Simply Exceptional 9.8 acre ranch estate in the city limits of Gulf Shores featuring a 3200 sq. ft. charming Southern home, equestrian ready 4-railed white vinyl fenced pastures, Barn Master 4 stall barn, outdoor Campfire cooking pavilion, stocked pond and more. Majestic oaks, azaleas and camellias welcome you to the porte-cochere connected by a breezeway to the large, wrap around porches of this gracious 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath farmhouse. Wide plank pine floors invite you into the spacious open floor plan, perfect for entertaining, featuring beamed vaulted pine ceilings, a brick fireplace, and wide, relaxing views of the wooded landscape, pastures and garden from every direction. The custom designed kitchen with a 9' island and adjacent butler pantry offer Kitchenaid appliances with a gas commercial 6 burner range and pot filler, dishwasher and double convection ovens. Attention to detail is evident with custom designed doors, unique transoms, extra wide hallways and doorways, and abundant storage. The Master retreat opens to a private screened porch, while the master bath has a whirlpool tub, shower and spacious closet. Two additional bedrooms have private baths with walk-in showers. The mudroom entry and laundry room both offer spacious storage and Old Chicago brick flooring for easy maintenance. Just steps from the back porch, entertain family and friends at the outdoor Campfire cooking pavilion, retreat to the cozy 16x16 cabin with covered porch, or enjoy a hobby in the workshop with large attic and flooring to create additional storage. A short stroll down the driveway takes you to the pole barn with RV hookups, additional cross-fenced pastures, the hay storage building, the pond stocked with Brim and Bass and of course, the chicken coop. Less than 5 minutes to shopping, entertainment and medical care, 10 minutes to the sparkling Gulf of Mexico, golfing across the street, and convenient to the Beach Express, this unique property truly offers the best of everything