Looking for your next home in the desirable Hidden Lake community? This home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on just over a quarter of an acre. The split bedroom floorplan layout makes entertaining with family and friends a breeze! The light and bright airy kitchen boasts a large pantry closet, plenty of cabinetry, and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining area. Between the garage and the kitchen is an oversized laundry room that you can use as a mud room or simply as extra storage space. The spacious master has a large walk-in closet and a private ensuite bath featuring a walk-in shower, a separate garden tub, and dual sinks. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are conveniently situated on either side of the second full bath. There is an attached 2 car garage and a long drive offering ample space to park multiple vehicles. You will absolutely love the covered lanai on the back of the home with a private, wooded backdrop, adding almost 300 additional SF of serene living space for your year round enjoyment. Your new home also boasts a newer roof installed in 2023 ensuring peace of mind for many years to come! And the home is in "X" flood zone, the most desirable there is! Conveniently located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and recreation, with easy access to I-75 and Marion County’s stunning natural springs and parks including Silver Springs State Park and the Ocala National Forest. The World Equestrian Center hosts horse shows, dog shows, car shows, entertainment, conventions, lodging and various eateries. Quick closing is possible, and buyer should confirm all room measurements.