FOR RENT OR FOR SALE. Experience the best of both worlds—peaceful country living with modern comfort and convenience—at this beautiful Brooksville property. Set on 2.5 picturesque acres that back directly to the Withlacoochee State Forest, this home offers the ideal lifestyle for those who want space, privacy, and the freedom to live more self-sufficiently, while staying just minutes from downtown shopping and dining. The main home features 1,897 sqft, 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, with an open and inviting layout that’s perfect for family gatherings and everyday living. The updated kitchen provides plenty of counter space and modern finishes, opening to a spacious living and dining area that flows easily to the outdoors. Step outside to enjoy your sparkling pool and covered outdoor kitchen area, ideal for entertaining or relaxing with family and friends. A separate 592 sqft, 1-bedroom, 1-bath casita/in-law suite includes a full kitchen and living room, making it perfect for extended family, or guests. Each home is on its own electrical meter, giving flexibility and independence. Outdoors, you’ll find everything you need for a homesteading lifestyle, including a 2,400 sqft pole barn with four rolling doors, electricity, water, and a partially air-conditioned section—great for projects, storage, or small business use. There’s also a large equipment shed, a chicken coop and pen, and plenty of room for gardening or raising animals. Backing up to the Withlacoochee State Forest, you’ll enjoy direct access to miles of scenic trails and the tranquility of nature right in your backyard. Just minutes from downtown Brooksville, this property offers a rare blend of comfort, functionality, and country charm—the perfect place to put down roots and live the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of.