3520 SW 24TH AVENUE ROAD Welcome to your next home, a beautiful Mediterranean retreat on 1.14 acres! Located in the community of El Dorado with a 24 hour guard at the gate. Arrive at the gated front courtyard and enjoy the landscaping while watching sunset with a glass of wine. Enter through the truly impressive custom made arched double front door into a large foyer to greet your guests. A grand open floor plan of over 3700 living sq ft with Mediterranean tiles, plantation shutters and charming tile transitions between rooms. An expansive formal dining room, great room with vaulted ceiling and family room offer several living areas to gather and entertain. Any chef will enjoy cooking in the gourmet kitchen which features an eat in area, center island, custom built raised wood cabinets and solid surface quartz counters, updated appliances and a large panty. The home has 3 ample bedrooms plus a bonus flex room or office with a large storage closet, 2 full baths and a half bath for guests. There is a guest wing allowing privacy. Double doors lead into your primary suite and own peaceful oasis. The primary bath features a walk in shower and two walk in closets. There are 3 separate AC units: one for the primary suite and bonus / office, one for the kitchen, DR, FR and Great Room which has just been replaced in 2024, and one for the guest wing. The home has a large laundry / mudroom with a wall of cabinets, additional storage, bonus fridge and laundry sink. A large lanai off the kitchen allows for extensive outdoor entertaining and get togethers. Mature landscaping includes Blueberry bushes, figs, avocado and banana trees. The Roof is exquisite concrete painted tiles, recently repaired, repainted and resealed. This home has been lovingly cared for and maintained and is ready for it's next owners to start their next chapter. El Dorado has a 24 hour guard at the gate and a community tennis court. Amazing central location in the heart of Ocala close to all amenities, including shopping, restaurants, medical.