The wait was worth it for this beautiful custom home in Cumberland Ridge with exceptional open water views of Lake Palestine!! Thoughtfully built by current owner with a vision for full time lake living & open concept floor plan for easy enjoyment of family & friends. This 3442 sq. ft. home has 3 bedrooms plus office (could be easily converted to 4th bedroom) & 3.5 baths. Large living area with stone fireplace, flanked by custom built-in cabinetry, dining area, & kitchen with breakfast area, all overlooking the beautiful back yard & lake. Kitchen is complete with island & bar, double ovens, warming drawer, & built-in desk. Utility room with space for extra refrigerator & built-in cabinetry, provides additional access to yard. Office has built-in cabinetry, desk, & wainscoting, with guest bathroom access. The relaxing Master Suite enjoys tree shaded views of Lake Palestine & access to the covered patio lakeside, with room for a hot tub! Master bath has double sinks, separate tub, walk-in shower & walk-in closet plus cedar closet. On upper level of home you will find an add'l living area plus two guest bedrooms & full bath. Lovely outdoor areas greet you as you exit the living & kitchen. A screened-in porch off the kitchen & breakfast area provides the perfect space for morning coffee. A tree shaded covered porch is accessible from the living area & the screened porch, with elevated lake views, including breathtaking sunsets. There is space for multi-level deck & pool in the back yard overlooking the lake! An open patio midway to boathouse invites you to sit among the mature shade trees & enjoy the incredible beauty of your surroundings. The boathouse has two stalls with electric lifts, currently being used for jet ski storage. Covered & open deck plus refreshment area w/ roll up window completes the boathouse on about 13' of deep water; designed for days spent lakeside on this 26,000 acre hidden treasure, in the hills & trees of East Texas!