ONE-OWNER HOME READY FOR ITS NEXT CHAPTER! Set 124 feet above sea level and well outside storm-surge zones, this well-designed property offers the modern features today's buyers appreciate. The original owner had the foresight to include tall ceilings, 8-foot doors, double-pane windows, and a PRIVATE POOL WITH SPA.

Inside, the SPACIOUS SPLIT-BEDROOM FLOOR PLAN provides comfort and privacy for everyone. At the heart of the home, the open Great Room flows seamlessly into the Nook and REMODELED KITCHEN -ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is sure to impress the family chef, offering an abundance of solid-surface counters, a large breakfast bar with storage accessible from both sides, plentiful cabinetry, and natural light throughout. Additional highlights include a main sink with disposal, an island prep sink with its own disposal, a generous WALK-IN PANTRY, and a built-in corner desk.

The Primary Suite occupies an entire wing of the home and features a cozy sitting area overlooking the pool and backyard, sliding doors to the lanai, and extra storage. Dual walk-in closets lead to the spacious Primary Bath, complete with dual vanities, a makeup vanity, a garden tub, and a frameless walk-in shower.

Two comfortable guest bedrooms are tucked off the Great Room and share a hall bath. A VERSATILE FLEX/BONUS ROOM offers endless possibilities-office, craft room, workshop, hobby space, home gym, or more. The interior laundry room provides ADDITIONAL STORAGE plus space for an extra refrigerator or freezer.

Step outside to the covered lanai overlooking the screened private pool and large backyard. The one-acre homesite offers ample room for outdoor activities, while the storage SHED adds even more convenience. This home also includes a sought-after, amenity-rich CITRUS HILLS MEMBERSHIP. The FURNISHINGS in the home are also AVAILABLE for sale separately.

Conveniently located in the heart of Citrus Hills, minutes away from The Shoppes at Black Diamond, grocery, and more, plus various restaurants. Access quaint downtown Inverness in just 20 minutes, Crystal River in 15. The natural beauty of Florida's Nature Coast is all around to enjoy. The Tampa Airport is only an hour away via the Suncoast Parkway, along with all that greater Tampa Bay has to offer! Disneyworld is just 80 minutes away. Access to great healthcare too: 2 Local area hospitals, and more in Ocala. Tampa General Hospital (TGH) free-standing Emergency Center is <2 miles away, and a new TGH hospital is being built next door! The area VA Clinic is one mile, U of F Shands Teaching Hospital is 80 minutes away in Gainesville, and Moffit Cancer Center is in Tampa; plus, various specialty doctors in the area. Truly a wonderful location with easy access to so much, yet still a small town. Don't miss out-schedule your personal showing today!