One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Experience LUXURY LIVING during your GOLDEN YEARS in this spectacular GARDENIA Designer home with 3 BR/ 2 BA/ 3 Car Garage in the VILLAGE of HADLEY between CR 466 & CR466A. Nestled on a CORNER LOT w/ ROOM FOR A POOL and a stunning WATER VIEW, this beautiful property has a peaceful and serene atmosphere. The CONCRETE BLOCK & STUCCO exterior showcases a remarkable CURB APPEAL w/ an extra wide PAINTED DRIVEWAY, MATURE LANDSCAPING w/ stacked stone edging and fresh mulch, and a SCREEN ENCLOSED front porch. As you step inside, your eyes will immediately focus on the pristine TILE FLOOR, the fresh INTERIOR PAINT (5/2023), the lovely PENDANT LIGHTING and the VOLUME CEILINGS w/ KNOCKDOWN TEXTURE in the FOYER. This place just feels like “HOME SWEET HOME!” when you see the gleaming WOOD LAMINATE floors, the classic Gardenia arch which defines the formal DINING AREA, the VAULTED CEILINGS and the PLANTATION SHUTTERS which adorn the LIVING ROOM windows. The heart of this home is its GOURMET KITCHEN equipped w/ staggered upper HICKORY WOOD CABINETS w/ CROWN MOLDING, under cabinet lighting, and centered GLASS DOORS in the tallest cabinets. PULL OUTS in the lower cabinets add important storage functionality. A color coordinated TILE BACKSPLASH accentuates the elegant GRANITE COUNTERTOPS w/ ample counter workspace. Upgraded STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, including a double oven, add convenience to your culinary adventures. A matching TILED ACCENT WALL on the lower portion of the spacious pony BREAKFAST BAR provides a cohesive decor w/ the tile backsplash and defines the kitchen perimeter. This flowing & very popular SPLIT BEDROOM, OPEN CONCEPT floor plan is functionally designed for privacy for both you and your guests! The spacious Master suite features a TRAY CEILING, SLIDING GLASS DOORS to the lanai, DOUBLE WALK-IN CLOSETS, and an ENSUITE BATHROOM fit for royalty. The ENSUITE sports separate sinks/vanities w/ GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, linen closet, private water closet w/ COMFORT HEIGHT TOILET, and a TILED ROMAN SHOWER w/ a built in seat, glass block accent half wall, safety bars & adaptive accessibility modifications. The INSIDE LAUNDRY across the hallway features a single sink/vanity w/ a GRANITE COUNTERTOP, WASHER & DRYER, and upper cabinet storage. Moving toward the guest wing, you will find two bedrooms and a guest bathroom w/ privacy provided by a POCKET DOOR. The upscale GUEST BATHROOM has a SOLAR TUBE and SOLID SURFACE countertop & surround walls around the WALK-IN TUB – the epitome of a wonderfully relaxing indoor spa in your personal home! Bedroom #3 (front) has a large picture window which provides abundant NATURAL LIGHT and has a CATHEDRAL CEILING, whereas Bedroom #2 (back) features a VAULTED CEILING. For the dramatic finale, you walk through the stack back SLIDING GLASS DOORS into the plexiglass ENCLOSED LANAI in the rear of the home to experience a tranquil, year round retreat complete w/ a mini-split A/C and motorized shades for maximum comfort. Outside, a white PERGOLA w/ a custom PAVER PATIO & STACKED STONE PLANTERS is a picturesque place for alfresco dining while watching sunset rays dance across the pond water. This home is an outstanding blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Embrace the exceptional active lifestyle of The Villages, where an array of amenities, golf courses, rec centers, and entertainment options await. Don’t miss this gem! Call today! ARCH SHINGLE ROOF (2013), HVAC (2020), HWH (2017), Bond Balance ~ $12,325.28.