Wade M. Berlin

This is a motivated seller offering their single family residence at 9461 CR 657 in Bushnell, FL, to you. A delightful riverfront retreat facing a 50 acre bird sanctuary across the river; perfect for those seeking quietude and Mother Nature as she is meant to be seen. Built in 1985 and fully renovated by the present owners, the home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a spacious living area of 1,935 sq ft. featuring an open floor plan with a living room/dining room combo and a family room, all floored with ceramic tile plus wood burning fireplace. Fully equipped kitchen has granite counters and a kitchen island. The large primary bedroom boasts a full view of the river and includes built in closets, an ensuite full bathroom, plus large multi purpose connecting room suitable for a she shed or nursery. The property sits on a 0.28 acre lot, featuring chain link fencing to safeguard kids and pets. Constructed with a wood frame and wood siding, a new metal roof has just been added with a 20 year warranty. Utilities include electricity, well water, and a septic tank. Unique (for Florida) 500+ sq. ft. full basement (exterior access) makes ideal man cave with workbench, sink and full sized second freezer/fridge. Two parking spaces (one, a covered carport). Nestled in the family friendly River Retreats community and equidistant from Tampa, Orlando, and Ocala, besides direct water access, it's 15 minutes to grocery and drug stores, 30 minutes to the Villages, 17 minutes to golf and tennis at the Brooksville Country Club, and less than a half hour from three major hospitals. Local schools include Bushnell Elementary, South Sumter Middle, and South Sumter High. Important: though directly on the river, the house has never been flooded.