Under contract-accepting backup offers. Sought out Villa located on a tranquil and serene pond front lot. This villa is an expanded Rosewood model with split bedrooms, great flow, open spaces, a bonus office or den, and a rare inside laundry room. The kitchen has an open counter, pantry closet, and breakfast nook with sunny windows. Kitchen renovations include wood Shaker cabinets, quartz counters topped with coordinating mixed tile splash walls, and a tray ceiling. Both the microwave and the dishwasher are newer. The spacious primary suite also has pretty waterfront views, a recently updated private ensuite with rich tile step in shower with sturdy glass doors & support, new vanity, lighting, fixtures & a built in linen closet.There's also a large walk in closet. Bedroom 2 is nicely separated on the front of the house with another large walk in closet, an adjacent hall bathroom with step in shower. The location and serene pond and nature views will be a daily delight from inside or outside on the private paver patio. Other recent updates include a newer roof & water heater, HVAC just 9 years, and quality Simonton windows throughout. The maintenance fee of $235/mo. covers lawn care, exterior paint, trash pick-up, cable TV & high speed internet, irrigation water and sprinkler maintenance and professional property management. Ownership includes your membership to Highland Lakes' HOA. The $164mo. fee includes free golf for two on 3 professionally maintained private executive courses, heated pools & spa, tennis and pickleball courts with leagues, beginner clinics & free play, shuffleboard & bocce courts, Lake Tarpon Lodge with heated Pool, patio with tables & grills, fishing pier, open dock, boat ramp and free RV or boat storage in a secure lot. Highland Lakes is blissfully close to world class Gulf beaches, fabulous parks & trails, a wealth of shopping & restaurants, exciting pro sports, rich cultural resources, two international airports & an award winning cruise port, and excellent medical facilities and services. Highland Lakes is safe and secure above the flood plain close to everything you need. Highland Lakes is a wonderful lifestyle and this is a special villa. Isn't it time for your slice of paradise?