This move-in-ready villa is ideally located in Valencia Lakes, the Greater Tampa Bay area's top-rated 55+ resort-style gated community. From the moment you arrive, the home's inviting curb appeal stands out with brick pavers, a classic barrel tile roof, and lush, manicured landscaping. Inside, the popular Cristina floor plan offers 1,321 square feet of open living space featuring two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a two-car garage, designed for both comfort and ease of living. The open kitchen flows seamlessly into the informal dining area and spacious great room, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. Sliding doors lead directly to the screened and covered lanai, where mature landscaping provides exceptional backyard privacy, making it the perfect place to relax or host guests. Large tile flooring enhances the main living areas, while luxury laminate flooring in both bedrooms offers a stylish, low-maintenance lifestyle. The eat-in gourmet kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with 42-inch maple cabinets, upper and lower cabinet lighting, glass-front doors with shelving and downlighting, granite countertops with an extended serving bar for additional seating, stainless steel appliances including a new Samsung dishwasher, and a spacious pantry. The primary suite features laminate wood-look flooring and a generous walk-in closet, while the en-suite bathroom showcases custom granite countertops with dual square sinks, maple cabinetry, and a large walk-in shower with tiled surround and designer accents. The guest bathroom includes a tiled tub and shower combination, maple cabinets, and a custom granite countertop with an extended banjo top and square sink. The laundry area comes complete with a washer and dryer along with ventilated shelving for added storage. Additional upgrades include accordion storm shutters for peace of mind, a water softener system, a new upgraded HVAC system installed in 2023, a water heater replaced in 2021, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, custom window treatments, blinds, and a garage overhead storage rack. Residents of Valencia Lakes enjoy an exceptional active lifestyle with resort-style amenities that make every day feel like a vacation. The community features a stunning 40,000-square-foot clubhouse, multiple pools, a bistro, clubs, art and fitness classes, pickleball and tennis courts, a 24-hour fitness center, live entertainment, restaurant, boat/RV storage and so much more. This is Florida living at its finest-start living the dream today.