Sought out Villa located on a tranquil and serene pond front lot. This villa is an expanded Rosewood model with split bedrooms, great flow, open spaces, a bonus office or den, and a rare inside laundry room. The kitchen has an open counter, pantry closet, and breakfast nook with sunny windows. Kitchen renovations include wood Shaker cabinets, quartz counters topped with coordinating mixed tile splash walls, and a tray ceiling. Both the microwave and the dishwasher are newer. The spacious primary suite also has pretty waterfront views, a recently updated private ensuite with rich tile step in shower with sturdy glass doors & support, new vanity, lighting, fixtures & a built in linen closet.There's also a large walk in closet. Bedroom 2 is nicely separated on the front of the house with another large walk in closet, an adjacent hall bathroom with step in shower. The location and serene pond and nature views will be a daily delight from inside or outside on the private paver patio. Other recent updates include a newer roof & water heater, HVAC just 9 years, and quality Simonton windows throughout. The maintenance fee of $235/mo. covers lawn care, exterior paint, trash pick-up, cable TV & high speed internet, irrigation water and sprinkler maintenance and professional property management. Ownership includes your membership to Highland Lakes' HOA. The $164mo. fee includes free golf for two on 3 professionally maintained private executive courses, heated pools & spa, tennis and pickleball courts with leagues, beginner clinics & free play, shuffleboard & bocce courts, Lake Tarpon Lodge with heated Pool, patio with tables & grills, fishing pier, open dock, boat ramp and free RV or boat storage in a secure lot. Highland Lakes is blissfully close to world class Gulf beaches, fabulous parks & trails, a wealth of shopping & restaurants, exciting pro sports, rich cultural resources, two international airports & an award winning cruise port, and excellent medical facilities and services. Highland Lakes is safe and secure above the flood plain close to everything you need. Highland Lakes is a wonderful lifestyle and this is a special villa. Isn't it time for your slice of paradise?

Lucky you! The previous buyer's contingency contract fell through, and this price-reduced villa is available! Enjoy this beautifully updated villa with an exceptional view in the highly desirable 55+ community of Highland Lakes. This corner end home is on a premium lot backing up to protected & well maintained preserve land. You'll love your wide open view and the additional privacy this home affords. This villa with attached oversize garage has been upgraded and lovingly maintained. Recent updates include hurricane rated windows & garage door, an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, almost new HVAC system, and beautiful easy care wood product flooring. Both bathrooms also have updates. The living/dining room combination make it a great space to relaxing or entertaining and a skylight brings in even more natural light. There are newer ceiling fans & fixtures throughout. All appliances, including the washer and dryer convey with purchase. This beautiful home is move-in ready and has lower maintenance fees. Feel secure with concrete block construction, hurricane-rated windows, your attached garage, and location above the flood zone in a non-evacuation zone - The safest place to be! Enjoy maintenance free living in desirable Palm Harbor's premier 55+ golf and lakefront community with it's friendly old fashioned country club atmosphere. Ownership includes your membership to the Highland Lakes HOA with endless resort style amenities including free golf, heated pools & spa, entertainment & social events, health & fitness classes, arts & crafts, and a club for every interest. This is definitely carefree living at its best!!! Highland Lakes is conveniently located near beaches, parks, restaurants, shopping, excellent medical resources. Your new home is just minutes from two international airports, a cruise port, rich cultural resources, & exciting pro sports. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel right at home!