Nicely updated home located in Palmer ISD - the highest ranked school district in Ellis County - sits on ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL, HEAVILY WOODED 2.5-acre lot creating a PRIVATE RETREAT. Tree-lined driveway welcomes you thru remote controlled security gate. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the wrap around front porch spanning approx 250sf surrounded by lovely landscaping, mature trees & country wildlife. Inside, find attractive wood-look tile flooring in main living areas & bedrooms, 10-ft ceilings in kitchen & living, a WBFP with mantel & large double wide window framing the view. Beautifully updated kitchen features quartz counters, GE Cafe appliances that are less than 2 years old, gas cooktop, under-mount farmhouse sink, decorative backsplash, pantry, 36-inch cabinets, under-cabinet lighting, recessed lighting, pendant lighting over the peninsula & a vent hood with storage above. Primary suite offers a small walk-in closet & an adjacent hall closet for extra space. The en-suite bath includes custom lighting & fixtures, an amazing bath & shower set up, spacious medicine cabinet & stylish finishes. Guest bath features large walk-in shower & a bidet toilet seat. Additional features include a utility room with cabinets & extra storage, all new interior doors (except 2 closet doors), new front & rear entry doors, gutters with gutter guards on the home & garage, security cameras, abundant parking, & oversized detached garage with electric & built-in workbench which could also be a workshop, hobby space, or future man cave. 2 mature pecan trees, 3 young apple trees, & a plum tree. 2 raised garden beds, 4 exterior water faucets, outdoor storage closet, & separate storage shed with water & electric. Property boundaries extend into wooded areas - refer to survey included in listing photos. New 30-yr roof installed & full exterior paint completed! Small overflow pond with potential. Outside city limits! USDA Loan Qualified! Only 5 minutes to I-45 & 15 minutes to I-35 & 287.