$1,275,000

Perfectly placed on lushly landscaped grounds, this stunning southern living-style residence blends charm, elegance and modern finishes into an expansive five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath, with office, plus game room and bonus room, home. An inviting 51 foot wrap-around porch welcomes guests or doubles as extra space for family and friends to enjoy a quiet moment of relaxation, or a casual meal in a picturesque setting. With 4,340 square feet of living area, this classic floor-plan invites you into a two-story foyer surrounded by the large home office and a formal sitting/ dining room. ’ The heart of the home is a spacious great room that features a cozy gas fireplace and is flanked by windows and French doors that offer views to the scenic yet private, back-yard oasis. Light-filled and brimming with character, this home also features heart-pine wood floors throughout the first floor, an abundance of storage and private spaces. Primed for entertaining this residence offers an open floor plan with, a large first-floor game/billiards/media room and a second-floor very spacious bonus/hobby room. The gourmet kitchen features custom cabinetry with glass fronts and pull-outs, a stainless steel farm sink, granite counters, a 5 burner gas cook-top, stainless steel appliances and a sweet butler’s pantry. Finishing off the first floor is the sumptuous primary bedroom suite with French doors to the pool, a customized walk in closet, and a fabulous en suite bath with a whirlpool tub, double sinks with a make-up vanity and a roomy walk in shower. A second master suite/in-law quarters is located on the second floor in a separate wing. It offers a large bonus/living room, sleeping quarters and a private bath. The second-floor east wing offers 3 spacious bedrooms and ensuite bath and a jack and jill bath. There’s additional pluming for an upstairs laundry room. The spacious first-floor laundry room offers copious built-ins and a second refrigerator. The immense outdoor entertaining area is a true haven offering a screened, travertine-paved lanai with a custom heated, saltwater pool and spa finished with a pebble tech surface and offers multi-colored low voltage lighting. The charming pool-side pergola sits amid this park-like setting and offers a fire pit that’s ideal for hosting friends on chilly evenings. The lovely, tree-canopied yard is fully fenced. This home’s exterior is virtually maintenance free with metal roofing and vinyl siding. Additional features include a water treatment and filtration system, tankless hot water and a propane powered 15 kw generator. Hammock Woods is a Non-required homeowners association community with No HOA fees. It’s ideally located in the coveted Steinbrenner school district and close to shopping and restaurants. Truly a must see!