UNIQUE 5BR/3BA 3000+ SF split floor plan home, with den, formal dining room, 3 car garage, on over 1/3 acre lot in the popular Parrish community of Ancient Oaks… Low HOA, NO CDD. Plus, new roof 2017, new HVAC 2016, solar 2016, water softener system. Inside you'll adore the enormous centrally located great room and open floor plan accented by volume ceilings, transom window accents, arched windows and doorways, with custom cutout niches and lots of architectural details. Hand scraped hardwood throughout the main living areas, and tile in kitchen and all baths. A large cook's kitchen that opens to the Great room allows the chef to be a part of conversation and activity. Kitchen features: breakfast bar, center island, built in desk, closet pantry, mahogany cabinetry, and Corian counters. Bonus den just inside the foyer is perfect for office, media room, craft room, or playroom. Other upgrades include designer blinds, plantation shutters, tray ceilings, and decorative shelves. The private Master bedroom en suite includes walk-in closet, garden tub, separate shower, dual sinks, private toilet, and sitting area. The four additional bedrooms and 2 baths are all located on the opposite side of the home from the Master suite. Two of the bedrooms both have direct “Jack & Jill” access to the 3rd bathroom. Walk through double sliding doors from the Great room onto the screened lanai with natural preserve views beyond, look to the southeast for a picturesque view of the nearby pond. The back yard is a blank palette for you to create your dream outdoor living space with plenty of room to add a pool if you desire. Located in Manatee County, Ancient Oaks is conveniently located near shopping, Prime Outlet Mall, UTC Mall, restaurants, theaters, retail stores, hospitals and much more. Just north of the Manatee River and minutes to I-75 south or north, and to I-275 and the Skyway Bridge making Ancient Oaks an easy commute to St. Petersburg, Tampa, Bradenton, Sarasota, award-winning Gulf beaches and all that the Florida Suncoast has to offer.