8963 SW 80th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608

Tucked along the southern edge of Willow Oak Plantation, this custom-built Tom Hunt home offers a rare combination of privacy, quality craftsmanship, and natural surroundings. Built in 2009 and positioned beside a designated conservation area, the property enjoys a peaceful setting with no rear or side neighbors. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home features extensive crown molding, tray ceilings, recessed lighting, wide-plank wood flooring, and new interior paint throughout. The spacious great room centers around a floor-to-ceiling stone accented gas fireplace and opens beautifully to the screened pool and spa through triple sliding glass doors that fully retract into the wall, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living spaces. Large windows and expansive sliding glass doors allow natural light to fill the living spaces while showcasing the surrounding conservation area views. The gourmet kitchen offers custom wood cabinetry, granite countertops, recessed electrical outlets, stainless appliances, spacious pantry, breakfast bar with tiled accent wall, and gas range. The private owner’s suite features a high tray ceiling, crown molding, direct access to the pool lanai, and a luxurious ensuite bath with dual vanity areas, two spacious walk-in closets, claw foot soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, and private water closet. Additional features include a central vacuum system, tankless water heater, inside laundry room with washer, dryer, utility sink, and storage closet, along with flexible use of Bedroom 4 through glass pocket doors that create an ideal study, office, or guest space. Outdoor living areas include paver walkways and a spacious screen-enclosed pool and spa with covered lanai overlooking the peaceful wooded conservation setting. The oversized garage layout includes a separate 13x13 workspace area adjacent to the two-car garage complete with utility sink, built-in cabinetry, work surfaces, refrigerator hookup, and wall-mounted storage organizers ideal for hobbies, projects, or additional storage needs. Surrounded by mature landscaping and conservation views, this property offers a private retreat within one of SW Gainesville’s desirable neighborhoods.