Welcome HOME to PERFECTION! This magnificent 6 bedroom, 2 office, 7 bathroom custom built by Mark Warring on a park like estate is set on 5 pristine acres in the exclusive gated community of The Grove. With only 24 homesites, this elite neighborhood provides an unparalleled standard of luxury living, just minutes from Gainesville. Walk up the brick paver entry to a meticulously designed estate for both grand entertaining and comfortable family living. This expansive manor exudes excellence at every turn. The main house has 5 spacious bedrooms, formal living and dining rooms, chef's kitchen, 2 home offices, game room, theatre & a huge upstairs 2nd game room/playroom. Beautiful arched windows abound. The home also includes an attached main level apartment w/1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen, great room, laundry, its own dedicated garage, and private entrance, accessed through the pool area. The main level primary suite is flooded with natural light and features elegant crown molding, intricate ceiling details, a cozy gas fireplace, and a custom designed his and her walk in closet. The spa inspired bathroom is complete with split vanities, a luxurious soaking tub, & private shower. A second spacious bedroom is also on the main level. The 2nd floor offers 3 en suite bedrooms, including one with a private balcony overlooking the front of the home featuring a great view of a majestic Live Oak. Two other bedrooms have beautiful window seats with delightful views of the property. All 5 bedrooms in the main home come with a dedicated bathroom & walk in closet! The upper level also includes a spacious game area loft, storage rooms & a serene balcony off the bonus room overlooking the pool area. At the heart of the home lies an oversized chefs kitchena culinary masterpiece w/stunning granite countertops, custom cabinetry, high end stainless steel appliances, oversized island, 6 burner gas range, 2 ovens, 2 dishwashers, 2 sinks, a large walk in pantry, an eat in dining area, & a built in desk workstation. This kitchen is designed for culinary excellence and opens to the spacious family room with a soaring ceiling. Additional luxury features include a private home office + another office not included in the bedroom count, a formal dining room, a dramatic foyer with soaring 20+ ft cathedral ceilings, a formal living room, and a two story family room complete with entertaining bar & wine refrigerator, a fireplace & a cathedral ceiling that seamlessly connects to the lanai. Entertainment options abound, with a dedicated game room & a state of the art media room equipped w/movie theater screen & A/V technology. Beautiful wood floors grace the main living areas, adding warmth & sophistication throughout. Home also features central vacuum, tankless water heaters, & a two sided (see through) fireplace in the game room/pool area! The exquisitely landscaped grounds are highlighted by majestic Live Oak & chestnut trees and enhanced by premium Entropics lighting. The resort style heated pool and spa, complete with a summer kitchen, provide the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining. The estate also includes a 3 car garage, an additional 2 car garage, and a sprawling driveway ideal for activities such as pickleball, along with plenty of green space and a gas fire pit for outdoor enjoyment. Save money with CLAY ELECTRIC! Located just minutes from local area shopping, restaurants, hospitals, nature parks and trails. Welcome HOME to The Grove!