Welcome home to one of the most STELLAR locations within Highland Lakes! This true 3 bedroom, 2 bath split floor plan home features one of the largest cul-de-sac lots providing a more private retreat along with one of the most generously-sized, rare backyard setting in the community! It has NEWER TILE ROOF (2016)! The large, expansive windows throughout the home are filled with a tropical retreat with the mature landscaping and the sun-kissed, airy feel that fills the spaces! This Arthur Rutenberg-built home is 1,643 sq ft with cathedral ceilings and has an open concept, family room that seamlessly incorporates the nice-sized kitchen equipped with the GE Profile appliances (2019) which has the popular, smudge-free, bronze, stainless steel. The primary bedroom suite, has two WALK-IN closets and a remodeled bathroom with dual sinks, a new stone a new vanity with a stone top! Don't miss the WALK-IN-NO-STEP shower with the beautiful wall tile and glass doors! The guest bath is also updated with a lovely tiled shower, glass door and newer vanity. This gracious home has many special features which includes neutral CERAMIC TILE throughout the home (with exception of 2nd bedroom), an inviting great room with a soaring ceiling, a Florida room with a double french door that leads to the backyard retreat that embraces a hot tub! Additional amenities and updates include (11) IMPACT WINDOWS (2018), new Rheem hot water heater (2024), newer garage door (2018), custom pavers on driveway, back patio, and all walkways around the home, and additional owner-purchased landscaping gracing the outdoor spaces, LG Washer and Dryer (stackable, 2019) and a hot tub are included!  Pride of ownership abounds in this impeccably maintained, age friendly, community! Bring your 2 dogs (large dogs are welcomed here) as this community is pet friendly! Highland Lakes is a coveted community of just 123 homes with a long history of very reasonable HOA fees (currently, $241.66/month paid quarterly) which include YOUR LAWN MOWING AND MAINTENANCE, bi-annual tree trimming, ground maintenance, INTERNET, cable TV, pool/clubhouse maintenance and the services of a management company!  There are social activities for every holiday at the clubhouse and each year, a Catch-n-Release fishing competition takes place at the community pond. The recently renovated community clubhouse offers a HEATED swimming pool. Enjoy peace of mind living here as this area does NOT require FLOOD INSURANCE due to its elevation and is labeled, flood zone X. Enjoy being of walking distance to grocery stores, shopping, and restaurants. Doctors offices and (2) hospitals are within close proximity. Award-winning beaches are apx. 6 miles away! This gem of a house is PRICED TO SELL, so schedule showing today! Furnishings are available for purchase upon request.