Price Improvement! Welcome to this beautiful, one-of-a-kind dream pool home in the heart of NW Gainesville in the friendly Cottage Grove neighborhood on almost an acre! Inside you will find freshly painted interiors, refinished wood floors, new engineered wood flooring. and brand-new HVAC system upstairs. The kitchen is enhanced with gorgeous granite countertops, new sink, new refrigerator, gas stove, and Bosch dishwasher, making it both stylish and functional. The home offers exceptional versatility with a game room featuring a pool table, second refrigerator, new aluminum roof, along with a bright sunroom for your plants with updated flooring. A whole house surge protector and a generator add peace of mind. Enjoy endless hot water with the tankless water heater. Central air upstairs and in the mother-in-law suite. The rest of the house has mini splits. There is a whole house water filter system. The private mother-in-law suite offers flexibility for extended family, guests, rental income potential, or a quiet home office. With its own entrance and climate control, it provides comfort and privacy while remaining connected to the main home. Step outside to your private backyard retreat with a huge 40’ x 20’ saltwater pool with a new pool filter and salt generator. Enjoy the custom wood deck under the cabana for meals and parties. Exterior improvements include fresh exterior paint, gutter guards, a 50-amp outlet for an electric vehicle or RV, and a carport. The huge two-story workshop provides additional flexibility for hobbies, storage, or creative use. And there is still plenty of room on the property for a large ADU. Another possibility is the city approved splitting up the lot, to sell off or build on. Close to downtown, University of Florida, UF Health, and VA Hospitals. Schedule your showing today and see firsthand why this home stands out from the rest. Seller is a licensed Florida real estate agent.