This beautiful home located in Braden Pines offers privacy and tranquility on over an acre with the luxury of Lakewood Ranch just a mile away. Braden Pines is one of the rare neighborhoods with no HOA, CDD or Deed Restrictions. This spacious home offers 3194 sf with wood flooring throughout, 3 bedrooms ,2.5 baths, an office, and a game/ media room. The lovely front porch is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee. The double door entry leads to a foyer with architectural detailing. The living room with high ceilings, crown molding and pocket sliders and double-sided fireplace opens to the sparkling newly refinished pool. The spacious kitchen with updated cabinets, solid surface counters, stainless appliances, island with cook top and plenty of storage adjoins a large breakfast room with bead board, crown molding and lots of windows to let in the natural light. The generous size primary suite features tray ceiling, crown molding and French doors with access to the pool. Master bath has a separate shower, claw foot tub, plantation shutters and dual sinks. Game/ media room with custom woodwork, wet bar and extra storage and the French doors opening to the expansive deck and pool provides a great spot for entertaining.  The pool deck and interior finish were redone in 2022. There is an outdoor shower and a powder room/pool bath. This home with towering pines in a beautiful natural setting is less than a mile from I 75 and Lakewood Ranch. Bring your toys. Boat, trailer, RV or build a detached workshop or garage.  Enjoy the feel of country living while being conveniently located close to top-rated schools, Lakewood Ranch Main Street, the UTC Mall, Braden River Golf Club, medical facilities and a wide variety of restaurants and shops.