7397 royal oak drive

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. 100,000 PRICE DROP — NOW'S YOUR CHANCE TO OWN THIS ONE-OF-A-KIND ESTATE HOME! Welcome to LAKE IN THE WOODS, one of Hernando County's most exclusive GUARD-GATED COMMUNITIES — and this is one of its most iconic homes! Tucked away on a PRIVATE 2-ACRE LOT at the end of a 400-FOOT DRIVEWAY, this 5-BEDROOM, 3-BATHROOM, POOL HOME offers over 5,000 SQUARE FEET UNDER ROOF with a 3-CAR SIDE-ENTRY GARAGE and PARKING FOR EVERYONE — including a DRIVE-THROUGH GARAGE BAY with doors on both sides (talk about unique!). And here's the best part — this home backs directly to the WEEKI WACHEE NATURE PRESERVE, giving you TOTAL PRIVACY IN THE HEART OF SPRING HILL. You'll feel worlds away, yet be just minutes from everything Inside, you'll find a layout that offers SPACE, STYLE, and ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES. The FORMAL LIVING ROOM opens to the pool, setting the tone from the moment you enter. The DINING ROOM is ready for your next gathering, and the FAMILY ROOM off the kitchen is anchored by a stunning WOOD-BURNING BRICK FIREPLACE for cozy nights in. The KITCHEN is a chef's dream, with a BRICK-SURROUND COOKTOP, DOUBLE WALL OVENS, LARGE CENTER ISLAND, WET BAR WITH SEATING, and a BREAKFAST NOOK with views of the private yard. Need space for guests or multi-gen living? There are FOUR GUEST BEDROOMS, including one with ENSUITE BATHROOM AND PRIVATE LANAI ACCESS—perfect for an IN-LAW SUITE, home office, gym, or nursery. The PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE features TWO CEDAR-LINED WALK-IN CLOSETS, a DRESSING VANITY, and a GARDEN TUB + WALK-IN SHOWER that feels like a spa retreat. But the real showstopper is out back: over 500 SQUARE FEET OF COVERED OUTDOOR SPACE with a SCREENED LANAI, POOL AND SPA, and a BUILT-IN OUTDOOR KITCHEN—perfect for entertaining under the stars while wildlife strolls by. Deer and other Florida favorites are frequent visitors here, adding to the peaceful, resort-style vibe. Recent updates include a NEW ROOF (2021), NEWER HOT WATER HEATER plus you get an INDOOR LAUNDRY ROOM, 12-ZONE SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH IRRIGATION WELL, and a FENCED BACKYARD. Located in SPRING HILL, FL, LAKE IN THE WOODS offers an unbeatable lifestyle with 24-HOUR SECURITY, PICKLEBALL & TENNIS COURTS, FISHING LAKE ACCESS, DOG PARK, PLAYGROUND, and even TRAILER/BOAT STORAGE — all with NO CDD FEES AND NO FLOOD ZONE! Call Laura today — you're going to love this home!!