BEAUTIFUL LAKESIDE RETREAT on the fringe of the Ocala National Forest and only 10 minutes to the Silver Springs State Park where you can spend the day hiking on 5 miles of trails, ride the world famous glass-bottom boats or rent a kayak or a boat. This home has a mature landscaping with a canopy of oak trees shading the property. The wood-burning stone covered fireplace has a hearth and beautiful mantle. Enjoy lots of storage with a bank of linen closets, 2 coat closets in the foyer and walk-in closets in the bedrooms. Greet the morning with an amazing lakeview though the bay windows in the master suite. The ensuite has an abundance of wrap-around cabinetry and a low threshold shower with built-in bench seating. The kitchen has bright white cabinets with a breakfast room overlooking the lake. The Florida room in approx 26' long, has been recently re-modeled and also overlooks the lake. It has a newly built bar, plenty of room for a pool table, a separate area for dining and opens up to a deck for extra seating and a bbq grill Whether you're catching fish, boating on the 44 acre lake or just entertaining family and friends, this home has it all. An added bones: shopping and restaurants only 1 mi away.