Bring your horse! Explore this expansive ranch-style home, beautifully on a generous 1.58-acre lot that combines the tranquility of a park-like setting off Interstate 475, with conveniences of proximity to town. Just 10 minutes away, you'll find all the downtown Ocala scene with shopping, dining, and medical facilities and hospital. The home boasts a family room with soaring vaulted ceilings and a separate formal dining room, complemented by additional space ideal for a den or office. Revel in the chef's kitchen, which features an open floor plan and is equipped with new appliances from 2023. Ample cabinet and counter space, and an oversized kitchen sink make it an ideal venue to unleash your culinary creativity. This four-bedroom, two-bath split floor plan residence offers numerous updates and upgrades, including a newly fenced area suitable for horses and two paddocks/pens to include water hookups, roof in 2022, 2024 interior/exterior paint throughout, hurricane-resistant windows, 2017 air conditioner, 2024 water heater and 2024 new well accessories with a whole-house Pelican filtration system. Don't overlook the allure of the screened-in porch and patios, ideal for outdoor relaxation and entertainment. Additionally, two electrified outbuildings provide ample storage for lawn equipment or recreational vehicles like ATVs and other outdoor toys. This home is an ideal blend of rural charm and modern convenience for those looking for space and serenity near the amenities of the city.