Welcome to 5446 Lick River Ln in the coveted Oak Valley neighborhood of Gainesville, VA. For the very first time on the market, pride of ownership shines throughout this 5 bedroom 4.5 bath home spanning over 5,600 finished square feet. Important upgrades were made with care to ensure peace of mind for years to come-- Roof replacement including gutters and leaders (2018), two newer American Standard HVAC systems (2017), high efficiency gas Tankless Water Heater (2015) fitted with updated parts (2025), all above grade windows upgraded to Thompson Creek Windows (2014), several additional windows including the Transom Window replaced (2026), and a Stainless Steel Samsung Double Wall Oven (2025). An open floorplan makes this home an exceptional entertaining space, with a large dining room that flows directly into a breezy kitchen complete with a center island and an additional breakfast area. Natural light lovers will appreciate the gorgeous vaulted sunroom and will take delight in the two-story family room anchored by a gas-powered fireplace. Staircases conveniently located in both the front and the side of the home lead you upstairs where you'll find an extremely functional floorplan. The spacious primary includes tray ceilings, two closets plus a linen closet, an en-suite bathroom with a large soaking tub, shower, and a wide dual vanity. Two additional bedrooms connect with a full bath complete with a shower/tub combo. A fourth bedroom on the upper-level boasts hardwood floors and its very own en-suite bathroom with a shower/tub combo. As you make your way to the basement, you are greeted by a variety of spaces that can be used in endless ways. Over 1,000 square feet of finished basement space including a wet bar, a bedroom, a full bathroom, a massive den, and additional unfinished storage space. The walk out level basement leads to the true gem of this home... the nearly 3/4 acre fully fenced in backyard. Beautiful hardscaping with an in-ground pool and spa, tons of green space, and lovingly maintained garden beds make this house a true forever home. What sets 5446 Lick River Ln apart from the rest is the protected land behind the property line, meaning you have hundreds of meters of no-maintenance mature landscaping as your backdrop. Located in an unbeatable area, you are right off Catharpin Rd and minutes from both Haymarket and Gainesville. Whether you are enjoying the Haymarket Farmer's Market, having drinks and catching a movie at the Virginia Gateway shopping center, seeing one of your favorite bands play at Jiffy Lube Live, or hopping on I-66 to head east towards DC, you are truly at the center of it all. If you are inclined to spend time outdoors, you are just around the corner from Leopold's Preserve, Silver Lake Regional Park, and within arm's reach of a variety of breweries and wineries. Schedule a showing today and see all that Prince William County's finest has to offer!