Light, bright. Open!! Hard to find 3 br, 2 ba heated saltwater pool home w/ spa overlooking wooded private view and no rear neighbors! Well maintained and move in ready, here's your slice of paradise in popular gated sabalwood at river ridge. As you enter, you'll be greeted by views of your own gorgeous sparkling pool with screened enclosure perfect for year round relaxation and entertaining. Imagine enjoying outdoor dining, quiet morning coffee or hosting parties in your own serene oasis, even a brick patio outside the enclosure for fire pit/grilling! Soaring cathedral ceilings and laminate flooring in this light filled and airy home with large living room/dining room combo flows seamlessly to poolside views, accessed via oversized sliding glass doors, creating a carefree ambience. The well designed kitchen makes meal prep a breeze, with plenty of cabinetry and counter space, along with upgraded stainless appliances '21, and recently added huge stainless sink and faucet '22. The kitchen includes breakfast nook with lots of light plus expansive breakfast bar for several bar stools. At the front of the home, a generous sized primary bedroom complete with vaulted ceilings, walk in closet and spa like ensuite bath with dual sinks, garden tub for soaking, and tiled walk in shower will be a restful retreat at the end of the day. Popular split floorplan allows for privacy, as two additional large bedrooms are situated at the rear of the home as well as a shared full bath with tiled tub/shower combo. Many updates here for your peace of mind! Pool pump '23, roof '21, ac '17 (new compressor '22), new stainless appliances '21, water softener '24, stainless kit sink and faucet '22, garage opener and pull down screen '20, newly painted interior '25 and ceiling fan w/light in primary br '25. This home is a standout and a great value for comfortable worry free living. No flood zone, high & dry, and no hurricane damage ever! Convenient location close to river ridge middle & hs, retail, dining, airports, golf courses, hospitals, vibrant downtown new port richey, very close to upcoming moffit center, and only mins to suncoast pkwy (589) commuting is easy! Make this adorable pool home yours, this is florida living!