Enjoy pond and conservation views within the privacy of your own backyard oasis! This 3 bedroom 2 bath gem is located within the gated community of Forest Ridge and has been lovingly maintained with only two owners ever. Here you'll enjoy a desirable split floor plan with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and volume ceilings that flood the home with light. There's ceramic tile throughout the main living areas and second and third bedrooms. Upon entering, you're met by the dining area that's separate yet open to the living room for easy entertaining. There's ample cabinet space in the kitchen, which includes a double oven, a newer dishwasher and an an almost new Samsung stainless refrigerator. There's also a breakfast bar with an adjoining eat-in kitchen space. The kitchen opens to the light and bright family room complete with a gas burning fireplace and electric hurricane shutters on the sliders out to the back yard. The spacious master suite has a walk-in closet and sliders out to the Florida room, and the bath offers double sinks, a water closet, a walk-in shower, and a jetted bathtub. The 191sf Florida room serves as an additional living space (not included in square footage) that can be enjoyed as a sitting area, game room or office. Step outside and enjoy the relaxing patio overlooking a lush conservation area with a gorgeous pond view where you can relax or entertain while watching the wildlife. The garage has newer epoxy paint on the floor and plenty of storage cabinets. NEW roof 2017! New AC 2019!! 2018 water softener and updated second bath. 2019 washer and dryer included. Front exterior lighting is on a timer. Located just minutes from restaurants, schools, shopping, the famous Sponge Docks, historic downtown Tarpon Springs, beaches, and parks.