Under contract-accepting backup offers. Don’t wait—this meticulously maintained St. James model is the one you’ve been searching for! Boasting 3 bedrooms, a den, 2 baths, a spacious 3-car garage, and an elegant paver driveway, this home is a rare find. Nestled on an almost half-acre lot that backs to conservation, it offers unparalleled privacy and tranquility—your very own retreat. Located in the highly desirable gated community of Oakleaf Hammock, with no CDD fees, this gem is just minutes from the new Creekwood Commons shopping center, offering a variety of shops and restaurants. Plus, with I-75 just a few miles away, you’ll enjoy seamless access to Tampa, St. Pete, Sarasota, and the area’s world-renowned beaches. Inside, this home impresses with high ceilings, a bright, spacious layout, and elegant formal living and dining rooms, perfect for entertaining. The home is flooded with natural light from the triple sliders in the living room and double sliders off the eat-in kitchen. The chef’s kitchen is sure to inspire, with a tile backsplash, a wall oven, and abundant counter and cabinet space. The luxurious master suite is a private sanctuary, featuring sliding doors to the lanai, a huge walk-in closet, and a spa-like master bath with dual sinks, a walk-in tiled shower, and a relaxing garden tub. Step outside to your private outdoor oasis—a heated pool, resurfaced in 2021 with Pebble Plaster Marbletite, and a pool cage recently re-screened with no-see-um screens, all set against the serene backdrop of conservation views. Upgrades abound, including luxury vinyl plank flooring and fresh paint (2023), Pella high-impact windows (Nov. 2023), a new roof (Dec. 2024), and an A/C system (Dec. 2019). The 3 car garage, with its new epoxy-coated floor (2024), offers ample storage and space for your vehicles. Homes like this don’t last long—schedule your private tour today and seize the chance to call this exceptional property yours. Paradise is waiting, but it won’t wait forever!