This work for home sanctuary is located on a quiet cul-de-sac with only 8 other family homes. A custom-built, Quality Home bungalow featuring a circular paved driveway leading to the residence that backs onto a lush forest. Large windows throughout the home allow natural light to pour in, while three walkouts open to a private and lush backyard. A spacious foyer welcomes you into a sitting area that could be the ideal home office area with sunrises to start your day off right and garden views to offer a relaxing distraction. The Great room offers an open living area with a vaulted ceiling and a wall of windows, offering walkout access to an outdoor sanctuary. This space includes a functional deck, a hot tub, views of the mature forest, and a cozy seating area perfect for enjoying bonfires and roasted treats. The bright and spacious eat-in kitchen boasts a breakfast area, ample cupboard space, and extensive counter space. The dining room, featuring a pass-through to the great room, ideal for entertaining. Twin French doors can provide intimate dining or open to the four-season sunroom with another walkout to the spacious deck and backyard. The large principal bedroom includes dual closets and a private walkout to the serene outdoor area. This family-sized home also provides access to an attached 2-car garage, a main-floor laundry with access to the outside, and a conveniently located three-piece bathroom. The full basement offers two additional bedrooms, a three-piece bathroom, and areas for play and storage. Extensive updates since 2020 include renovations to bathrooms, hardwood flooring, septic and water systems, and basement finishes. Situated 15 minutes from both Barrie and Orillia in the scenic, rolling hills of Oro-Medonte, Canada's answer to New England. The property is just 10 minutes from Hardwood Hills Olympic-grade cross-country ski and bike trails, Horseshoe Valley Ski Resort, stunning Lake Simcoe and conveniently close to Highway 11 on paved roads. (id:27)