Experience a great escape that truly combines the best of small town and rural life. This beautiful estate sits on a serene 1.5 acre lot, tucked away on a quiet street but close by everything you need. Just across the street from Stetson University, you’ll spend weekends relaxing on the river at Hontoon Island, biking around Painters Pond, browsing the Northgate Shopping Center, savoring the mom & pop restaurants downtown, and catching the latest show at Athens Theatre. Enjoy Florida’s finest outdoor living with a 450 sq ft swimming pool, 432 sq ft wood deck, a covered lanai, and room to build. Install a tennis, volleyball or basketball court, an outbuilding or office, a mother in law suite, or even a sustainable food garden. Recent home upgrades include fresh paint, new light fixtures, new windows, two new AC units, and a new roof. Inside this spacious 6 bedroom home you’ll be greeted by open and airy formal living and dining spaces, filled with natural light and leading into the kitchen. The kitchen features under cabinet lighting, floor to ceiling cabinets, tile floors, a breakfast nook overlooking the pool, and access to the laundry room with built ins. The back entrance from the carport leads into a private bed and bath, which could offer a great opportunity as a rental and creating monthly cash flow. The kitchen leads into the family room with a gorgeous brick double fireplace and sliding doors to the enclosed patio. The large downstairs master suite features double closets, sliding doors to the peaceful side yard, a bathroom vanity with ample counter space and a standing shower offering bench seating. Downstairs you’ll find four bedrooms, and upstairs you’ll find two bedrooms with a guest bath featuring a skylight in between. Located with convenient access to the Amtrak/SunRail station, DeLand Municipal Airport, and S Woodland Blvd, this home is USDA financing eligible. To see this incredible estate, view the 3D virtual tour and call today to schedule a showing!