Welcome to this spacious 5 bedroom, 2 bath home tucked away in the desirable Carlton Court section of Haile Plantation, where generous living spaces, soaring ceilings, and a flexible floor plan create the perfect place to call home. From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed by updated luxury vinyl plank flooring that flows through much of the home and a versatile front bedroom with direct access to the primary bath, making it ideal as a nursery, home office, or guest retreat. The oversized primary suite offers a true escape with two walk in closets and an expansive en suite bath featuring a double vanity, soaking tub, walk in shower, private water closet, and plenty of room to make it your own. The heart of the home is the impressive great room with vaulted ceilings that seamlessly connects the living and dining areas, creating an open and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances including a double oven and new microwave, abundant cabinet space, and a large breakfast area overlooking the backyard. Just beyond the breakfast nook, a spacious bonus room with double entry doors, built in shelving, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a double closet provides endless possibilities as a fifth bedroom, media room, playroom, or home office. Two additional guest bedrooms are privately situated on the opposite side of the home, one featuring updated luxury vinyl plank flooring and the other brand new carpet, and share a centrally located full bath. The laundry room includes decorative tile flooring and a brand new washer and dryer that convey with the home. Step outside through French doors to the oversized screened porch, where you'll enjoy peaceful views of the private backyard complete with a fire pit and mature grapefruit tree. Major updates include a 2020 roof, 2020 water heater, and a Generac whole house generator professionally installed in May 2020, providing added comfort, convenience, and peace of mind during Florida's storm season. Located in the award winning Haile Plantation community, residents enjoy miles of scenic walking and biking trails, beautiful tree lined streets, parks, playgrounds, and optional golf, tennis, fitness, and country club amenities. Conveniently located just minutes from Publix, local restaurants, boutique shopping, Celebration Pointe, Butler Plaza, the University of Florida, UF Health, North Florida Regional Medical Center, and an easy drive to I 75, this home offers the perfect combination of space, flexibility, and one of Gainesville's most sought after locations.