The best of both worlds on Lake Bryant! This unique agricultural property is graced with majestic granddaddy oaks, fruit trees, and wild game among an expansive 14.53-acre canvas of natural beauty. The spacious classic farmhouse features a large, open-concept living area. It features three ensuite rooms, a handicap-accessible mother-in-law suite with a private bath, and an adjacent living room. The manicured land is completely fenced and equipped with 5 underground water lines running throughout the yard, ready for your paddocks or nursery. A peaceful and serene country estate perfectly suited for a multi-generational family, mini-farm, homestead, Air B&B, or charming bed & breakfast! Major renovations in 2023-2024. A beautifully updated open kitchen featuring granite countertops custom wood cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. The primary bathroom includes an oversized shower with dual heads, dual sinks, a vanity, and two walk-in closets. New porcelain tile floors throughout the main living areas, new wood laminate upstairs, and freshly painted walls, and ceilings in every room. New well pump. The exterior is constructed with 12" thick solid-filled concrete block, for added resiliency during hurricanes. No trees hang over the house. A large bonus room/attic above the garage with great views and a separate AC unit - not included in the square footage. Oversize 2 car side garage has 220 outlet extended parking pad. This picturesque country home is well-maintained and bursting with potential—a blank canvas, the property allows for a second home, barn, or other structure. The back has a perfect spot for a pool since the septic is in front. Located just outside of Ocala but yet close enough to amenities, nestled in the Ocala National Forest which hosts a variety of recreation, scenic, and historic areas, 600 lakes, 2 rivers, Silver Springs, Juniper Springs, Silver Glen Springs, Salt Springs, for swimming in crystal clear constant 72° water, skiing, big bass fishing, boating, and kayaking in wilderness waterways with manatees. With almost a ½ million acres of forest to roam, visitors can enjoy year-round camping, birding, hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, and four-wheeling on designated Jeep and ATV trail systems. 25 minutes to the Villages. Daytona Beach is just 1 hour away, 45 minutes to the World Equestrian Center, and almost equidistant to Gainesville, Daytona, Cedar Key, and Orlando. 300ft of lake frontage on desirable spring-fed 850-acre Lake Bryant attracts a plethora of wildlife. Public boat ramp 3 minutes away. Most neighbors on this lake have docks but this seller preferred to hunt so please don't request a showing if easy lake access is an objection. 7 ACRES ARE TROPICAL WETLAND AND 7 ACRES IS A HIGH AND DRY FENCED YARD. IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR MORE THAN 7 ACRES USABLE LAND, THIS MAY NOT BE SUITABLE. THERE IS NO DOCK TO THE SHORE. YOU CAN NOT WALK TO THE LAKE ON DRY LAND! Do your due diligence or consult with a dock builder. This region is in an environmentally sensitive overlay zone. Shooting range berm and hunting tree stand on-site. (Please do NOT climb) an abundant deer population and ample turkey flocks in the wooded portion of the property. Lots of wild game to hunt. Enjoy daily visits from the magnificent peacocks and sandhill cranes that grace the yard. Furniture, gun safe, and zero-turn mower are negotiable. No flood insurance is required. New roof with full-price contract. See areal virtual tour.