12670 County Road 168 Gated Home on 8 Private Acres - Traditional beauty in the serenity of country living, this stately and inviting house with guest house sits far back off the road and up on a hill, surrounded by partially wooded pasture with a pond and creek running through, and is fully fenced & cross-fenced! The dogs can run and play in the huge fenced side yard while family and friends splash in the pool and waterfall. Feel worlds away as you sit back on the huge covered porches overlooking the natural beauty of the tall pines. Further up the hill, enjoy a separate 1 bed, 1 bath, kitchen, living guest house with HUGE game room attached! The 3996, one-story main home layout is thoughtfully planned with 3 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 living areas, split primary suite, and dedicated office featuring expansive floor-to-ceiling custom built-in library with its own separate entrance. The kitchen makes hosting a breeze with 2 islands, Monogram double wall oven, huge gas range, built-in ice machine, farmhouse sink and separate prep sink! Stock up with two large pantries for food storage, a chef's dream! HUGE laundry room with separate sink, folding counter and floor to ceiling custom cabinetry. Property has 2 gates, one is electric that opens to a long driveway and large circle drive for ample parking. **Main home Updates include: whole home generator, new roof 2022, bath remodels including onyx semi-precious counter, leathered granite and marble with high-end Brizo fixtures, Ralph Lauren chandeliers in living, while guest rooms, flooring in dedicated office, primary bedroom, guest rooms all updated, and attic space finished for 2nd office! **Guest house updates: appliances added, game room added, beautifully finished! Many more updates throughout this property and land! Located just minutes from the medical, shopping and dining of prestigious South Tyler! Call today to schedule your tour of this 8 acre, multi-generational estate! The freeedom of county living just outside city limits is priceless!