Rarely available courtyard residence in Long Cove at Heron Bay, ideally located near the community's entrance for convenient access while enjoying 24-hour manned security at all three gates. This distinctive five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home offers exceptional privacy, flexible living spaces and a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. At the center of the home is a private courtyard with a saltwater pool and spa, creating the perfect setting for relaxing and entertaining. The separate guest h...Rarely available courtyard residence in Long Cove at Heron Bay, ideally located near the community's entrance for convenient access while enjoying 24-hour manned security at all three gates. This distinctive five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home offers exceptional privacy, flexible living spaces and a seamless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. At the center of the home is a private courtyard with a saltwater pool and spa, creating the perfect setting for relaxing and entertaining. The separate guest house was beautifully renovated in 2023 and provides an ideal private retreat for visitors, a home office, gym or studio. Unlike many courtyard homes, this property also offers a generous backyard with new sod throughout the property. Brand new roof currently being installed. The thoughtfully updated interior features an open and widened main living area, a renovated bar, professionally refinished kitchen cabinetry, updated moldings and baseboards, built-out bedroom closets, high-end blackout window treatments and modern lighting. Recent improvements include a new roof (currently being installed), refrigerator, whole house water filtration system, wine refrigerator, dishwasher and updated HVAC condensate and drain piping. The primary suite is served by a dedicated 11/2-ton Luxaire/Johnson Controls HVAC system, while a separate 5-ton high efficiency system services the main residence. The pool and spa were extensively improved in 2024 with a Diamond Brite-style resurfacing, new tile and coping, updated pump equipment and reconfigured spa circulation. Hurricane protection includes impact-rated windows in the guest house, impact-rated doors and east-facing openings, plus shutters for the remaining windows.Quiet garage doors are professionally maintained under a service agreement, and select furnishings may be negotiated separately. Residents of Heron Bay enjoy two clubhouses, two resort-style pools, tennis and pickleball courts, two fitness centers, walking trails, a tot lot, splash pad and beautifully maintained community grounds. This unique home combines privacy, versatility and resort-style living in one of Parkland's most desirable gated communities.