One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. This bright and airy Rialto model is truly move-in ready and ideally positioned on an oversized homesite within Valencia Lakes, Tampa Bay’s premier 55+ active community. Thoughtfully updated by the current owners, the home features new luxury vinyl plank flooring in the bedrooms, fresh interior paint, and refinished white-painted maple cabinetry accented with updated hardware. A 2019 Carrier HVAC system with UV light enhances comfort and efficiency. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the three-car garage, lush mature landscaping, and generous spacing between homes, creating a private and serene setting. Inside, the well-designed Rialto floor plan offers three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a convenient half bath, and elegant 17x17 diagonal-set tile throughout the main living areas, with no carpet anywhere in the home. The formal dining room makes a striking impression with its coffered ceiling and crown molding, providing a refined space for entertaining. The great room flows effortlessly into the kitchen and casual dining area, all opening to a generous 25-by-10 screened and covered lanai overlooking lush landscaping and a tall berm that enhances backyard privacy. The open-concept gourmet kitchen is both stylish and functional, showcasing 42-inch white-painted maple cabinetry, brushed nickel hardware, a built-in cabinet pantry, granite countertops, an extended serving bar with an 18-inch bar top, tumbled marble backsplash, under- and over-cabinet lighting, glass cabinet doors with downlighting, and stainless steel appliances. The primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat, featuring a coffered ceiling, crown molding, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and dual walk-in closets. The primary bath is designed for comfort with dual vanities, Corian countertops, and a spacious walk-in shower with a built-in seat and ceiling-height tile. A split-bedroom layout provides added privacy, with secondary bedrooms located away from the primary suite. The second full bathroom offers a tub and shower combination with white maple cabinetry and Corian countertops with a banjo top, while a convenient powder room with a pedestal sink is perfect for guests. The well-equipped laundry room includes a washer and dryer, upper cabinetry for storage, and a utility sink with built-in cabinetry. Additional features include a whole-house water softener, a 50-gallon water heater with thermal expansion tank, ceiling fans, upgraded lighting, crown molding throughout, rain gutters, an epoxy-coated garage floor, and overhead garage storage racks. As a resident of Valencia Lakes, you’ll enjoy an exceptional lifestyle with access to a 40,000-square-foot clubhouse, resort-style pools, pickleball and tennis courts, a bistro, a 24-hour fitness center, live shows, and a wide variety of social clubs and activities. This is resort-style living at its finest and a wonderful opportunity to make this exceptional home your own.