918 Driftwood PlaceThe Villages, FL 32162Sale Price: $363,000

Welcome home! This gorgeous Camellia model home is nestled in the heart of The Villages in charming Hemingway Village. Situated on a lushly landscaped cul-de-sac lot in a quiet neighborhood, this home feels like your own private oasis. And when you're ready to invite others in, this house is fantastic for entertaining! Pride of ownership and quality workmanship shines throughout the house. An open floor plan makes mingling with friends or keeping an eye on the grandchildren effortless, while the split bedrooms keep privacy for you and guests. Immaculate oversized tile is laid throughout most of the home including wet areas, while plush carpet provides comfort in the bedrooms. An optic rainfall tile accent wall in the living room draws the eye and provides unique visual interest. The luxurious extra features found in this home include ten-foot ceilings, pristine granite countertops, designer window treatments, solid wood cabinetry, and upgraded floor molding. Inside the home, the spacious eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar flows seamlessly into the dining room and living room. The impressive amount of cabinet space invites even the novice chef to try new recipes! The living room and master bedroom both open out onto the oversized lanai, fully roofed with floor-to-ceiling sliding windows, allowing you to enjoy this space and entertain all year long. Off of the entry hallway is a fully appointed guest bathroom and charming guest bedrooms. Additional extra features in the home include surround sound speakers, designer ceiling fans and lights, and LED lights throughout the home. The Owner's Suite boasts tray ceilings, gorgeous natural lighting, access to the rear patio, and indulgent his and her walk-in custom closets. The en-suite master bath is spa-like, with spacious double vanities, linen closet to keep your bath towels close at hand, and an oversized glass block walk in shower. Off the master suite is a unique custom “safe room” constructed of CBS block and reinforced with steel in walls, ceilings and floors, providing safety from storms and emergency situations. This special room is fully wired with electrical outlets and tile flooring and is under heat and air, so this safe room can easily double as an office or workout room! This home is both functional and energy-saving! Four solar tube skylights in the main living area welcome in natural light all day long, and offer savings on your electric bill. Tinted windows keep out heat and unwanted UV rays. A solar-powered attic fan, water softener, and reverse osmosis water system are unique features you won't find anywhere else. Lastly, dedicated electric wiring for vehicle charging in the garage rounds out the eco-friendly and energy-saving features in this home. Bring your EV! This well-kept two car garage + golf cart garage is extra deep, with custom-built-in cabinetry offering storage opportunities galore. All three Village Squares are less than 10 minutes away and are golf cart accessible. The lush mature landscaping and decorative cement in driveway and garage provide beautiful curb appeal and a sense of privacy and luxury. Sprinkler system will keep the lawn looking great, and upgraded vinyl siding on the home means all the work has been done for you! This house also comes with a transferrable Home Warranty, so you can sleep soundly from day one in your new home!