**Significant price improvement! Now $60K under appraised value** Experience the best of both worlds — peaceful country living with an easy drive into town. Tucked away on almost 5 acres, with mature oaks, a peaceful pond, and nature on your doorstep, this bright and welcoming Florida ranch offers privacy, space to breathe, and the kind of lifestyle that’s getting harder to find… yet you’re just 15 miles to Downtown and 20 minutes to Sarasota’s major shopping, dining and entertainment at UTC. Whether you dream of fruit trees and a vegetable garden, a cozy fire pit under the stars, wide-open space for the kids to play, or room for some chickens or a horse, this property offers true homestead potential without feeling isolated. Inside, the home is move-in ready with thoughtful updates throughout. You’ll love the open-concept living / dining / kitchen layout, perfect for extended family gatherings, plus a charming farmhouse-inspired kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, two large islands (yes, two!) for prep space, and casual seating. Natural light pours in through large sliding glass doors, connecting indoor and outdoor living seamlessly. This home offers 3 bedrooms plus a smaller 4th room with closet, ideal for a nursery, home office or craft room, and 2.5 bathrooms. The split bedroom layout provides privacy, with brand new vinyl plank flooring throughout the main living areas (including the primary bedroom), and new carpet in the guest bedrooms. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a large soaking tub and unique aquarium-style windows that frame views of the front pond, garden and Florida wildlife, creating a peaceful spa-like setting to start and end your day. Step outside to enjoy your private pool and screened lanai area with convenient exterior access to the half bath — a detail you’ll appreciate when entertaining. There’s also a smaller fenced-in yard, perfect for dogs or little ones to play. Major improvements include new vinyl flooring throughout, water heater, and dishwasher (2025), pool resurface, lanai paving, exterior/interior paint and hurricane shutters (2023) and roof and A/C (2017). Other highlights include central vacuum, hurricane shutters, and a full-size two-car garage with a long driveway for ample parking. Schedule your private showing — come experience the space, the privacy, and the lifestyle.