Experience the perfect combination of comfort, beauty, and privacy in this ranch-style home located on 8 acres. Designed for easy single-floor living, the expansive open-concept layout features large windows and cathedral ceilings with skylights that fill the home with natural light while showcasing picturesque views of the backyard gardens and visiting wildlife. Hardwood and tile floors run throughout the main level, adding warmth and style. Exposed beams and plantation shutters in the family room celebrate the craftsmanship of the home and add a timeless aesthetic to the space. A second-floor loft offers flexible living space-perfect for a home office, studio or recreation area. This home is equipped with multiple heating and cooling sources, including forced hot air, radiant floor heat, and an efficient heat pump to keep the space comfortable year-round. Outdoors, the property features once-celebrated hosta and lily gardens that were regularly toured by local garden clubs. These once-pristine gardens and paths are now waiting for a new owner's vision and care to restore them to their former glory-a unique opportunity for gardening enthusiasts to create something truly special. Privately set back from the road, this home offers a peaceful lifestyle while still being conveniently located close to Belfast and the coast.