Elegant. Impressive. Refined. Not just updated, this home is upgraded beyond the standard yet still exceptionally comfortable. Tasteful high end materials, functional adaptations, and a brilliant kitchen/family room remodel take a popular split bedroom plan to next level. The home is close to the main clubhouse and sited on a premium lot across a scenic pond from the 9th hole of the red course with the iconic Highland Lakes topiary feature. There is a large paver patio from which you can enjoy scenes & sunsets. The kitchen greatroom is a distinct pleasure whether you actually cook something or just enjoy the design, beautiful custom cabinets, and the lush view – it’s perfect for family & friend gatherings too. Rich engineered hardwood floors, updated windows & doors, smooth surface ceilings, and upscale fixtures, as well as the flow and natural light will delight you every day. The master suite is a masterpiece of serene spaciousness & comfort with custom built storage solutions and a private view. The guest bathroom has been updated as has the laundry room. The Florida room makes the most of the expansive views. Is is fully re-built with new walls & sliding windows and an energy efficient heating & cooling system. This house is better than new – both the roof & the HVAC are 3 years or less. Appliances are newer, electric panel has been replaced & surge protection added, even the irrigation well pump has been recently replaced. All the windows and exterior doors have been updated with either hurricane-impact or energy efficient windows with hurricane panels. If you have discerning tastes, and the means, you really should see this house and act quickly. Highland Lakes is Palm Harbor’s premier 55+ golf community. You will like the friendly country club atmosphere and the resort style amenities of the main clubhouse and the Lake Tarpon Lodge. Residents enjoy free golf on 3 private executive courses, heated pools, pickleball, tennis, clubhouse & the Lake Tarpon Lodge. There is a full schedule of entertainment and social events, fitness & dance classes, community pontoon boats and free RV or boat storage in a secure lot. Highland Lakes is blissfully close to Gulf beaches, a wealth of shopping & restaurants, excellent medical services, exciting pro sports, rich cultural resources, 2 international airports and a highly rated cruise port. The world is complicated; but life is good in Highland Lakes!