10395 SW 96th Way, Gainesville, FL 32608

Fantastic net-zero home on 2.5 acres in SW Gainesville's Hammock Ridge. The owners have spared no expense in maintaining this home in tip-top-shape. This 4 bedroom plus office, 2 bathroom home was built by Loren Spies in 2006. The Heather model is full of natural light, an open floor plan and high ceilings with a split bedrooms for privacy. One of the best built, roll-through RV garages I have ever seen. The 2 x 6 construction, loft storage, workshop, electricity, water, sewer connection and over 1,330 on the ground floor make this garage the envy of North Florida. Keep your toys safe (up to 5 cars) and protected or easily converted into an in-law suite, office or studio. Step off the circle driveway and onto the covered front porch. From the foyer you will see beautiful oak wood floors, vaulted ceiling and a truly open plan. To your left if the dining area and to your right the 4th bedroom with French Doors that could also double as a second office. Step into the Great Room and you will see the Kitchen is off to your left. The wood cabinets are complimented with quartz counter tops, a breakfast bar, double oven, microwave/range hood, pantry and lots of storage. Open to the Kitchen is the breakfast nook with built-in banquet seating and views of the gorgeous backyard. Off the Breakfast Nook are French Doors that open to the heated and cooled Florida Room. With banks of windows overlooking the terraced paver patio, you will love the view of nature including deer and turkey. The home is on septic and well. The well has a reverse osmosis system. The HVAC was replaced in 2019 and is a hi efficiency system. The electric tankless water heater was added in 2018. The home includes a fully owned, 14.9 Kilowatt solar array system that will ensure no to very low utility bills and comes with a 20 year warranty. Back at the other end of the Kitchen is the indoor Laundry Room with washer and dryer, and lots of extra cabinetry for storage. Off the laundry room is the converted garage which is heated and cooled. This could be used as bonus space, craft room, workshop, or converted back to an attached two-car garage. In the garage is a 8 x 10 completely finished office. Exiting the laundry room, to the left is the Primary Suite with oak floors, tray ceiling with crown molding and an en-suite bathroom. The Bathroom includes a double sink vanity, large jetted tub and separate shower. The large walk-in closet has a built-in organization system. On the other side of the home, are two additional guest bedrooms off the Great Room. These rooms have ceiling fans and oak floors and share the guest bathroom. The main house roof is 2006 and will be replaced prior to closing with an acceptable offer. The home is low maintenance exterior with Hardiboard siding and recent 30 year exterior paint job. Clay Electric Utilities, should you need them. Home has an alarm and irrigation systems. Low HOA dues of $110 a quarter. Hammock Ridge includes a park, playground and sports field. It is just 7 miles to the University of Florida and UF/Shands. An easy drive to nearby Tower Publix, area shops and restaurants and just 1 mile to Haile Plantation. Zoned for Archer Elementary, Oakview Middle and Newberry High Schools. The 2.5 acres abut the HOA owned conservation area. Enjoy nearby trails including the 12 mile Archer-Braid trail and bike path. One of a kind setting with peace and quiet and ease of mind in a net-zero, low maintenance home.