4698 HICKORY OAK DRIVE Welcome to the highly sought after golf course community of Southern Hills! This 4 year old one story Craftsman style build sits on a huge 0.4 acre lot and is loaded with upgrades. The CDD bond has been paid off on this home! You are greeted upon driving up to a fully pavered driveway and front porch, and a large 3 car garage. Natural light is abundant in this home from the minute you step through the front door. High ceilings make this home feel spacious and airy. This completely open floorplan has the living room, kitchen, and dining room all tied cohesively in the center of the home - perfect for entertaining! This elegant kitchen includes Quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven, an oversized island with plenty of seating, and a built-in pantry. The primary suite includes a large en suite bathroom featuring a seamless entry shower, double vanities, a soaking tub, and 2 huge walk-in closets. All of the bedrooms and bathrooms are on completely different corners of the house for ultimate privacy. This beautiful build includes 2 outdoor covered patios, one of which is screened with stackable sliding glass doors, and pre-plumbed for an outdoor kitchen! This oversized fully fenced backyard offers privacy and plenty of space to expand the patios or add a pool! Additional upgrades in this home include: plantation shutters, tankless water heater, irrigation in both the front and back yards, tray ceilings in the living room and primary bedroom, in-wall pest control system, and gutters all the way around with a leaf prevention screen. The spacious 3 car garage is perfect for multiple cars and a golf cart, and features additional storage inside as well. Not only is Southern Hills home to one of the most prestigious golf courses in Florida, it also features some incredible amenities including a resort style pool, Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball 2 restaurants, multiple bars including a pool bar, a driving range, gym, a 24/7 security gate, and more! Easy access to the Veterans Expressway, I-75, Major hospitals, and just 45 minutes to Tampa International Airport.