AFFORDABLE, IMMACULATE, MOVE-IN READY HOME IN HIGHLAND LAKES GATED, ACTIVE COMMUNITY. Welcome home to this well-established, friendly, 55+ HOA community offering a picturesque backdrop of serene natural wetlands, small lakes, and lush acreage graced with mature, moss-laden oaks. Within this beautiful setting is a vibrant community of attractive homes, friendly neighbors, and many amenities and activities. Arrive home to your tranquil retreat and be greeted with lovely curb appeal as the lush lawn and landscaping perfectly frame the home's attractive facade accented with stacked stone details, freshly painted shutters, and a front entry door. The expansive driveway is convenient, as is the screen slider on the 2-car garage. A new roof was installed in 2019, and the current owners have made many improvements, such as a new water heater (2023) and cosmetic updates throughout. Inside, it is light and bright with vaulted ceilings, fresh interior paint, and brand-new luxury flooring in many living areas. Upon entry, find a spacious living room that flows into the open-concept kitchen and family room areas. The kitchen has gorgeous, newly installed granite counters and subway tile backsplash, enhancing the stainless-steel appliances. The family room is perfect for entertaining as you can throw open the glass slider and let the party flow onto the rear Florida room with slider windows, with no rear neighbors. The dining room is just off the kitchen for easy access, and a large laundry room doubles as abundant storage/crafting space. Relax in your private owner's bedroom with soothing tones, a walk-in closet, and en-suite bath with new countertops on the dual sink vanity. Soak your cares away in the large tub or enjoy the separate tiled shower. The guest bedroom has easy access to the full hall bathroom with tub/shower. Relax or entertain in the rear Florida room or step onto the open patio for outdoor grilling. When you must leave your peaceful paradise, head out into the community for fun and socializing! A recreational clubhouse includes a large arena, exercise room, library, kitchen, billiard room, craft room, and meeting rooms. There are also indoor (heated) and outdoor pools, tennis courts, pickleball courts, shuffleboard courts, bocce ball courts, horseshoe pits, a picnic pavilion, a nature trail, golf driving range, RV and boat storage, wood crafters building and softball field. With easy access to the Florida Turnpike to participate in a myriad of attractions, this is a perfect place to call home!