This 4-bedroom 2.5 bath POOL HOME is located in the serene, GATED community of Heron Preserve in K-Bar Ranch. The large covered front porch and paver driveway, along with BRAND NEW EXTERIOR PAINT (8/2021), provide a crisp and inviting curb appeal. Upon entering the foyer, you will notice the attention to detail and with TONS OF UPDATES, including custom board and batten and trim along the walls, luxury vinyl plank flooring and neutral interior paint throughout. Located off the foyer at the front of the home is a flex room, currently used as a dining room, that could also make a wonderful formal living room or office space. A half bathroom is located off the hallway leading to the open living room and kitchen along the entire back of the home, overlooking the backyard. In the kitchen, you will find a large island perfect for entertaining with granite countertops, 42” cabinets and stainless-steel appliances. The kitchen has a newly installed sink (2021), new dishwasher (2021) and all new light fixtures (2021). A spacious built-in office is located off the kitchen, perfect for working from home or a homework space, including a built-in desk and drawers for storage, as well as custom built-in shelving above. Along the living room, adjacent to the kitchen and eating space, three large custom framed windows look out toward the backyard view, along with a newly installed ceiling fan (2021) and a custom accent wall. Oversized sliding glass doors open to the fenced in BACKYARD OASIS with a covered porch area, POOL, large patio space and a GAZEBO, perfect for entertaining friends and family, all overlooking a serene POND VIEW. As you walk up the staircase, the owner's suite, HUGE walk-in closet, and laundry room with built-in cabinets for additional storage are located to the left. There are 3 additional bedrooms and a large, full bathroom with granite countertops and double sinks adjacent to the owner's suite. At the garage entryway, a closet is located under the staircase, providing TONS of additional storage. This home has a newer TANKLESS WATER HEATER (2017), and a BUILT-IN SOUND SYSTEM for the entire house. An amazing gem in New Tampa, this home has been well-cared for and updated, and it shows! Neighborhood and Community Amenities include playgrounds, dog park, community pool, and tennis and basketball courts. CDD included in taxes.