000 in closing costs from lender + seller!!! Welcome to this exquisite 4-bedroom home with a huge loft/bonus room, perfectly situated on a premium lot at the end of a cul-de-sac, next to a pond and wooded preserve. This home is in the safe and intimate neighborhood of Brookside Preserve and offers the ideal blend of luxury and convenience, with easy access to I-95 and NO CDD FEES!! Located in the highly sought-after Liberty Pines Academy and Beachside High School school zone, part of the #1 school district, your family will enjoy top-tier education options. This 1-year old, better-than-new home is designed with comfort and style in mind, including many upgrades/extras such as 9' ceilings and plantation shutters and lever door knobs throughout, a bedroom downstairs, and a full bath with a large walk-in shower. Upstairs is a large loft/bonus room, 3 more bedrooms and 2 more full baths with upgraded cabinets and quartz countertops separate walk-in shower, and dual vanities Two of the walk-in closets have custom designed wood shelves providing extra storage/flexibility. The downstairs laundry room is equipped with soft-close custom cabinets and a new washer and dryer. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, with upgraded cabinets, large sink with garbage disposal, custom-built walk-in pantry, breakfast bar with quartz countertop, stone backsplash, complemented by high-end KitchenAid appliances including a large built-in oven, stovetop, microwave. Enjoy the ambiance created by all new custom light fixtures, 7 of which include ceiling fans. The extended patio is perfect for outdoor entertaining, boasting a stunning preserve and pond view with beautiful palms, additional lighting, a fan, and a gas hookup ready for your grill or outdoor kitchen. The large backyard and side yard provide ample space for outdoor activities, also ensuring privacy and tranquility. A backyard Ring floodlight provides extra protection, along with a Ring front doorbell, and a coded entry for both front and garage doors. Gutters will never need cleaning with the installed Leaf Guard gutter guards. The garage features extended space, an epoxy floor, pre-wiring for an EV charger, water softener, and utility sink. The neighborhood amenities include a swimming pool and park/playground making it a perfect place for families to thrive. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional home yours.