16265 Diamond Bay DriveWimauma, FL 33598Sale Price: $545,000

Welcome to this meticulously maintained Livorno model home built as a part of the GL Homes Royal Collection. Your dream home sits on a grand lot with serene water and nature preservation views. Manicured, tropical landscaping accented with decorative pavers will greet you upon entering your new home. The screened front entrance will lead you to a 15' tall foyer opening into a floor plan that is bright and full of natural light. Upon entering you will be immediately presented by a beautiful water view visible through 8' tall sliders opening to an extended lanai in the back of the house. The lanai has a built-out generous cage covered extension and features a hot tub where you can relax with your coffee and take in amazing views of the pond and nature preservation lounging in the breeze while the sun sets over those expansive vistas! Great Room is situated in the center and features a double tray ceiling and additional recessed lighting. It also has a custom-made entertainment center complete with TV and is included in the sale! The tiles in the main areas and baths were installed on a diagonal; crown molding is featured throughout, and plantation shutters are installed in almost all of the window. Your state-of-the-art kitchen includes granite countertop with a bar space for casual eating; plenty of top-quality wood cabinets (some featuring pull-out shelving) and appliances; glass fronts with lights, crown & over-and-under cabinet lighting & eat-in kitchen that offers a view to the great room. Entertaining dinner guests is a breeze with immediate access through an arched entry in the kitchen to a formal dining room which comfortably seats eight. The split floor plan of this home has a master suite located in the rear featuring Italian tile flooring, a coffered ceiling in the bedroom and dual walk-in closets with built-out shelving. The en-suite features a linen closet, dual separate vanities with granite countertops, custom mirrors, separate water closet, walk-in shower and a garden soaking tub! Two other bedrooms and the 2nd bath are located in front, in a private semi-suite providing privacy for visiting guests. Both additional bedrooms have generous sized closets and one of them is currently used as an office/den with a custom-made desk included! Laundry room is inside and has a utility sink, cabinetry for additional storage and front load washer and dryer. Other important features of this home include a new A/C, new accordion hurricane shutters, water softener, gutters around the entire home and generous storage/shelving in the garage. In addition, you are just steps away from the Clubhouse and amenities. This is Florida living at its best! Valencia Lakes is a 55+ golf cart community. 40-acre waterfront outdoor recreation area with resort-style heated pool, lap & resistance pool, 40,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, deluxe Bistro, arts and crafts studio, har-tru tennis courts, fitness center, half-court basketball, pickleball & bocce courts, dog park, baseball park, hundreds of clubs & activities, RV/boat storage area. Over 100 acres set aside as nature preserves; enjoy the quiet and solitude of peaceful views, birds & wildlife by the water and more than 3 miles of bike & walking paths. Great sense of community with great friendly neighbors. Please call for a private showing and experience this wonderful community for yourself. Tampa, St. Pete and Sarasota are 30-45 minutes away. Close to the airport, medical facilities, shopping and golf.