**multiple offers** Welcome Home! Nestled on one of the best & highly coveted lots in Garden Lakes you'll find this stunning pool home with lake views throughout that is sure to impress. No expense was spared in the updates to this private oasis inside and out. This home has been well maintained and features a beautifully updated Kitchen with Solid wood soft close cabinets complete with pullout shelves and drawers, an island, cabinet pantry, tile backsplash, farm sink, stainless steel appliances, & gorgeous quartz counters. High ceilings, plantation shutters, oversized sliders, large open concept living spaces, paver driveway, entry, and pool patio are just a few of the details that convey the grandeur of this home. Lake views can be enjoyed throughout the home, from the large Florida room, and the large encaged pool area. The Heated Pool and Spa were added to the home in 2017 and feature a dedicated heater for both the pool and the spa. The spa heat and jets are controlled by remote for your convenience. The large oversized pocket sliders create a seamless transition from your indoor living area to your outdoor living area providing endless options for how you want to entertain friends and family or enjoy the nature that surrounds you. Relax with your favorite beverage during sunset from your pool or enjoy a morning nature walk through some of the most peaceful and quaint walking paths throughout the community. Enjoy maintenance free living including your homes exterior (except for your roof). The homes Tile Roof was replaced in 2004 and the owners had a roofing company come out in 2022 to provide upgrades for the best possible wind mitigation discounts. All homes windows were replaced in 2019 with hurricane impact windows. Additionally a Hurricane accordion slider was installed for the Florida room and the Front and back door of the home were replaced with hurricane doors. The side garage door was replaced with a hurricane door in 2022. New AC was installed in 2020 and a new water heater was installed in 2019. The owners suite features lake views, a large bedroom with a walk-in closet and secondary closet. There is an Ensuite bathroom with dual sink vanity and a shower with a built-in bench. There is also an additional Bedroom/Den just off the owners bathroom. The split floor plan also offers a separate bedroom and bathroom secluded from the owners area and common areas of the home. A full list of updates are available. Garden Lakes is a nature friendly, gated, amenity rich 55+ community. There is a Clubhouse, heated pool, newly updated community kitchen, meeting room, billiard room, community room, & library. There is also a fitness room, tennis/pickle ball and shuffleboard courts. They have a robust schedule of amazing social events and great neighbors to do life with. In addition to the amenities & maintenance free lifestyle you'll enjoy having your cable, internet, trash & yards irrigation covered in your HOA fees. This nature immersed community is a rare find, its hard to believe how close you are to golfing, shopping, dining, exertainment, Lakewood Ranch, UTC, and I75. Schedule a tour, fall in love, and make this your home today!