Beautifully maintained 3 bedroom 2 bath home with an oversized one car garage sits on 1/3 of an acre close to downtown Ocala. In addition to the 3 bedrooms, a versatile flex room provides endless possibilities and can easily serve as a home office, study, playroom or hobby space to suit your needs. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the main living areas, while the bedrooms feature carpeting and the bathrooms are finished with tile. Over the past several years, the kitchen and bathrooms have been tastefully updated, and the home has been lovingly cared for with numerous improvements throughout. Major updates include a new roof in 2023, HVAC system replaced in 2016, all kitchen appliances updated in 2020, new exterior doors and all new interior closet doors. Adding warmth and character to the home is a charming brick wood-burning fireplace with built-in cabinetry, perfectly situated between the informal living area room and kitchen. Outside, the beautifully landscaped lot creates wonderful curb appeal, while the backyard offers a relaxing pavered patio overlooking a peaceful 11-acre nature conservancy park. With no rear neighbors and protected green space behind the property, you'll enjoy privacy and tranquil views for years to come. Combining timeless charm, quality updates and an exceptional setting, this move-in-ready home is one you won't want to miss.