One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Buyer default, back on market! Welcome to Garden Lakes – Your "Everyday Vacation Spot" is here! Step into a resort-style, maintenance-free lifestyle in this charming villa, nestled within a secure 55+ gated enclave. Surrounded by lush, mature landscaping and majestic oak trees, this community offers a serene, park-like setting that makes every day feel like a getaway.  Come view the FRESHLY PAINTED INTERIOR IN A NEUTRAL "COMFORT COLOR", along with new fans and light fixtures. Discover an inviting open floor plan designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy three distinct living areas-a formal living/dining space, the cozy family room and an enclosed lanai/sunroom, perfect for quiet moments, relaxation or entertaining. The functional eat-in kitchen, complete with an island, breakfast bar, and new cabinetry paired with solid surface countertops, makes meal preparation a delight. The owner's suite is a true sanctuary, featuring a generous walk-in closet ,updated  vanitiy  mirrors, lighting and shower along with direct access to the lanai that overlooks the beautifully manicured grounds. A separate guest suite, with adjacent full bath and a discreet pocket door, ensures privacy for visitors or multigenerational living. Additional features include a 2-car garage, tile roof, luxury vinyl flooring throughout, and high ceilings that add to the sense of space and light. Garden Lakes is designed to elevate your lifestyle with a host of amenities, including: thier updated clubhouse with a full kitchen, dance floor, meeting rooms, and a library that hosts a variety of social events. A heated pool and fitness center. Tennis and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, and scenic walking trails for an active lifestyle. With no CDD fees and low association fees that cover lawn mowing, landscaping, irrigation, basic cable, and exterior painting, you're free to focus on what truly matters-living life to the fullest.  Ideally situated near shopping, dining, medical facilities, University Town Center, I-75, and the stunning Gulf Coast beaches, this villa offers both tranquility and convenience. . Vacant and easy to view, this villa at Garden Lakes is more than just a home-it's a lifestyle. Enjoy new friendships at community events, classes in the recreation center, and the vibrant social scene that makes Garden Lakes truly special. Call us today to experience the ultimate in Florida living! Roof 2005, Water Hrt 2011, AC New Motor 2022