Under contract-accepting backup offers. $3,000 cash back toward closing costs or buy-down points with acceptable offer! Nestled on a private, tree-filled corner lot of over half an acre, one of the LARGEST lots in Deer Run, this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of peaceful nature and convenient Gainesville living. Located just 5 minutes from Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park with incredible hiking and biking opportunities nearby, this property is also only 10 minutes from University of Florida, 15 minutes from Gainesville Regional Airport, and close to the VA Hospital, Santa Fe College, San Felasco Tech Center, and Progress Center. Inside, you'll find a warm and inviting living room featuring a stunning brick wood-burning fireplace flanked by built-in shelving, a formal dining room with additional built-ins, a breakfast bar in the kitchen, newly updated bathrooms, a new dishwasher, and a negotiable new refrigerator. One bedroom includes impressive built-in shelving, while the spacious primary suite offers a sizable walk-in closet. Enjoy serene, wooded views and abundant wildlife from the large screened back porch, kitchen window or small screened front porch! This home is known as the "Deer House" in the community! You will see deer in the yard most mornings and evenings! The freshly painted back porch and oversized 2½-car garage provide even more appeal, with room for two vehicles plus extra storage space. The large, detached workshop, with electric, offers endless possibilities, whether for hobbies, storage, outdoor toys, or even conversion into a mother-in-law suite. A new roof installed in December 2022 adds peace of mind. Homes offering this much privacy, space, wildlife, and location convenience rarely come available - schedule your private showing today!