Welcome to Lantern Village in the highly acclaimed town of Medford just steps from Medford Lakes. As you drive through this hidden enclave of homes to the top of the cul-de-sac is where you will find 17 Nelson Drive. You will know you are home when you see this gorgeous brick faced, 2-story home with hip roof and side turned 3-car garage. This home was built in 2004 and has been steadily improved ever since. Enter into a generous foyer which is a perfect place to welcome guests. Hardwoods span the entire first floor except for the newly carpeted Family Room. This home has a traditional flow. A Chefs Kitchen is adorned with 42in Maple cabinetry, tile back splash, center island, Corian countertops, the new look, 9 mos old, black stainless steel appliances and pantry. Sliders offer access to the trex decking with hot tub overlooking the pool just installed in March, 2020. An open, sun lit, two story Family Room adjoins the Kitchen complete with gas fireplace. French doors offer privacy to a first floor office with built-in desk and shelving, all included. A powder room and laundry room with utility sink and cabinetry complete this first floor. The Master Bedroom suite offers privacy and solitude with a huge walk-in closet with custom cabinetry and shelving. Adjoining the Master Bedroom is a luxurious master bath with dual sinks, soaking tub, oversized shower with seating and its own linen closet. There are three additional generously sized bedrooms and hall bath. The entire basement has been refinished creating your own hideaway pub with full custom wet bar and game area that includes pool, shuffle board tables, gas fireplace and TVs with surround sound system. Adjoining the pub/game room is another large finished area offering a multitude of possible uses including a play room or possible in-law suite. There is a third full bath as well. This is the most fun home Medford has to offer. Besides what the finished basement offers, the backyard backs to Pinelands protected woods for privacy, as well as offering 2 decks, a hot tub and brand new pool installed in March, 2020. Other amenities include crown moulding, holiday lighting package, dual zone heat and central air, water softener, sprinkler system in front and back yards, Bilco doors for basement entry and outstanding schools. This home is in close proximity to major highways, Philadelphia and the shore. Social distance and staycation in this superb Medford home!