Welcome to your personal resort in the heart of Palencia, one of Northeast Florida’s most sought-after gated communities nestled along the serene Tolomato River and Intracoastal Waterway. This extraordinary 5-bedroom, 4-bath pool home with a 3-car courtyard entry garage offers 3,832 square feet of elegant living and a lifestyle that’s nothing short of paradise. Step into a lush, tropical backyard oasis—a resort-style pool featuring a rock grotto waterfall, spa, bubblers, gas firepit, and a fully equipped summer kitchen with island, gas grill, and beverage refrigerator. The pool area is screened with an extended birdcage enclosure that beautifully blends with the home’s roofline, offering seamless indoor-outdoor living all year round. Enjoy the tranquil views of a private preserve from your covered balcony upstairs or the expansive windows in the family room and breakfast nook downstairs. Inside, the completely remodeled chef’s kitchen is a showstopper—stacked marble backsplash,