Private wooded setting near Lake Carlos! Nestled on nearly an acre wooded lot, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a wonderful combination of privacy, space, and convenience. Enjoy a peaceful setting just minutes from town and within walking distance of Lake Carlos, giving you easy access to recreation, boating, fishing, and all the amenities of the area. The main level features a warm and inviting living room with a wood-burning fireplace, creating the perfect gathering space. The updated kitchen offers abundant cabinet and counter space and flows seamlessly into the dining area. Step directly from the dining area onto the maintenance-free deck, making grilling and outdoor entertaining a breeze. Three bedrooms are located on the main level, including a spacious primary bedroom with convenient walkthrough access to the main-floor bathroom. The lower level adds even more living and entertaining space with a large family room, versatile hobby/game room, and plenty of additional storage. An existing non-conforming bedroom space provides flexibility for guests, an office, workout area, or other needs. With the addition of an egress window, this space could potentially be converted to a conforming bedroom. There is also ample open storage space that could offer additional possibilities for future use. Outside, enjoy the privacy of the wooded backyard from the maintenance-free deck, patio, and gazebo. The nearly one-acre lot provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden, or enjoy the outdoors, while also offering excellent potential for a detached garage or additional outbuilding. Numerous updates have been completed over the past several years, including a remodeled kitchen, updated main bathroom, newer garage floor and driveway, newer washer and dryer, exterior staining, and a recently added ductless mini-split system providing supplemental heating and air conditioning. If you're looking for a private wooded setting with plenty of space, numerous updates, and the convenience of being close to both Lake Carlos and town, this property is a must-see!