This estate home with wrap around porches and standing seam metal roof is tucked away on just over 5 oak studded acres, boasting ultimate privacy. The guarded community is situated just outside the city limits, featuring a lower tax rate and access to highly rated NEISD schools. As you approach the residence, the circle drive, towering oak canopy, covered front porch and gorgeous double doors immediately draw you in. You walk into the grand entry and are greeted with brand new red oak hardwood floors, natural light, high ceilings, wood beams and breathtaking fixtures. The living room has soaring 20' ceilings adorned with exposed wood beams and a dramatic floor to ceiling stone fireplace. You'll also notice the custom wood cased windows and doors, and the built-in surround sound speakers. The completely renovated kitchen is the centerpiece of this property, featuring GE Monogram stainless appliances, showhouse fixtures, and an enormous center island with farmhouse sink and custom cabinetry. There is a 6 burner gas range with griddle, pot filler and double ovens, walk in pantry designed by California closets, abundant storage space, and a well appointed beverage station with filtered water, double drawer cooler, plumbed coffee station, wine chiller and ice maker. There's also crown molding, chandeliers, a breakfast bar and separate dining with views to the sparkling pool and grounds. The large, formal dining room boats wainscoting, double drown molding, and fabulous chandelier. The downstairs, private master retreat is a great place to relax with double tray ceiling, double crown molding, gorgeous views from the bay windows, direct access to the covered patio, pool and spa, and a gas fireplace with floor to ceiling stone surround and built-ins. The spacious, spa-like master bath is adorned with a breathtaking chandelier, vaulted ceilings with tongue and groove wood finish, his and hers vanities with fantastic storage, and a dream walk-in shower with dual fixtures and large bench. The expansive walk-in closet with natural light and extensive built-ins was designed to maximize space by California Closets. Downstairs, there is a secondary bedroom with ceiling fan and thoughtful built-ins. It has easy access to the luxuriously appointed 2nd full bath, that also directly serves the pool and outdoor kitchen. There's an oversized utility room with more built-ins, desk space, and utility closet. Additionally, there is abundant storage underneath the stairs. The stairway and large landing with rod iron spindles leads to 3 additional bedrooms and a game room or upstairs living. 2 of the three bedrooms are jack and jill style, while the third bedroom is plumbed for an additional bath if needed. You'll find ceiling fans, natural light, custom built-ins and California Closets throughout. The backyard is approximately 2 and a half fenced acres with outdoor kitchen, expansive outdoor living spaces, irrigated raised garden beds, and a gorgeous heated, sparkling in-ground pool and spa with waterfall. There is also an oversized 3 car garage with great storage space. Finally, there is an approx. 919 square foot apartment above the garage with electrical and plumbing, ready to be finished for your needs. This serene estate has the feeling of complete country privacy, with all the conveniences of the big city.