One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Immaculate & Updated Cardel "Kingfisher II" Home in Lakewood Ranch Central Park. This 2013-built home offers 2,883 sqft, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a 3-car garage. The interior shines with engineered hardwood floors in all bedrooms and stairs, upgraded granite countertops, a full tile backsplash, plantation shutters, Moen faucets, and a kitchen equipped with GE Profile appliances. The sought-after floor plan includes the builder's expansion option for an oversized master walk-in closet and a sunlit dining area. The versatile first floor features four bedrooms—one ideal as a home office—and two baths. Upstairs, discover a private fifth bedroom, a full bath, and a spacious bonus living area, perfect for guests or a teen retreat. Outdoor living is elevated on the extended lanai with a HEATED SALTWATER POOL in the fully fenced backyard, complete with added features like a laundry tub in the garage and extra laundry room cabinets. PEACE OF MIND WITH RECENT MAJOR UPDATES: ROOF (2024), DOWNSTAIRS A/C (2022), UPSTAIRS A/C (2019), GAS POOL HEATER (2023), & GAS RANGE (2024). Additional updates include a pool salt chlorinator system (2016), pool pump (2016), Maytag washer (2016), Maytag gas dryer (2020), and Bosch dishwasher (2018). The home is built with a radiant barrier and extra insulation between floors. Enjoy the vibrant, family-centric lifestyle of Central Park, with its 10-acre park, splash park, new playground, tennis courts, two dog parks, and community events like Food Truck Fridays. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Nestled in Central Park at Lakewood Ranch, this home offers incredible proximity to top-rated schools: Gullett Elementary (0.8 miles), Mona Jain Middle (0.8 miles), and Lakewood Ranch High (1.8 miles). Discover the vibrant community of Lakewood Ranch with the Farmers' Market, shopping, and dining just minutes away. Plus, enjoy easy access to the Gulf Coast’s finest—Siesta Key, Lido Beach, and St. Armand’s Circle are all approximately 15 miles from your front door. Located in FLOOD ZONE X for peace of mind, with no flood insurance required. A truly move-in-ready family home.