Discover this custom-built four-bedroom, three-bath estate ideally positioned across the street from the Santos Trailhead and just 15 minutes from downtown Ocala or 16 miles from the World Equestrian Center. Zoned A-1 with no HOA and powered entry gates, this remarkable property offers the ultimate combination of privacy, functionality and opportunity. Constructed with solid block, brick veneer and an architectural metal roof, the home exudes both durability and timeless charm. A spacious front porch welcomes you to relax and take in the tranquil, tree-lined surroundings. Inside, an open floor plan with a triple-split layout provides ideal privacy and flow. Vaulted ceilings and new luxury vinyl plank flooring enhance the inviting living and family rooms. The chef's kitchen features abundant solid wood cabinetry, and a large island with breakfast bar. The primary suite includes dual walk-in closets and a spa-style bath with floor-to-ceiling tiled shower, private water closet with urinal, linen closet and dual-sink vanity. Three additional guest bedrooms offer ample space, including one with an adjoining office and direct access to a full bath and back porch, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Additional highlights include a mudroom with washer/dryer hookups, a rear porch with commercial ice maker, gray-water washer/dryer hookups, and a covered carport. Outdoors, this property shines as a homesteader or equestrian's dream, featuring a chicken coop, tractor shed with 6x6 treated poles and metal roof, and an irrigated garden area. A 20-foot-deep root cellar provides exceptional long-term storage for agricultural use or emergency preparedness. This is more than a home, it's a lifestyle estate offering endless possibilities for recreation, income potential and self-sustainability.