Welcome to your waterfront oasis on the world-famous WEEKI-WACHEE RIVER, where you can enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, and exploring nature right from your backyard! Watch manatees, dolphins, and turtles swim by while you relax in your own slice of paradise. Located in a peaceful waterfront community, this home offers EASY ACCESS TO BOTH THE GULF OF MEXICO AND THE WEEKI WACHEE RIVER giving you the best of both worlds. Situated on the first canal from the Gulf, it's one of the few canals where access is not tide-dependent. The water remains 6-8' DEEP, so bring your big boat! Or head out on your jet-skis, kayaks and paddle boards the end of your canal, make a right, and you're on the crystal-clear waters of the main Weeki Wachee River. Talk about LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! This 3-BEDROOM, 2.5-BATHROOM home has recently undergone a complete renovation. The kitchen now boasts new ¾-inch MARBLE FLOORING, while the living areas feature Mullican Oak natural HARDWOOD FLOORING. The home also includes new pressure-treated Advantech tongue-and-groove subflooring and support beams, new drywall with a level 5 finish, and new hurricane-rated windows. The heart of the home is the huge kitchen, which has been fully renovated with upgraded cabinets, granite countertops, and newer appliances. The large center island and breakfast bar with a custom-made live-edge wood top provide plenty of room for entertaining, along with a large dining space. The living room is stunning, with brand new FLOOR-TO-CEILING WINOWS perfect for watching the sunset from your WEST-FACING backyard. Open the sliders to enjoy true indoor/outdoor living with mature landscaping, a large brick-paver area for outdoor furniture, a privacy fence, and a floating dock for all your toys. A large sunroom (38'x7') offers additional space for a home office, gym, or even a bunk room for visiting guests. The master bedroom includes a large walk-in closet and a recently renovated bathroom with a walk-in shower. Additional recent upgrades include renovated bathrooms, all new HVAC ductwork in the attic, a newer hot water heater, fresh paint, and new baseboards and doors. You can watch the wildlife in the river right from your backyard, or even better, hang out on your large floating dock or 50-foot concrete seawall and fish or swim right in your backyard. ? A storage shed and plenty of parking in the front complete this home. No HOA and no short-term rental restrictions. Nestled in the heart of nature, you'll love exploring the surrounding areas of Hernando Beach, Weeki Wachee, and Aripeka. Each offers unique adventures, from sandy beaches and mermaid shows to charming fishing villages.