Imagine ending your busy day relaxing in your own backyard, watching a spectacular sunset, high on one of Clermont's unique hills.  Now, imagine owning a 5 ACRE country home overlooking serene pastures & Shepard Lake within minutes of the city.  Tired of tight subdivisions?  Looking for privacy, a pool, space for a large garden, horses, cows or chickens?  Just imagine the possibilities. The original owners have lovingly maintained this 5 bedroom 3 1/2 bath home.  Fully fenced & crossed fenced. Private gate welcomes you to the inviting wrap around front porch surrounded by a butterfly garden with native Florida, low maintenance perennials.  Step inside to the spacious first floor with nature views from every window & 9 ft ceilings. BTW, THE ROOF & WINDOWS WERE REPLACED IN 2018. Entertain in style with a kitchen that can accommodate a crowd, featuring stainless appliances, center island with prep sink & granite countertops  The chef is always part of the action as the kitchen opens to the living & dining rooms. A 12 ft sliding pocket door brings the outside in from the spacious screened porch & a pool large enough for a fabulous pool party! Mix your favorite beverage or fire up the grill & enjoy dinner overlooking the crystal clear pool & roast marshmallows on the fire pit.  Sip coffee & enjoy an early morning swim overlooking the beautifully manicured pasture. 1st floor bedroom & full bath will give your guest's privacy. Laundry room with sink & plenty of room for a freezer & additional fridge.  The family room is spacious with a bar sink, built-ins & can accommodate your pool table & big screen TV.  Master suite is on the 2nd floor & features an updated master bath!  3 additional bedrooms & bath complete the 2nd floor. Other features include a 350 ft deep well, 2 septic tanks, separate fenced pasture, basketball net, 1/2 bath w/easy access to the pool & zoned A/C's.  Access to Shepard lake - fish or bring your kayak, canoe or paddle-board!  Own your own piece of private paradise! This unique property is minutes to the turnpike & Publix. Easy commute to Orlando. Clermont is central Florida's best kept secret with rolling hills, quaint downtown, shops & restaurants.  Bike, run, walk along the lakefront on the South Lake Trail.  Public boat ramps connecting 11 beautiful lakes, so bring the toys.  No HOA or water/sewer bills.  Privacy, nature and spectacular sunsets, let your imagination run WILD!