“DREAM WITH YOUR EYES OPEN” and imagine the possibilities of creating your own PERSONAL SANCTUARY during your golden years in the STONECREST 55+ retirement community in sunny central Florida! Your dream home could be this popular MONTEREY model w/ 3 BR/2 BA/2 CAR GARAGE, an OPEN CONCEPT, SPLIT BEDROOM floor plan & 1672 sf of living area. Tucked away in the HILLS of STONECREST neighborhood, this hidden gem has nice CURB APPEAL w/ a CONCRETE BLOCK & STUCCO EXTERIOR, ARCH SHINGLE ROOF (2020), mature landscaping, a COVERED FRONT PORCH w/ SCREEN ENCLOSURE, and a welcoming front door w/ an ARCH TRANSOM & FULL PANEL SIDELITE. Once inside the TILE FOYER, you will immediately notice the CATHEDRAL CEILING w/ KNOCKDOWN TEXTURE above which creates a spacious feel and the decorative plant ledge highlighting the 12 ft apex of the ceiling creating architectural interest. The main living area was recently painted (3/2023) w/ a neutral color. The COMBO LR/DR AREA provides the perfect gathering space for entertaining friends & family. The Dining Room is a cozy place to enjoy meals w/ its BAY WINDOW. SLIDING GLASS DOORS lead out to the large ENCLOSED LANAI w/ PLEXIGLASS WINDOWS which has a panoramic view of the backyard. The KITCHEN features WHITE RAISED PANEL CABINETS W/ UNDERLIGHTING, a pass through window, WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM & DISPOSAL at sink, bisque appliances, plenty of countertop work space including an ISLAND, CLOSET PANTRY, a BUILT IN DESK, and BREAKFAST NOOK. The NOOK has abundant NATURAL LIGHT due to a SOUTHERN FRONT EXPOSURE and is a cheery space to enjoy your morning coffee & catch up on the daily news. Adjacent to the kitchen is the conveniently located INDOOR LAUNDRY w/ a WASHER, DRYER, overhead storage cabinets, and interior access to the garage. Down the hallway from the main living area, the GUEST WING features two ample sized bedrooms and BATHROOM #2 which has a single vanity/sink and a WALK-IN SHOWER. BEDROOM #2 has a large WALK-IN CLOSET w/ extra shelving. On the opposite side of the home lies the MASTER BEDROOM with two closets, rear door w/ full length glass insert leading to the lanai, & an ENSUITE BATHROOM. The ENSUITE features a single sink/vanity, solid surface countertop, a makeup area, WALK IN TUB, WALK IN SHOWER, LINEN CLOSET, and a GLASS BLOCK window providing NATURAL LIGHT. Additional home features include: HVAC (2019), ATTIC PULL DOWN STAIRS, side access door to garage, and gutters & downspouts. The RADIANT BARRIER in the attic, SOLAR ATTIC FAN, & SOLAR HWH (2012) all add energy efficiency and save you money. The Stonecrest community has a true GATED ENTRY which provides security & peace of mind. With 2200 homes in this community, you will experience a smaller HOMETOWN feel & enjoy developing social relationships w/ likeminded residents in the 100+ special interest clubs. The STONECREST Golf Club is a semi-private, par 72, 18-hole Championship golf course which is the centerpiece of the many recreational amenities associated w/ the community. See photos of the many amenities available. The clubhouse serves as the home of the very popular “CHEERS AT STONECREST” restaurant. You will also be a few minutes away from Spanish Springs town square in The Villages w/ FREE nightly entertainment. Finally, you will have access to all of your everyday conveniences in the US HWY 441/27 COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR. This is the perfect opportunity to make your RETIREMENT DREAMS a reality! Call now for a private showing!