Welcome to Del Webb Lakewood Ranch, the highly rated, premier 55+ community offering an elevated lifestyle! Here is the perfectly located Taft Street model home with a serene water view and situated on a quiet cul-de-sac with close proximity to the amenity center. Lush and colorful landscaping greets you in through an upgraded glass insert entry door to find an inviting open floor plan with plank style porcelain tile floors throughout entire home. The designer kitchen boasts a large center island with seating for 2-3 and the stand out feature is the sink location on expansive countertop at the back overlooking the awesome water views! Also included: designer tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and spacious pantry. Step directly out the pedestrian door from the kitchen to the highly upgraded and expanded lanai featuring panoramic screens to maximize the views and durable construction to withstand storms and hurricanes. Relax, grill, have a garden, dine and entertain on this fabulous oversized lanai! Your master bedroom suite features a tray ceiling and bath with dual sink vanity, custom mirrors, step in tiled shower, private water closet, linen closet and spacious walk in closet with custom built ins. The convenient split floor plan places the guest bedroom toward the front of the home and right next to the guest bath. There is a cute French door entry den/office at the front of the home that is perfect for home office, craft room or to accommodate additional guests. This home offers a practical and livable floor plan in a great location, is move in ready and a must see! Del Webb offers a vibrant, amenity-rich lifestyle with tennis, pickleball, bocce, fitness center, resort and lap pools, on-site restaurant and bar ($500 annual food & bev. fee) & a full-time Lifestyle Director curating endless activities—all within a golf cart-friendly gated community. Ideally located near Sarasota, Bradenton, Tampa, and award-winning Gulf Coast beaches, this move-in ready home is your perfect opportunity to embrace Florida living at its best—schedule your showing today!