Welcome to Garden Lakes, a highly sought after 55+ gated community offering a perfect blend of nature, convenience, and exceptional amenities. This beautifully updated villa is nestled in a serene setting, providing maximum privacy with a picturesque backyard featuring a stunning grand oak tree. Meticulously maintained, this home boasts vaulted ceilings, an updated kitchen with stylish shaker cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. Whether you prefer indoor comfort or outdoor relaxation, this home offers endless opportunities for both. Unwind with a peaceful sunset from your spa inspired lanai or take a morning stroll along the charming walking paths woven throughout the community. Enjoy a truly maintenance free lifestyle, as the villa's exterior upkeep is covered. Recent upgrades include a BRAND NEW ROOF (February 2025), a new AC unit (2022), modern kitchen appliances (less than two years old), new front yard pavers (2021), lanai pavers (2023), complete repiping (2021), Hurricane Impact Windows, and a new electric panel (2022). With all these updates, all you need to bring is your toothbrush! Garden Lakes offers an array of resort style amenities, including a clubhouse, a heated pool, an updated community kitchen, a meeting room, a billiard room, a community room, and a library. For those with an active lifestyle, enjoy access to a fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, as well as shuffleboard courts. HOA fees conveniently include **cable, internet, and yard irrigation. Ideally located near Lakewood Ranch, UTC, I 75, top tier golf courses, shopping, dining, and entertainment, this rare gem provides the perfect balance of tranquility and accessibility. **Homes in Garden Lakes are in high demandschedule your private tour today and discover your dream Florida retreat!