**OFFER DEADLINE TUESDAY FEB 10TH AT 5PM**  Welcome to this stunning Emerald home located in a gated community, offering one of the lowest tax rates in the area while being zoned to highly rated Boerne ISD schools. Despite no city taxes, this area still has plenty of choices for shopping and dining + downtown San Antonio just 30 minutes away.  The stone and stucco exterior and three-car garage create a polished first impression as you arrive. Step inside to ceramic wood-look tile that flows through the main living areas, setting a welcoming and grounded tone from the moment you enter. A formal dining room with handsome crown and chair rail molding provides an elegant space for gatherings, thoughtfully connected to the kitchen by a butler's pantry with a walk in pantry, serving or coffee bar + cabinetry storage space.  The island kitchen is both beautiful and functional, featuring a five-burner gas cooktop, built-in oven and microwave, generous counter space, and a breakfast bar that naturally becomes the heart of the home. Just beyond, the breakfast room is ideal for casual meals and unhurried mornings. The living room feels open yet inviting, anchored by recessed lighting and a mock fireplace that sets the stage for relaxed evenings. A downstairs secondary bedroom with a full bath, along with a separate half bath, offers flexibility for guests or multi-generational living.  The primary bedroom on the main level is privately positioned and features a coffered ceiling and a bay window overlooking the backyard. The en suite bath feels spa-like with separate granite vanities, a soaking garden tub, a tiled walk-in shower, and two generous walk-in closets. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms provide room to spread out, including one with an en suite bath that's ideal for guests. A spacious loft creates a natural hangout space, while the media room wired for surround sound is ready for movie nights and game days.  In back, a large covered patio overlooks a low-maintenance backyard with gates on both sides for everyday convenience. Additional highlights include energy-efficient HERS rating, radiant barrier roof, walk-in closets in four of the five bedrooms, decked attic storage, a full sprinkler system, and remaining builder warranty, offering comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind in one beautifully designed home.