10+++ This beautiful home, which needs to be seen to be appreciated, is in Valencia del Sol, a new, vibrant 55+ community located midway between Tampa and Sarasota. Youll be 35 minutes from all that Tampa has to offer or travel 35 minutes south to visit the beauty of Sarasota. Its also an easy drive to the beaches of St. Pete, Clearwater, Anna Maria Island and 60 minutes from all Orlando has to offer. In other words its a terrific location. The house is 2252 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths with numerous upgrades including an oversized lot, whole house impact windows and lanai sliders, upgraded kitchen design with soft close cabinets and large island, trey ceilings in the entrance foyer, great room and primary bedroom. Theres a 3 car tandem garage with epoxied floor, upgraded HVAC unit, water purifying system and spacious closets providing loads of storage. The great room and lanai enjoy a hard wired sound system. Infinity sliders open the back of the great room directly onto the extended, screened lanai creating the perfect indoor/outdoor living and entertaining experience you can enjoy year round. The primary bedroom and bath are beautifully appointed with two walk in closets one designed by Closets by Design. Your HOA dues provide year round yard maintenance and lawn care. The amenities include a zero entry pool with loads of cabanas around a large pool deck, a jacuzzi, a fire pit, state of the art fitness center and exercise room. In the Club House, youll find Bistro Del Sol, a full service restaurant and bar for the exclusive use of residents and their guests. There is also a card room, pool tables, and an arts and crafts room with a kiln. Theres a beautiful social hall where our in house Lifestyle Director arranges for quality entertainment including concerts, shows and dance parties. There are clubs too numerous to list and classes for residents who enjoy (or would like to learn) photography, ceramics, crocheting, painting, Bridge and Spanish among other hobbies.