Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to your dream retirement oasis on Lake Natura! This light and bright 2 bed, 2 bath villa sits on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought after 55+ community of Garden Lakes. Perfectly situated near SR 70 and 37th St E, you’re minutes from shopping and dining and less than 15 miles from the coast’s famous white-sand beaches. Stroll through the perfectly manicured courtyard and enter your very own slice of heaven. A spacious, closet-flanked foyer welcomes you into an airy, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, where a dramatic wall of windows frames breathtaking, unobstructed lake views. An entertainer’s dream, this home features a generously sized eat-in kitchen complete with a pantry, abundant cabinetry, a charming bay window, and a large breakfast bar that bridges the kitchen and main living spaces. Your side patio is the perfect sanctuary to read, entertain or enjoy a quiet cup of coffee by the water. You’ll fall in love with the swaying palms, majestic oaks, and local wildlife that truly capturing that old Florida charm. Wake up to more sunny lake views in the spacious master suite complete with a sliding glass door that opens directly onto the enclosed lanai. This private retreat boasts both a large reach-in closet and a generous walk-in closet, a dedicated vanity/makeup area, and an en-suite bath featuring a walk-in shower thoughtfully outfitted with safety handrails. The guest bedroom is bathed in natural light thanks to a large window topped with a beautiful arch window that overlooks the manicured courtyard. The bedroom sits directly adjacent to the guest bath which features a relaxing tub/shower combo with handrails for added safety. Beautiful plantation shutters outfit nearly every room, with standard mini-blinds completing the guest bedroom. Other features include: Indoor laundry, attic fan in garage, hurricane shutters, ceiling fans in living room and both bedrooms, new washer 2020, new AC 2021 and new water heater 2022. Included appliances: Large Refrigerator, Microwave, Glass Top Stove/Oven, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Washer and Dryer. Garden Lakes offers a resort-style retirement with a heated pool, tennis/shuffleboard courts, fitness center, library, and a bustling social calendar (from cards to off property outings to monthly potlucks). There’s something going almost every single day. Prefer a quiet afternoon? Stroll the concrete paths under giant oaks or relax on the wooden deck overlooking the lake. This is a place where neighbors are friends and everyone looks after each other. Can be sold furnished or unfurnished to suit your needs. Don’t let this gem slip away!