BEAUTIFUL, UPDATED 5 bedroom, 3 bath, 3-car garage SALTWATER POOL (and SPA!!) home in Fishhawk’s MERLINGLEN neighborhood, within walking or biking distance to highly coveted BEVIS Elementary School! Tons of updates including new pool heater and saltwater equipment in 2019, NEW ROOF in 2020 and new pool screen in 2021, as well as updates to the kitchen and Master Bath! When you enter through Beveled Glass Entry double doors you will feel right at home. Newly installed Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring flows throughout the main living areas including the formal dining and living rooms, which feature tray ceilings, wood molding, a STUNNING custom light fixture as well as French doors that lead out to a Truss covered lanai and SOLAR HEATED, SALTWATER POOL with SPA! You will love the GORGEOUS WHITE QUARTZ countertops, 42 inch cabinets, glass tile backsplash, shiplap accents and STAINLESS STEEL Appliances in the kitchen, which overlooks the living room and lanai, making it a perfect layout for entertaining family and friends! The living room showcases a lovely shiplap feature wall, including an electric fireplace and wood mantle (perfect to hang your stockings!), along with built in shelves on either side. The Owner’s Retreat has a private entry to the lanai, custom closet organizers, and en-suite bathroom with a garden tub, separate shower and dual vanities with new vessel sinks and faucets. Two of the secondary bedrooms share a bathroom, while the 4th bedroom has access to a separate full bath, offering privacy for everyone. The 5th bedroom has been turned into a magnificent office and boasts a custom bookcase (yes, it stays!), closet organizer and custom shiplap feature wall! Between the OPEN FLOOR PLAN, HUGE SCREENED LANAI and FENCED-IN BACKYARD, this home offers loads of indoor AND outdoor entertaining space! Move in and enjoy all the amenities that FishHawk Ranch offers: clubhouses, Movie Theater, fitness center, over 25 miles of trails for walking or biking, tennis courts, pools, water parks, and more! Schedule your private showing today!