NOT YOUR TYPICAL NEIGHBORHOOD! This one of a kind custom built salt water pool home is tucked away on a spacious half acre lot (includes 2 parcels) in the heart of Waterwood IIa mature oak hammock filled with majestic 100+ year old oak trees, a rarity in todays neighborhoods and has low HOA of only $350 for the year. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath floor plan offers 2 bonus rooms and 2 living areas. Kitchen has built in desk area and has enough room for additional island, counter height breakfast bar and eat in space for additional breakfast table. The design provides ample space for both relaxation and entertainment. Oversized rooms are bathed in natural light thanks to numerous windows and skylights. There is even a sun room off the master bath that could be converted to an extra shower area for pool guests to keep wet clothes and feet outside. Great room overlooks large 14x28 deep water 8.5ft pool (22 thousand gallons), with LED lighting for evening entertainment. Recent updates include a brand new roof and 2 new A/C, ensuring comfort and peace of mind. The home is not located in a flood zone, and both the electric and plumbing systems are fully up to code. The property is just one house away from the community activity area, where you'll find tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts, along with a covered picnic area featuring charcoal grillsideal for family gatherings or social events. If you enjoy walking or biking, this neighborhoods five winding cul de sacs offer a peaceful, shaded environment to explore. The front entrance is minutes away from the Ft. Frasier Trail, which spans miles of scenic paved paths between Bartow and Lakeland, and also connects to Circle B Bar Reserve, which is only 6 miles away, by car or bike, offering incredible wildlife experiences. For your everyday needs, Highland Town Center is just 2 miles away and features a Publix, local dining options, a Mid Florida CU, a pet shop with grooming and training services, and more with 3 college campuses, Polk State, Southeastern University, FL Southern, right around the corner. Its also in a great K 12 school district that can go to Bartow or Lakeland schools. Home has new Roof and 2 new Freon free A/C Amana unit and 50 gal water heater replaced in 2019. Has high speed Frontier connected for home office. No lease or pet restrictions from HOA. Exterior is Painted Cedar for bug repellant. Large 2 car garage with sink for easy workshop or gardening clean up. No major 4pts expenses on this home needed to meet insurance needs. Conveniently located with easy access to both Tampa and Orlando from the Polk Parkway just 6 miles away makes this central location the perfect place to call home!