Imagine yourself living in this upgraded & move in ready, amarillo ranch home with 3 br/ 2 ba/2 car garage, perfect for enjoying the unmatched villages lifestyle in sunny central florida! This hidden gem is perfectly situated in a prime location between cr 466 & cr 466a and just 8 minutes from lake sumter landing town square! Nestled on a quiet cul de sac street, this home has so much to offer lower sumter county taxes, easy access to the buena vista blvd, and close proximity to the cr 466 commercial corridor for all of your everyday conveniences. Curb appeal abounds with an architectural shingle roof (2021), painted driveway & walkway, mature landscaping with lovely palm trees, rock filled landscape beds with drip irrigation system / landscape lighting / concrete hardscaping, and a screen enclosed front porch complete with two rocking chairs and charming window planter boxes. Once inside, you will find a flowing and very popular open concept, split bedroom floor plan with a cathedral ceiling over the main living area and beautiful wood laminate floors. The stunning kitchen is a chefs delight and sports maple wood cabinets with crown molding, over/under cabinet lighting, pull outs, & black hardware. The gleaming giallo fiorito granite countertops, ss appliances, and the large island with bar stool seating create a functional & stylish kitchen, while a solar tube illuminates the workspace with abundant florida sunshine thanks to a southern rear exposure. Other noteworthy features include privacy landscaping with a mature hedge in the rear, plantation shutters that adorn all windows, and french doors that provide a timeless entryway to the lanai and creates a cozy, year round retreat. The lanai is enclosed with plexiglass sliding windows, has chattahoochee river rock flooring, solar shades, and new ductwork/vents connected to the main hvac unit (2023). The spacious primary bedroom includes newer carpet (12/2022) and a large walk in closet. The ensuite bathroom features matching granite countertops, a walk in shower, a comfort height toilet, and a linen closet. Moving to the east side of the home, the guest wing features two spacious bedrooms with the extra privacy & functionality of having nearby bathroom 2 featuring a tub/shower combo, single sink/vanity with matching granite countertop, & a comfort height toilet. Bedroom 3 (front) & bedroom 2 (back) both have newer carpet, a ceiling fan, and a closet with 6 panel bi folding doors. The interior laundry room includes a newer washer & dryer (2021), a natural gas hookup, thoughtfully designed overhead cabinet storage, and a solar tube for extra light. The garage includes an in panel surge protection feature, a new liftmaster garage door opener (2024), gfcis (2024), a laundry sink & extra storage cabinets. Addl features include: hvac (2017) with new compressor & motor (2023), a gas hwh (2021), an updated irrigation control panel (2024), and a low bond ~$3700. This home is waiting for you to move in and start enjoying all that the villages lifestyle has to offer! Whether you are drawn to the nearby golf courses & year round complimentary executive golf, the vibrant town squares with free nightly entertainment, the fabulous array of recreational facilities, a plethora of leisure activities &/or 3000+ social clubs, this home offers the ideal setting to live your best life. Dont miss this golden opportunity schedule a private showing today!