Welcome to easy Florida living in the highly sought-after Cardinal Oaks community of Lake Mary. This well-maintained four-bedroom, two-bath home features a desirable split floor plan with the primary suite privately situated on one side and three additional bedrooms on the other. The open-concept layout connects the updated kitchen, family room, dining area, and breakfast nook, making everyday living and entertaining effortless. In 2023, all carpet in the secondary bedrooms was removed and replaced with laminate wood flooring that flows seamlessly into the engineered hardwood flooring in the dining and family rooms. A full-home water filtration and softener system with reverse osmosis was also added in 2023. Enjoy a true backyard retreat with a fully fenced yard (wood privacy fencing on sides and aluminum picket fencing along the rear) preserving views of the private, protected woodlands. The outdoor living space was completely transformed in summer 2025 with new screened patio beams and screens, plus a raised paver deck and butterfly garden, creating an incredible outdoor oasis. Additional improvements include a new roof and A/C (2020), new septic system (2020), paver driveway and walkway (2021), upgraded windows and doors throughout, and updated kitchen. Ideally located near top-rated schools, parks, shopping, dining, and major roadways.