11202 SW 170th St, Archer, FL 32618

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is situated on six private acres in a quiet and serene country setting, yet it is just minutes from major shopping areas in Gainesville and Newberry. Bring your horses or your cattle! It is zoned agricultural and can support a large garden, horses, and livestock if desired. The property slopes gently toward the front of the lot, with a perimeter lined with Cedar trees that provide additional privacy. The house features cement block construction with a stucco exterior for minimal maintenance and storm resistance.  The aluminum windows feature double-glazed construction for insulation, and all have removable windows and screens for easy cleaning with marble sills. Recent upgrades include a new 130 mph roof on both the house and back garage in 2020. A new HVAC system was installed in 2011. The heat exchanger and thermostat control panel were replaced in 2021. The septic system was replaced in 2020 with a new leach field. There is a center driveway. The additional driveway on the south edge of the property line is shared by deed with the neighboring property. This cozy home features engineered hardwood flooring in the living room, dining room,  family room, and main bedroom. The foyer has a closet with slate flooring leading to the living and family rooms. The family room features a wood-burning brick fireplace perfect for chilly winter nights. Large sliding glass doors provides access to the Lanai with a full backyard view. The dining room flows between the kitchen and living room and is convenient for entertaining guests. The kitchen features a tile floor with a spacious pantry. Appliances include a wall oven, a new microwave, and a new stainless steel dishwasher. There is an existing refrigerator and a recently updated glass electric cooktop. The adjoining breakfast area has a large window overlooking the backyard and a sliding glass door to the Lanai. The guest bath features a cultured marble counter with two sinks and large mirrors. The soaker tub has a cultured marble surround for low maintenance and easy cleaning.  The primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and private bathroom with a cultured marble-lined shower. New Kohler high 16-inch low flush toilets were installed in both bathrooms in 2018. The second bedroom has a large double door closet 7ft 10 inches long x 3 ft deep. The main home has an attached two-car garage with an automatic door opener and a laundry room, including a washer and dryer, which has been lightly used. A large, lighted storage area with pull-down stairs is above the garage. A separate two-car garage with full electrical power in the backyard provides additional storage and a workshop area. The second garage features frame construction and is equipped with termite protection, which includes annual inspections. It also has a storage area above. The roof was redone in 2022 concurrent with the house roof. Safety features include a complete AT&T alarm system with battery backup. All entries are hard-wired to the central alarm with two motion detectors mounted inside the house. There is an automatic night light in the front yard and on the rear garage. There are 4 motion activated perimeter lights around the house and rear garage. High Speed Internet Service is available.