It is extremely rare to find a Nantucket villa model in Valencia Lakes! It is a part of GL HOMES Regal Twin Villas Collection and it is only available in the newest section of this incredible 55+ community. This inviting, functional home – built on a prime lot with water views – will win you over. It features 2 bdrms, 2 full baths, den/3rd bdrm, 2-car garage and a modern, chic and sophisticated look of a model home. Back of the house provides a serene water view, and the front offers a lush curb appeal enhanced by ornamental pavers running on the side of the house. A large front patio is screened providing an additional private outdoor space to relax/entertain on lovely Florida days. Upon entering through the full panel impact glass front glass door, you are greeted with a spacious open floor plan with 9 ft. tall ceilings. 24/12 quarry tile floors are installed throughout all main areas and high quality carpet in primary and 2nd bdrm. Luxurious gourmet kitchen features upgraded white maple wood cabinets with crown moulding, upper and lower lighting, full extension drawer glide system with soft close drawers, pull-outs in lower cabinets and a custom built-in cabinet pantry, quartz countertops with an extended serving bar, modern metal brick mosaic backsplash, and exquisite top-quality stainless steel appliances. The kitchen opens to the great room, and an 8' tall sliding glass door leads to a screened private lanai with 4' paver extension with a lovely water view where you can enjoy true Florida, observing birds and wildlife from the privacy of your home. Primary bdrm offers two generously sized walk-in closets with custom built-in shelving, coffered ceiling, a double vanity with undermount sinks and quartz countertops en-suite bath, a separate walk-in shower, and a generous sized linen closet. There is a built-in corner bench in the shower for both comfort and mobility. Wall tiles are extended to the ceiling in both baths and are enhanced with vertical decorative listellos and a built-in niche. Bdrm #2 also has a walk-in closet with custom built-out shelving. All light fixtures have been updated including additional recessed lighting in all rooms. Laundry room features upper cabinets for storage and there is a utility sink conveniently located in the garage. Wrapping-up the charm of this fabulous home are custom windows treatments and haiku remote control fans in 4 rooms and lanai. Other important features are: accordion shutters (2024) and in the garage: A/C and heat split unit, upgraded garage door and opener, overhead shelving, epoxy flooring and added GFCI outlets. To top it off, the home is equipped with front and rear gutters, water softener system, upgraded R-38 insulation in living areas and whole house surge protector.Valencia Lakes is a 55 and better active adult golf cart community, 40-acre waterfront outdoor recreation area with resort-style heated pool, lap and resistance pool, 40,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, deluxe restaurant led by Chef Paul Mattison, arts and crafts studio, har-tru tennis courts, gym, half-court basketball, pickleball, bocce courts, dog park, baseball park, community garden, hundreds of clubs and activities, RV/boat parking. Over 100 acres set aside as nature preserves; enjoy the quiet and solitude of peaceful views, birds & wildlife by the water. Great sense of community with great friendly neighbors. Tampa, St. Pete and Sarasota 30-45 minutes away. Close to the airport, medical facilities, shopping and golf.