Get ready for summer nights in Southern Oaks with this beautifully maintained 4 bedroom, 2 bath home in Parrish, Florida. With low HOA fees and no CDD taxes, this home sits on a premium lot offering both privacy and picturesque views. Enjoy a large protected PRESERVE in the back and an open green space with a pond and lighted fountain right across the street, perfect for peaceful mornings and glowing sunset evenings. Inside, you'll find a gently lived-in home that shows true pride of ownership. The thoughtful split floor plan offers flexibility for guest space or dual home offices, ideal for today’s lifestyle. The open great room layout combines the kitchen, dining, and living areas, all opening to the screened pool area with stunning western views over the preserve. The kitchen is perfect for entertaining, featuring a center island, bar seating, and a walk-in pantry. Step outside to your private retreat, complete with a HEATED in-ground SALTWATER pool featuring a soothing fountain and color-changing LED lights to set the mood for any occasion. The extended covered lanai includes ceiling fans, travertine deck and an upgraded screened enclosure (no-see-um and tuffscreen panels), making it a perfect spot for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Additional highlights include insulated windows with hurricane shutters, a NEW ROOF in 2024, an irrigation system to keep the yard lush, and a location just two doors down from the community playground and dog park. Perfectly positioned between the shopping and dining options of Parrish and North Lakewood Ranch, this home offers the best of both comfort and convenience in a peaceful, welcoming neighborhood.