Tucked deep within Rainbow Springs Forest, this private 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath pool home with a 2-car garage sits on 1.18 wooded acres, offering a rare blend of seclusion and community living. An additional contiguous 1.14-acre parcel is also available for a potential package purchase. Inside, the 1,921 sq ft split floor plan features oak hardwood and tile flooring throughout, with two living areas, formal dining, and a breakfast nook-all positioned to capture views of the in-ground pool and wooded setting. The spacious kitchen offers maple cabinetry and a functional layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The private primary suite features dual walk-in closets and an en-suite bath with a soaking tub and separate walk-in shower. Recent updates include a brand-new roof (2025), new gutters (2025), resurfaced pool and pool deck, new drain field with septic serviced (2025), new water heater (2025), updated water lines (2021), HVAC serviced (2025), and a 26kW whole-home Generac generator with a 500-gallon underground LP tank (2024). The well system was replaced in 2016, and the home also includes newer appliances. Bordering the community is nearly 600 acres of state-owned parkland surrounding the headwaters of the Rainbow River. The low annual HOA fee of just $250 includes river access plus amenities such as a community pool, fitness center, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, restaurant, and more. Conveniently located near Rainbow Springs State Park, World Equestrian Center, Ocala, Dunnellon, and I-75, this property offers both privacy and accessibility