There is a lot going for this snowbird-owned St Croix "CERTIFIED GREEN" floor plan home! Located on an oversized corner lot, a level of privacy is afforded. Upon arrival, the curb appeal will definitely catch your eye. The recently upgraded landscaping includes elevated decorative edged stone mulch beds with various palms and other quality plantings. The yard is "watered" by an automated irrigation system. In addition, the paver walk and driveway have recently been professionally sealed to ward off accidental spills. An extra bonus is the completely screened, covered, and vaulted front entry. This screened area not only adds security but is also great for cross-ventilation. Upon opening the 8' tall front door, the openness of this beautiful home's central core comes into view. The welcoming foyer has ceramic tile flooring and gets excellent natural light from the over-the-transom window and front door sidelights. Also located in the foyer is the arched passageway that leads to the guest wing with its 2 guest bedrooms, linen closet, and guest bathroom. The second bedroom is at the front of the home and features quality carpeting, a large reach-in closet, and a bay window area. This bedroom like all the rooms in this home is wired for ceiling fans and lights. The third bedroom has 2 closets, quality carpeting, and an alcove that is perfect for that desk or hi-boy. Located in the connecting hallway is the guest bath. The guest bath has an elevated birch vanity, comfort height toilet with an elongated stool, upgraded lighting and plumbing fixtures, and a combination shower/tub with ceramic tile surround. The accent tile band adds class to the tub/shower. The large combination dining and living room with its tall cathedral ceiling adds to the feeling of spaciousness. The designer ceiling fan, upgraded carpeting, arch creches in the dining area, living room, and surrounding the doorway to the master suite all add to this home's eye appeal. The chef-friendly kitchen boasts granite counters, 2 snack bars, birch cabinetry with 42" uppers and crown, bank of drawers, a closet pantry, and upgraded appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is the handy dinette. The kitchen, dinette, and laundry room have ceramic tile floors. The master suite has a large bedroom area with carpeting and 2 windows, an oversized walk-in closet and a master bath with a linen closet, an elevated birch vanity with 2 sinks, a private toilet room holding an elongated stool comfort height toilet, and a separate stall shower with corner seat and ceramic tile surround with an accent band. At the north end of the living room is an 8' tall triple slider that opens to a 27x10 covered and screened lanai. The lanai has TV hookups, a knee wall, and professionally applied epoxy flooring. The laundry room is between the kitchen and the attached 2-car garage and also has the utility cabinet for the home's air handler. The washer and dryer stay for the new owners. The garage has been widened by 3', thus providing additional space for storage or that workbench. The garage has a professionally applied epoxy floor, a garage door opener, a storage alcove, and windows in the garage door itself. This home has been exquisitely maintained and has designer touches throughout. A home security system is installed. Having been occupied only a few months each year since the current owners had this home built, the "new home smell" is still evident. This ready-to-move-in Lake Ashton home is priced to sell. Room Feature: Linen Closet In Bath (Primary Bathroom).