Presenting a home that could be out of Better Homes and Gardens with a water & woods view to boot. Located in the 55+ Cypress Lakes Village in Lakeland, this gorgeous 1997 Palm Harbor split style home offers 3 beds, 2 baths, has 1512 sf with a 12'x16' glass window lanai for 1704 usable square feet, was updated in 2024 and definitely has the WOW factor. Updated items include; all new siding, 5 new windows, new air conditioning, new floors, freshly painted, ceiling fans, fixtures and all appliances. Other features include; a large living & dining area, awesome kitchen with newer cabinets, granite countertops, walk in pantry & additional pantry cabinet with slide out trays, separate eating area with a great view, laundry closet area, master bedroom with an updated ensuite bath with a closet and additional storage cabinets, his & her vanities and a walk in shower, nice size guest bedrooms at the opposite side of the home with walk in closets and a separate guest bath. There is a large, cozy lanai with glass windows which provide incredible water, woods & wildlife views. You can enter the lanai from a patio door in the home or by either the front or rear lanai entry doors. The rear lanai door leads to a private patio for grilling, watching wildlife or simply getting away from it all. The large carport extends over the driveway & front entrance and attaches to the lanai and golf cart shed which has a front facing roll up door & side entry door. The home is nicely landscaped with sprinklers and accent lighting that adds the perfect touch. The listing doesn't include the furnishings or golf cart but some may be available for purchase. Current land lease is $1529 which includes the pass thru, grass cutting and trash pick up, prospective purchasers should check for the current rate when applying for occupancy at the Cypress Lakes Village administrative office. Community amenities include; a 24/7 manned gated entrance, the Big Cypress Championship South and the Cypress Lakes North 18 hole golf courses, Pro Shop, a practice green & chipping area, driving range, freshly remodeled bar-grill & poolside patio area, 2 pools with hot tubs, a fitness center, fire pit & cook out area, lighted tennis & pickleball courts, a separate lighted shuffleboard or cornhole area, horseshoe pits, bocce ball, activities building with meeting rooms, an auditorium with a stage, plays, entertainment & dances, holiday celebrations, bingo, trivia night, library, craft room and an activities director to keep you busy, group outings, too many clubs & groups to list, there is probably a club or group for any experience, interests or hobbies that you may have, RV parking, a small or large dog park, fishing and so much more. All information deemed reliable but should be verified by prospective purchasers.