Welcome to this gem! Custom home built by Ralph Akard with attention to detail and made to last! Situated on one of the largest lots in Smokey Knoll at .65 acre, this well-maintained, 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home with 3 car garage is sure to please! Entry opens to large great room anchored by a floor to ceiling stacked stone, wood burning, masonry fireplace with gas logs. Distinctive, triple arched window adds natural light to this imposing space. Formal dining room with hardwood flooring. Generously sized kitchen with granite countertops, SS appliances, down-draft cooktop in center isle, built in oven and convection microwave, pantry, eat-in breakfast nook, hardwood floors. 5th bedroom on the main with full bath, perfect for guests, office or mother in-law suite. Cozy den abuts great room and features built in book shelves, hardwood floors. Upper level features a spacious primary suite with sitting area. Updated primary bath with vanity height sinks, soft close drawers, tiled shower and a Bain Ultra Air Bubble Tub. Lower level with finished rec/room as well as extra storage space. 3 season screened porch with stacking window system overlooks the fully fenced big back yard with a large deck and features a 30 x 30 poured concrete pad with a Goalrilla System basketball goal! There is also a firepit area with plenty of room left for other outdoor activities, even a future pool! Don't miss the stairs in the 3rd car garage bay leading to a floored attic storage area. Roof is 4 years old, new AC and furnace in 2023. Exterior paint 2020. This home is conveniently located near downtown Carmel with shopping, restaurants, schools, access to I465 all within just minutes.