Located 5 minutes from walking paths, clubhouse, all amenities and the big lake, this one of a kind Sophia model with 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 2 car garage and great curb appeal is loaded with upgrades and custom features. The front is enhanced with decorative concrete borders around the walkway and the manicured yard with colorful, blooming plants. As you walk through the 8 ft. glass door, you will notice an open floor plan with lots of natural light and 9 ft. tall ceilings. Ceramic tile floors in the main areas are diagonally installed. High quality Armstrong laminate flooring is in all bedrooms and closets (there is no carpeting in this home). Both guest bedrooms have ample closets.The large gourmet kitchen has granite countertops offering an extended serving bar, tumblestone backsplash, upgraded GE stainless steel appliances including a double oven, microwave, dishwasher and double door refrigerator. 42" maple cabinets with crown molding have over/under cabinet lighting, cabinet pantry, rollout drawers, and a glass door in one upper cabinet segment. There is a breakfast area in the kitchen with space for informal dining. The spacious living room has a triple 8 ft. sliding door leading to the private screened lanai overlooking a serene nature sanctuary -- like a private garden sheltered with lush pines, mature blooming trees and plants attracting butterflies and hummingbirds!  The master bedroom features a walk-in closet.  Master bathroom has a double vanity, granite countertop, bidet toilet and walk-in shower. 2nd bath has an American Standard walk-in tub with hydro, chromo and aromatherapy jets!  All light fixtures and fans are updated featuring recess lighting in the kitchen, living room and 3rd bedroom. Additional features include: water softener and reverse osmosis system, plantation shutters in master bdrm on glass entry door and sliders to lanai, epoxy floor and overhead storage shelf (4x8 ft) in the garage, custom shades in the lanai, rain-flow seamless gutters, air scrubber component within HVAC system that purifies and deodorizes the air inside, updated light fixtures and fans including hand painted Tiffany style light in dining room!  Furniture is available for sale. PLEASE WATCH

3-D VIDEO TOUR FOR THIS HOME. Valencia Lakes is a 55+ golf cart community. 40 acre waterfront outdoor recreation area with resort-style heated pool, lap and resistance pool, 40,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, deluxe Bistro, arts and crafts studio, har-tru tennis courts, fitness center, half court basketball, pickleball and bocce courts, dog park, baseball park, hundreds of clubs and activities, RV/boat storage area. Over 100 acres set aside as nature preserves; enjoy the quiet and solitude of peaceful views, birds & wildlife by the water. More than 3 miles of bike and walking paths. Great sense of community with great friendly neighbors. Please call for a private showing and experience this wonderful community for yourself. Tampa, St. Pete and Sarasota 30-45 minutes away. Close to the airport, medical facilities, shopping and golf.