Craftsman-style home exudes character with added touches in the sought-after, amenity rich community of Governors Preserve with clubhouse, Olympic pool, lighted tennis courts, playground, trails and access to the Etowah River! Beautiful move-in ready home, conveniently located in a cul-de-sac, features breathtaking, private views of the Etowah forest. Catch a sunset view from the front porch with durable Trex-type flooring. A dining room and a versatile study/living room flank the entryway, both boasting large windows with plantation shutters. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the main level and up the striking staircase. Spacious family room has a stone fireplace and wall of windows framing long-range views. The floor plan seamlessly flows into the casual dining area & keeping room with a cozy fireplace and kitchen. Gourmet kitchen features 5 burner gas cooktop, double ovens, granite counters, breakfast bar and walk-in pantry. Step outside to the screened porch with newly painted floor. Four bedrooms are located on second floor, including the primary suite with a spa-like bath with frameless glass shower, roomy jetted tub, double-sink vanity with glass vessel sinks and a walk-in closet. Two secondary bedrooms share a bath and the other secondary bedroom is an ensuite with its own bath at the other end of the hall. Convenient second-floor laundry room offers lots of cabinetry, a storage closet, and utility sink. Spacious daylight basement is unfinished and stubbed for a bath, ready to be customized to suit your needs. Other exceptional features include a newer roof, 2 New HVAC units (less than 3 years old), Ring doorbell, wired for alarm system, outdoor lights on timers and Nest thermostats. Fully fenced backyard with a gate opens to the Etowah forest. A three-car garage with an epoxy floor provides ample space, including a ceiling-mounted rack for your kayak (there is canoe access to the Etowah River in the community). Governors Preserve is one of Canton’s most prestigious neighborhoods with a 2 story Clubhouse, Olympic pool, 4 lighted tennis courts, trails & playground, just minutes from GA20 and I-575. Beautiful details throughout this move-in ready home!