9897 NW 160 AVENUE

Immaculate Farm house on 27.7 pristine acres ideally located in Morriston, just approximately 3 miles from HITS and 20 minutes to World Equestrian Center. As you enter the gate to this beautiful farm, you drive between lush green pastures, up an oak canopied paved drive to the charming two story farm house complete with wrap around porch and metal roof. The custom home boasts of 3381 sq. ft. of indoor living area with 4 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms, 2 living areas and a large eat in kitchen and over 900 sq. ft. of covered porches. The kitchen is complete with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, large walk-in pantry and a center island, ideal for large and small gatherings. The open concept allows for entertaining, which is enhanced by the flow from kitchen to enclosed lanai to the adjoining large covered outdoor patio with grilling area.<br />The large primary suite is on the first level and has oversized his and hers walk-in closets along with dual sinks, soaking tub and large walk-in shower. There are additional storage and closet areas at the back of the primary bathroom. There is also a second bedroom and full bathroom on the first level, separate from the half bath under staircase adjacent to the family room. Up the staircase, which divides the private second living area from the open concept family/dining/kitchen area, you will find two additional oversized bedrooms and bathrooms, each with walk in closets. For easy maintenance, the entire house is laminate or tile flooring and has been meticulously maintained. This home was designed for farm life functionality with an excellent balance of storage and living space in this home. The large laundry room accesses the outdoors. The spacious laundry has a sink and folding counter. This laundry room has a large sink and folding counter, and also has two storage closets. As you step out onto the concrete area with large covered pavilion, this is an amazing space for entertaining and family memories. A detached three car garage is also accessed from the laundry room via a short, covered walkway for convenient access. <br />The acreage is open, but dotted with oak trees, and was previously used horses and cattle. The pastures have been kept in pristine condition with regular fertilizer and pesticide treatments. There are presently four pastures, which could be further divided and a pond that is stocked with catfish and has a comfortable fishing pier. There are two equipment and tool sheds, along with a large 6 bay pole barn, which could be converted to a horse barn; however, the layout of this farm allows plenty of room to add your dream horse barn and arena. The possibilities for this property are endless with ample acreage for cattle, horse training or breeding and a large, comfortable updated move in ready home in such a coveted area of NW Ocala.