Under contract-accepting backup offers. W-E-L-C-O-M-E to your PERSONAL SANCTUARY offering EXCEPTIONAL VALUE in The Villages, “Florida’s Friendliest Hometown!” This impeccably maintained & UPGRADED 2 BR/ 2 BA/ 1.5 Car Garage, LAREDO Ranch model boasts an OPEN CONCEPT SPLIT BEDROOM floor plan, BOND PAID, and LOWER TAXES (Sumter County) in the highly desirable VILLAGE of SUMMERHILL! This comfortable & well appointed home is located less than 4 mins by golf cart to the CR 466 COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR where you have access to all of your everyday conveniences! You will have a plethora of options for SHOPPING, DINING, & ENTERTAINMENT. FREE nightly entertainment is available 12 mins away at LAKE SUMTER LANDING & 15 mins to SPANISH SPRINGS and the Summerhill & Saddlebrook Rec Centers are 3 & 5 mins away respectively. If golfing is your pleasure, CHAMPIONSHIP & EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSES are available within a 10 min golf cart ride. CURB APPEAL is striking w/ a PAINTED DRIVEWAY & WALKWAY (2022), CONCRETE HARDSCAPING, mature trees & flowers in refreshed mulch-filled landscape beds (2025), upgraded thermopane windows throughout (2015), and newer ARCH SHINGLE ROOF (2024). Step through the glass storm door & front door into the FOYER and experience the cozy ambiance this home exudes. The upgraded KITCHEN has lovely pickled oak cabinets, high grade GRANITE COUNTERTOPS w/ a pony breakfast bar, tile backsplash, SS APPLIANCES including a GAS STOVE (2024) & a FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR (2020), a dual basin composite granite sink w/ PULL DOWN FAUCET, new LVP FLOORING (2024) and a SOLAR TUBE with a battery nightlight (2024) to illuminate this important functional area. A CLOSET PANTRY is conveniently located in the hallway to the garage access door. This flowing floor plan centers around the LR/DR combo area which is perfect for entertaining or just relaxing after a full day of leisure activities. The upgraded SLIDING GLASS DOORS (2015), adorned with HONEYCOMB VERTICAL BLINDS, lead to a 14’ x 10’ SCREEN ENCLOSED LANAI with a painted floor (2021). Come January, it’s the ideal spot to enjoy balmy Florida winter breezes with your favorite beverage. Back inside, there is a LINEN CLOSET conveniently located adjacent to BATHROOM 2 in the north hallway. This bathroom features a single sink/vanity, matching GRANITE COUNTERS, new LVP FLOORING (2024), TUB/SHOWER combo, comfort height toilet, & a solar tube. Cheery, sun-filled BEDROOM 2 is located in the front of the home and features ample size, a closet, & a ceiling fan. The spacious PRIMARY BEDROOM, located in the rear SW corner of the home, can easily accommodate larger sized furniture and also features plentiful NATURAL LIGHT, a WALK-IN CLOSET, and an ENSUITE BATHROOM. The ENSUITE has been totally upgraded with matching GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, new LVP FLOORING (2024), a solid surface WALK-IN SHOWER (2018) w/ built-in seat, hand held shower, frameless glass sliding door, a comfort height toilet, & a solar tube. Additional perks include: HVAC (2020), HWH (2015), gutters & downspouts, UPGRADED irrigation system w/ new sprinkler heads (2023), new garage door opener (2024), painted garage floor, WHOLE HOUSE WATER FILTRATION system, & surge protectors on select circuits. With all of the thoughtful UPDATES, unbeatable LOCATION, & immaculate CONDITION, this charming home is poised to let you start “LOVIN’ THE LIFESTYLE” in The Villages TODAY. CALL NOW before this sparkling gem slips away!