15935 GOLDEN LAKES DRIVE Under contract-accepting backup offers. This GL Homes FLORENCE model is in Valencia Lakes, Tampa Bay's premier 55+ Active Adult Community. Florence has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open floorplan featuring a great water view from the extended screened-in lanai and the primary bedroom. Enter through the full-length glass front door with glass sidelight and be welcomed into a Foyer with exceptional architectural features crowned by a 13’ high ceiling. To the right of the Foyer is a 12’x14’ carpeted second Bedroom that boasts a lighted ceiling fan and bay windows overlooking the garden. Two linen closets enhance the storage space of the home. Next to the second Bedroom is a full 4-piece Bathroom with a solid wood vanity, topped with a wonderful Corian banjo countertop with integrated sink, a full-width mirror, and a tub/shower combination. The generous 3rd Bedroom features double French doors, a built-in closet, and a HUNTER lighted ceiling fan Forward of the Foyer, is Florence’s open floor plan which features a Dining Room, Kitchen, Dinette, and Great Room. The Dining Room is lighted by a modern BURSTDAN chandelier and will comfortably host 8 persons. The Kitchen features recessed lights, 42” solid wood cabinetry including a built-in pantry, stainless-steel GE French-door refrigerator, GE dishwasher and a GE range and microwave. The gorgeous ‘Uba Tuba’ quartz counters are accented by a stone backsplash, and the functional kitchen island features a double sink. The bright 12’x12’Dinette is an ideal space for both routine and intimate meals. Florence’s expansive Great Room anchors the open floor plan and features recessed lighting, a lighted ceiling fan, and access to the expanded fully screened-in lanai with a beautiful view overlooking water, and the 3-panel 9’ patio doors are outfitted with new LEVELOR vertical blinds. A spacious Owner’s Suite features two walk-in closets, an octagonal tray ceiling with lighted ceiling fan and it basks in natural light provided by two windows and 3-panel 9’ sliding glass doors with new LEVELOR vertical blinds. Just imagine viewing sunsets, overlooking water from your bed. Priceless! The Ensuite Bathroom features two separated vanities, Corian counters with integrated sinks, a garden soaker bathtub, a walk-in shower with floor to ceiling tile accented by a listello, seating bench, and a W/C for the commode. The Laundry Room features overhead shelving, a utility sink, and an Amana top load washer and dryer. Environmental comforts are assured by a 2020 COMFORTMAKER HVAC with Merv 12+ filters and a CULLIGAN Iron Soft Plus water softener. Take peace and comfort in knowing that the lawn and gardens of your 1/3rd acre lot will be expertly manicured by the HOA. Come and enjoy resort style living at Valencia Lakes. This highly-desired community has an amazing 40, 000SF Clubhouse offering entertainment shows, dances, myriad clubs, a 5, 000SF State-of-the-Heart 24/7 Fitness Center, Resort-Style Pool, 5-lane Lap Pool, Resistance Pool, 2 multi-purpose Fitness Rooms, 7 Pickleball courts, 6 USTA Har-Tru clay Tennis courts, 4 Bocce lanes, 4 Shuffleboard lanes, the area’s best Softball field, Basketball half-court, RV and Boat storage facility, Community Garden, and Dog Park. Conveniently located to hospitals, downtown Tampa, Tampa Airport, and a short drive to Disney, cruise ports, Sarasota, St. Petersburg, and some of the best beaches in the nation. Seize the day!