Welcome to this one of a kind, spacious country estate with old Florida charm. As you enter the property through an electronic entrance gate, you will pass by the large stock pond and gradually make your way through the private, wooded drive, which borders over 300 acres of protected Hernando County wildlife and preserved land with numerous hiking trails and natural amenities, all within minutes from this sprawling property. Entering this impeccably maintained 3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home, there are dramatic cathedral ceilings in Entry, Dining & Living rooms with a large flagstone fireplace and hearth. The eat in kitchen is a chef’s dream, with floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry, bay windows and granite countertops. A spacious center island gives you additional work and eating space, with second sink and a window seat overlooking the front pasture. The oversized Primary bedroom has two large, custom walk-in closets, a walk-out, screened patio with access to the outside and attached is a natural-stone tiled bathroom with a walk-in shower, granite countertops and double sinks with separate vanities. There is also a dedicated home office, a large family room with skylights and a separate laundry room with washer/dryer, mud sink and natural-stone tiled floor. Other upgrades include ceiling fans in all rooms and on the porch and Bimini shutters and custom draperies throughout the home. In addition to the attached 2-car garage, other outstanding amenities include a screened porch (1540 sq. ft.), a large barn (1152 sq. ft.) and a newly renovated in-ground pool (640 sq. ft.) with sun-shelf and enclosure. There is also a detached 4-car garage connected to a finished workshop (1925 sq. ft.) - Perfect for avid hobbyists or a future large guest suite. This space includes a ½ bath and a fully-decked, standing-room attic which runs the length of the structure. High & dry location, zoned for agriculture, this all could be your perfect retreat, working farm or just about anything you could imagine!. Hurry and make an appointment to see this beautiful property before it's gone!