**SELLER OFFERING $10K RATE BUYDOWN INCENTIVE** Tucked away in a wonderful country setting yet close to everything, this tastefully updated and lovingly maintained four bedroom with an additional office, three bathroom home with over three thousand square feet is simply a must see! Set on almost an acre of land, curb appeal abounds with mature landscaping and a side entry two car garage welcoming you. As you step inside you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light and charmed by the soaring twelve foot ceilings that run throughout the living areas. Open concept living shines in the great room with the well appointed kitchen flowing into the living and informal dining areas. The kitchen is truly a chef's dream with a great deal of granite counter space for preparation, plenty of cabinetry for your storage needs, stainless steel appliances, bar height counter seating, and a pantry. The expansive living area is highlighted by a feature wall and a sliding glass door that frames the picturesque backyard views. Located just off the entry with easy access to the kitchen, the formal dining room is waiting to host your dinner guests. The generously sized owners suite, placed in its own private wing of the home, is truly an oasis with a large walk-in closet (10' feet by 12 feet!) and a private en suite complete with a soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, dual sink vanity, and water closet. The three-way split bedroom floorplan places two guest bedrooms in their own wing along with a hall bathroom with a shower/tub combo. The fourth bedroom is located just off the great room and features a private bathroom, making it a wonderful in-law or guest suite. There is also a dedicated office perfect for remote work (wired with high-speed internet) and large enough to be utilized as a fifth bedroom! Finishing off the interior layout is an oversized laundry room offering plenty of storage along with access to the two car garage. Step out into the screened and covered lanai and you'll find your own private piece of paradise! The yard is fully fenced with an abundance of green space along with a newer above ground pool with a beautiful deck as well as a paved patio and firepit just waiting for you to make many memories around! Wonderful location with many shopping and dining options located nearby along with easy access to HWY 98, I-4, downtown Lakeland, Orlando, and Tampa. Put it all together and you'll soon see why this one of a kind property needs to be on the top of your list!