Beautifully updated 4BR, 3BA ranch in the desirable Lake Forest section of Lake Hopatcong. The home features an inviting open front porch, and a flexible layout with multiple living zones, ideal for anyone needing additional space or privacy. or anyone needing extra space. The first floor offers an updated kitchen, dining room with access to the deck, a spacious living room, laundry connections, an updated hall bath, and a private primary suite with its own updated bathroom and separate sitting room with fireplace. Three additional bedrooms and second full bath complete the main level. The walkout lower level expands the living space with a large rec room, a bonus room with walk-in closet, newly renovated ensuite bathroom, and direct access to an impressive 4-car tandem garage (2-car wide opening). perfect for hobbyists, storage, or workshop needs. Major mechanical upgrades include newly connected natural gas, a new direct-vent hot water heater, new forced hot air heat and central AC, plus a dual-head mini-split system serving the finished basement rooms. A rare combination of updates, space, and garage capacity in a sought-after lake community move-in ready and packed with value. Exterior painting is in progress.