Lake Forest golf course views of the 11th tee box right at your backyard are just the beginning of so many reasons to be wowed by this classic two-story loaded with extras! Plenty of parking for family and entertaining along the deep driveway to the rear-entry garage as well as the circular front entrance. The inviting extra-deep covered porch is flanked by mature trees and professionally maintained landscaping. The front door showcases iridescent leaded glass in a custom design, and opens to a palatial soaring entry foyer. Grand triple arches accent the open great room, with backlit crown moulding and mantled fireplace flanked by double french doors leading to the expansive back deck and golf course views. Gourmet kitchen has GE Monogram appliances, a pellet-ice machine, and additional bar sink at the immense kitchen island. The bay window dining area is spacious enough for a large table for family and entertaining. The adjacent workstation holds all the office gadgets neatly, and the deep-set window shades open and close with via remote.There is direct access from the great room, the dining area, and the primary bedroom to the back deck, which offers both covered and open space. The irrigation system means the porchside potted foliage is fresh in all seasons. A Goalrilla basketball system and privacy hedge at the back of the driveway are just off the deck, and there's plenty of backyard for croquet, volleyball, or cornhole. The first floor primary suite has a lavish primary bath, huge walk-in closet with built-in organizers and shelving, and the primary bedroom has a trey ceiling, natural light on 3 walls, direct access to the back deck, and a bay window that overlooks a heart-shaped koi pond. Also present on the main floor are a powder room for guests, and a large laundry room with extensive cabinetry, a utility sink, and dedicated room for an additional refrigerator or wine 'fridge. Ascend the rolling staircase to find a second floor with generous landing, a reading nook with Palladian window and darling built-ins, a full bath with extensive countertop and dual sinks, 3 additional bedrooms, and a 5th bedroom modified for use as an enormous cedar closet. The largest bedroom boasts a corridor with study nook and 2 louvered closets, leading to a huge custom-painted magical forest scene with woodland creatures...this bedroom could honestly host several sleepers, and has been used as an indoor playspace for grandkids. The remaining two bedrooms also have walk-in closets, and are adjacent to the full bath. All bedrooms have windows offering backyard (and golf course) views. The basement landing is central to the downstairs, and opens immediately to the large family room with stone fireplace and recessed lighting. The utility room houses most of the major mechanicals, offers space for storage, and leads to a second room that can serve as a hobby room or additional storage. Beyond the family room is a 3rd full bath and another huge space that has served as a master-craftsman's woodshop. There's a utlilty sink and plenty of power to customize this large space for your own hobby or home improvement room. The added bonus of an extra wide stairwell to the garage offers easy access for building materials and large furnishings. Speaking of garage...this extra deep 2.5 car space has immense storage and a Tesla charging port. Lake Forest is a sought-after established East Louisville community with an HOA that provides residents with 2 community pools, tennis courts, professionally managed care for neighborhood common areas, playground, sidewalks, beautiful lakes and water features, and a clubhouse that offers reserved rental opportunities for private use. Lake Forest neighborhood also hosts a private golf club community requiring membership for course use.